The Emirates Environmental Group (EEG) proudly concluded the 21st Cycle of the Environmental Drawing Competition (EDC) and the 3rd Cycle of Art from Waste (AfW) Competition with a distinguished awarding ceremony held at The Ismaili Centre Dubai. The event brought together students, educators, dignitaries, corporate representatives, jury members and families to celebrate the remarkable creativity and environmental awareness demonstrated by young participants from across the nation.
Francesco La Camera, Director-General of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), has said that the UAE has become an important global actor in advancing renewable energy and international energy cooperation. This has been achieved through major investments in solar, storage technologies and energy infrastructure, the UAE has shown that energy-producing nations can help advance the energy transition globally.
The Circular Packaging Association (CPA) said packaging waste accounts for between 14 percent and 20 percent of total municipal waste in the region, noting that converting packaging waste into an economic resource could generate savings of up to AED1 billion annually for the UAE economy, while supporting emissions reduction and enhancing the use of recyclable materials.
Education For Employment-UAE (EFE-UAE), in collaboration with the American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) and supported by Citi, has launched the 2026 edition of the AJYAL Program, a regional initiative designed to equip university students with the skills required to succeed in a rapidly evolving job market.
A recent YouGov survey commissioned by BE WTR points to a clear shift in consumer expectations across the UAE, highlighting growing demand for higher-quality, more sustainable, and more convenient drinking water solutions. Responding to this, BE WTR, a first-of-its-kind premium water brand in the UAE, continues to set a new standard for hydration that is better for both people and the planet. Backed by Swiss-engineered filtration and bottled locally in the UAE, the brand has announced the launch of the BE WTR app, available in Dubai from May 11th as part of its first rollout phase, giving residents access to premium water at home in just a few clicks. Expansion into Abu Dhabi will follow during the second phase of the launch.
The OceanX Education Portal, a first-of-its-kind immersive projection dome experience, is now on display at the Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi through December 2026. The Portal invites visitors beneath the surface of the Arabian Gulf and Gulf of Oman, offering an experiential window into ocean science, exploration, and discovery.
