Biodegradable plates launched in UAE
A company has launched what it claims are the UAE's first 100 per cent biodegradable disposable plates.
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Betel leaves used to make biodegradable plates
Distributed under the brand name Harmony by LTC International LLC, the eco-friendly disposable bioplate, already used in Austria, France, Germany, the Netherlands and Switzerland, is now available in the UAE.
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Campaign calls on ministries to lead way in saving water, energy
Five federal ministries are being called to take the lead in reducing energy and water consumption in the UAE in the latest environmental drive launched by the ‘Heroes of the UAE' campaign.
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Waste pile grows as capital recycles
A pilot recycling scheme has collected roughly 100 tonnes of reusable material in three months all of which is sitting at a site outside the capital while authorities decide what to do with it.
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Recycling scheme helps UAE papers go green
Newspaper readers will be given incentives to recycle old news in a scheme that promises to help the environment and significantly reduce publishers’ costs.
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Abu Dhabi launches waste disposal system
The second phase of the electro-hydraulic underground waste collection system was launched by the Centre of Waste Management — Abu Dhabi in Al Khalidiya on Sunday.
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Focusing and sorting waste and recycling in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi The Municipality of Abu Dhabi City (ADM) has launched a new initiative targeting waste sorting and recycling at its main building and five affiliated external centres.
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Capital debuts streamlined waste system
A sleek new underground waste collection system designed to replace the capital’s smelly rubbish bins was launched yesterday.
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UAE's National Environment Day
Dubai Municipality will today mark National Environment Day by staging a number of activities ranging from an art show to the distribution of environment-friendly bags.
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UAE pushes for a future free of plastic bags
The UAE Government is working towards having the use of plastic bags eliminated in the near future, Dr Rashid Ahmad Bin Fahd, the Minister of Environment and Water, said on Monday.
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Ajman bans non-biodegradable bags
Emirate becomes first to comply with federal campaign with decree coming into force on June 1.
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Environment remains a priority
Both government and organisations are committed to continuing campaign and keeping youth involved.
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Wiping out waste
The UAE aims to reduce its carbon footprint and be the best example of sustainable disposal.
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Water savings
Majid Al Mansouri, secretary-general of EAD, announced that EAD will be installing water saving devices for free in over 60,000 buildings this year. 
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Green Dubai
Dubai’s utility company and the UN will create a new centre to provide companies with the expertise they need to go green.
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Plastic Bags
Before the Government imposes a nationwide ban on plastic bags, it should carefully examine the alternatives to be sure they are viable, an environmental expert says.
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Ajman to recycle
The Ajman Municipality and Planning Directorate will start recycling wastes from next year, a senior official announced on Wednesday.
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Asbestos Danger
Despite partial bans and restrictions, poor demolition practices are exposing the public to asbestos, a once-popular insulator now known to be a carcinogen, industry experts warn.
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Environmental Audit
Work on the country’s first environment outlook report could start as early as next year, officials from the Ministry of Environment and Water said yesterday.
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