Environment & Energy | Thursday 5 January, 2017 11:31 am

Chinese Solar Industry Targets Booming Middle East Market

Chinese solar panel manufacturers are targeting the Middle East, North Africa, and South Asia markets, with large-scale investment in renewable energy expected to drive a rapid increase in demand for imported technology.   Local demand has underpinned the rise of China’s solar...

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Environment & Energy | Saturday 17 December, 2016 1:57 am

iKTVA, a cornerstone of Saudi Vision 2030

GLOBAL oil giant Saudi Aramco on Wednesday reaffirmed its steadfast commitment to its In-Kingdom Total Value Add (iKTVA) localization program by celebrating the accomplishments made by both the company and its suppliers since its launch a year ago. At a ceremony attended by Easter Province Emir...

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Environment & Energy | Thursday 15 December, 2016 5:34 am

Dubai Supreme Council of Energy promotes 3rd Emirates Energy Award (EEA) 2017 in Oman

As part of its efforts to maximise participation in 3rd Emirates Energy Award (EEA) 2017 that will be held under the patronage of HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President and Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai under the theme ‘Innovative Solutions for Clean Energy’,...

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Environment & Energy | Thursday 15 December, 2016 1:14 am

Dubai Supreme Council of Energy Along with Etihad ESCO and TAQATI Conduct Workshop for Energy Users

The Dubai Supreme Council of Energy (DSCE) in association with Etihad ESCO, and TAQATI held a workshop for Energy Users, reflecting on the progress and performance of Directive 1 of 2015. The workshop also looked at building-level energy audits, and discussed ways to accelerate project...

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Environment & Energy | Wednesday 14 December, 2016 12:35 pm

Turbulent times to continue for oil prices

It’s no secret that the value of crude oil has taken a few hits of late. A perfect storm of over-production from a handful of OPEC member states, political upheaval in countries such as Venezuela and a lack of confidence in the markets has occurred. All this has seen the price of oil reach...

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Environment & Energy | Thursday 8 December, 2016 11:03 am

Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week Set to Drive Business Opportunities as Investment in Renewables Reaches Record High

The 2017 edition of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) is on track to be the most important in the event’s history for driving commercially focused action, said industry leaders at a press event today.   Hosted by Masdar, the forthcoming ADSW theme is ‘Practical Steps...

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Environment & Energy | Tuesday 6 December, 2016 3:03 am

Empower transplants palms and other trees from Jumeirah Village to other areas in Dubai

Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation (Empower), the world’s largest district cooling services provider, has announced plans to replant more than 55 trees and palms that were moved from the two construction sites of district cooling services in Jumeirah Village to various...

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Environment & Energy | Friday 2 December, 2016 2:16 am

Dulsco collects over 33,800 recyclables at the Emirates Kids Marathon

Dulsco, a regional leader in human resource solutions and waste management services collected a record of 33,800 recyclables thus ensuring their diversion from the landfill. Dulsco teamed up as the Green Partner at the ‘Emirates Kids Marathon’ that was conducted by the UAE Athletic...

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Environment & Energy | Wednesday 30 November, 2016 11:20 am

AURAK Awarded for Best Green Campus in UAE

The American University of Ras Al Khaimah has been presented with the Best Green Campus award for 2016, receiving the prestigious accolade at an exclusive ceremony in Abu Dhabi. AURAK competed against 14 other major universities, all based in the UAE, for the award which was organized as part of ...

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Environment & Energy | Tuesday 29 November, 2016 3:06 pm

Schneider Electric Lights-up Remote Village in Pakistan with ‘Mobiya’ Solar Lamps

Schneider Electric, a global leader in energy management and automation, lately distributed 72 Mobiya solar lamps to Dhoor Gadhro village in Thar, Pakistan, in collaboration with non-profit organisation AWARE. Located 70 kms from the nearest electrical grid, Dhoor Gadhro remains...

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