Watch: Wagtail chicks hatch a historic first in DubaiThe small songbird, native to Europe and Asia, has begun breeding at Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve, also known as Al Qudra Lake
Dubai bans single-use bags: Shoppers carry groceries in hand, vow to change habits The emirate had mandated businesses to impose a 25-fil charge on single-use plastic bags from the beginning of this year
Abu Dhabi shuts down industrial plant after residents complain of 'irritating odours'The facility was found responsible for repeatedly violating environmental laws
UAE: Abu Dhabi to set up first dedicated facility to recover recyclable materials from wasteConstruction is expected to begin at the end of 2024, with operations commissioning targeted for the end of 2026
Dubai: 100 million mangrove trees for Dubai’s beaches? 72km coastal project plan unveiledPlans for stunningly green project show boardwalks over mangrove forests, biospheres, pocket beach parks and social spaces
Finding lost sharks, saving turtles: This resident helps lead UAE's biggest environmental charity Arabella was recently recognised with a gold medal at the first edition of the Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Environmental Awards
Sharjah stops single-use plastic bag production after ban from Jan 2024 Some products are exempted from the decision
UAE: Abu Dhabi's waste-to-energy facility to power 50,000 homes The plant to be set up in Al Bihouth area is expected to process 900,000 tonnes of waste into energy
UAE: Expat to break own record of 'greatest distance covered on e-bike' in 24hrsAli Abdo will be travelling with an Emirati Terra electric motorcycle with a 4KW motor and a top speed of 100kph
Dubai ban on single-use bags begins today; fines, exemptions explainedThe policy for all retail outlets also covers biodegradable ones as they require their own recycling stations