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Photovoltaic Technical Training Course to boost Oman’s renewable energy sector

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A five-day solar photovoltaic course was held at the German University of Technology in Oman (GUtech) last week.

Oman’s Distribution Code Review Panel (DCRP) officially certifies this technical training course. Over twenty participants from the industry, [...] 

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Etihad Airways inaugurates Eco Residence for cabin crew in Masdar City Abu Dhabi

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Etihad Airways has officially opened its Etihad Eco Residence, Abu Dhabi’s first purpose-built, sustainable Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Platinum rated cabin crew accommodation. The project is the result of a unique partnership [...] 

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Dubai SME, Sustainable City team up to advance green tech innovations

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Dubai SME, an agency of the Department of Economic Development, DED, in Dubai, mandated to develop the small and medium enterprise, SME, sector, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding, MoU, with The Sustainable City to enable SMEs develop, commercialise [...] 

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Etihad Airways eliminates 195,000 tonnes of carbon emissions in 2017

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Etihad Airways successfully eliminated around 195,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions in 2017, thanks to a wide range of fuel-saving initiatives across its network.

Following a number of improvements aimed at enhancing operational efficiencies, Etihad [...] 

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FCSA Launches Private Sector Advisory Council

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The Federal Competitiveness and Statistics Authority (FCSA) has announced the launch of the Private Sector Advisory Council (PSAC) – a new body that aims to involve the private sector in helping  [...] 

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France is a leading model in combating climate change

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France, the country which hosted the Paris Agreement/ (COP 21), is demonstrating leadership on green initiatives to fight climate change. The country has introduced several policies that put France at the forefront of climate action and reinforce its [...] 

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Deep sea heroes fighting climate change

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Most efforts to address carbon emissions focus on land-based solutions such as conserving or replanting forests. However, marine life may be unlikely heroes in our fight against climate change and in avoiding the major global disasters warned of in [...] 

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Morocco will soon be the next green hub in the world

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Morocco, the African Kingdom ranks among the world’s top countries who share the desire to open up new avenues to green growth and the circular economy. The country has introduced several initiatives to improve efficiency, promote renewable energy [...] 

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China a global leader in the transition to a green economy

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China’s quest for a green, low-carbon economy has led the country to adopt initiatives that address environmental issues and reduce its dependence on coal. The country is investing in renewable energy, setting goals and performance standards in order [...] 

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