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‧Saudi Arabia Unveils Green Financing Tool to Steer Sustainability Drive
In a significant stride towards its environmental goals, Saudi Arabia has launched a Green Financing Framework. This initiative, spearheaded by the Ministry of Finance, aims to propel the nation's sustainability agenda and achieve net-zero emissions by 2060. The framework…
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‧South Asian Skies Clouded by Pollution: Bangladesh, Pakistan, India Lead in Unhealthy Air
A recent report by IQAir, a Swiss air quality technology company, paints a concerning picture for South Asia. The 2023 World Air Quality Report reveals Bangladesh, Pakistan, and India as the countries burdened with the world's most polluted air. These nations grapple with…
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‧Green Dreams Need Green Light: IRENA Report Cautions on Attaining COP28's Renewable Ambitions
The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) released a report today casting a bittersweet light on the ambitious renewable energy goals set at COP28. While achieving a threefold increase in renewable power capacity by 2030 is technically and economically possible, IRENA…
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‧Turning Salt Seas to Fresh Solutions: Desalination and the Fight for Water Security
Water scarcity is a growing threat for billions worldwide. As climate change disrupts rainfall patterns and populations boom, our access to freshwater is becoming increasingly precarious. One potential solution lies in a technology that has been around for centuries, but is…
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‧Trio for Transformation: UAE, Azerbaijan, and Brazil Join Forces to Combat Climate Change
The United Arab Emirates (UAE), which holds the presidency of the upcoming Conference of the Parties (COP28) on climate change, has announced a significant collaboration with Azerbaijan and Brazil, the future hosts of COP29 and COP30 respectively. This "troika" init…
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‧Clean Power for Adventure: BLUETTI Makes a Move into the Middle East Market
Outdoor enthusiasts and off-grid adventurers in the Middle East have a new option for clean, portable power. BLUETTI, a global leader in clean energy solutions, recently announced its entry into the Middle Eastern market. The company boasts a strong track record of innovation…
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‧Energy Giant Shell Reevaluates Emissions Reduction Targets
Royal Dutch Shell, a major player in the global oil and gas industry, is re-examining the pace of its carbon emission reduction targets. This comes amidst internal discussions and strategy updates focused on the company's energy transition plans. According to anonymous so…
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‧Alarming Trajectory: Shipping Industry Faces Potential Surge in Greenhouse Gas Emissions
A new report paints a concerning picture for the maritime sector's environmental footprint. If current trends persist, greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from shipping could balloon by a staggering 44% by 2050. This significant increase far outpaces international goals set to…
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‧Unprecedented Heat: February Shatters Global Temperature Records
February 2024 etched itself into climate history as the hottest February ever measured. Data collected by Europe's Copernicus climate program revealed that global average temperatures soared nearly 1.8°C above pre-industrial levels. This scorching anomaly extends a concer…
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‧Global Green Shift Demands Trillion-Dollar Investment Surge
A significant financial push is needed to propel the world towards a sustainable future, according to Lord Nicholas Stern, a prominent British economist on climate change. Stern, known for his influential 2006 report advocating for green policies, emphasizes the urgency of sw…
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‧DP World Leads Coalition to Reduce Emissions through Chilling Standard Adjustment
DP World, a major player in global logistics, has taken the initiative to establish the "Join the Move to -15°C" Coalition. This industry-wide alliance aims to redefine the standard temperature for storing and transporting frozen food, with the goal of reducing gree…
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‧Czech pioneer builds largest solar power plant in Chile
PRAGUE: SOLEK, the company of Czech renewable energy pioneer Zdeněk Sobotka, is building its largest project to date. The 95,2 MW Leyda photovoltaic plant covers an area of 120 hectares, equivalent to 150 football fields, and it is located in San Antonio, 90 km from the capi…
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‧Plastic Infiltrates the Placenta: Potential Threat to Fetal Development
A recent discovery has raised concerns about the potential health risks posed by microplastics to unborn babies. Researchers have identified the presence of microplastics – tiny fragments of plastic less than five millimeters in size – within the human placenta, the vital org…
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‧Ancient Ocean Rhythms Reveal Million-Year Dance with Mars
Earth's climate isn't static. It sways in a grand waltz over millions of years, with a surprising partner: Mars. A recent study published in Nature Communications unearthed evidence in the deep sea that links Earth's orbit to a 2.4-million-year cycle of warming an…
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‧Arctic Faces Ice-Free Future by 2034
A new study paints a chilling picture of the Arctic, predicting a sea devoid of ice by 2034. This unprecedented shift would have devastating consequences for the region's unique ecosystem, displacing iconic wildlife like polar bears and walruses that depend on sea ice for…
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‧Schools Sow Seeds of Resilience: New Educational Programs Empower Communities for Climate Change
The fight against climate change is increasingly a battle fought at the local level. Communities worldwide are grappling with the unique challenges posed by a warming planet – rising sea levels, extreme weather events, and disruptions to ecosystems. To navigate these uncertai…
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‧Desperate Measures: Climate Migrants in India Resort to Hysterectomies
A report by the International Institute for Environment and Development (IIED) has shed light on the extreme measures some women in rural India are resorting to in the face of climate change's impact on their livelihoods. The report, titled "Hysterectomy and the Hidd…
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‧UAE's Net Zero Ambitions Primed to Fuel Economic Growth
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is aiming to hit two birds with one stone: achieving net zero emissions by 2050 and growing its gross domestic product (GDP) to a staggering $1 trillion. This ambitious plan hinges on a strategic shift towards a sustainable and knowledge-based e…
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‧LEAP 2024 Surpasses Investment Milestone as Technology Sector Sees Record Funding
The world's leading technology exhibition, LEAP 2024, has reached a significant milestone, with on-show investments in the Saudi Arabian technology sector now surpassing US$13 billion. This record-breaking figure underscores the event's growing influence in attracting…
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‧Huawei Cloud Unveils Cutting-Edge AI at LEAP 2024
At the LEAP 2024 conference in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Huawei Cloud showcased its latest advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), highlighting how these technologies are designed to propel various industries towards a more intelligent future. The company's participatio…
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‧Concrete Revolution: 3D Printing Paves the Way for Sustainable Tanks
A significant breakthrough has been achieved in the construction industry with the successful 3D printing of the world's first large concrete tanks. This innovative approach not only paves the way for faster and more efficient construction but also boasts a remarkable 25%…
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‧UK and Saudi Arabia Forge Partnership to Advance Tech Research
The United Kingdom and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) announced a significant agreement at the LEAP 24 technology conference in Riyadh to strengthen collaboration in scientific and technological research. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), signed by UK Science Minister…
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‧Saudi Media Ministry Forges Partnerships for Media Development at LEAP 24
The Saudi Ministry of Media announced the signing of four key agreements with international and local companies at the recently concluded LEAP 24, a leading technology exhibition held in Riyadh. These agreements aim to bolster the development of the Kingdom's media sector…
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‧ServiceNow Pledges $500 Million for Saudi Arabian Expansion
ServiceNow, a leading digital workflow company, announced major plans for expansion in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) at the LEAP 2024 conference. This expansion includes establishing a regional headquarters in Riyadh and building two dedicated data centers within the coun…