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Meet the UAE citizen who built a 'healing farm' where rehab patients can ‘mentally rest’

At his balcony’s 5 by 5sqm greenhouse, he grows spinach, iceberg lettuce, mint leaves, strawberries, rosemary and kale

No more floods at Dubai Metro stations in the future with new measures: RTA chief

'Future-proof solutions' have been implemented, with protective barriers installed at vulnerable stations and all identified problem areas addressed

UAE: Smart recycling devices for plastic bottles, recyclable waste launched in Fujairah

This initiative also involves school students, giving them the opportunity to positively impact their school environment

Dubai: Over 740 EV charging points set up as nearly 35,000 electric cars hit city's roads

'The UAE aims to have 50 per cent of the cars on its roads electric by 2050,' said Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, managing director and CEO of Dewa

Electric plants? Inside Dubai farm growing unique greens, flowers you can eat

The vertical farm is transforming dining scene in the UAE with its unique blooms, as demand soars from high-end and Michelin-starred restaurants

Look: Bryde’s whale spotted near Fujairah port guided back to migration path

Dedicated teams helped ensure the whale’s safety and smooth return to its migration route

UAE: 25 million shoes thrown out each year; experts urge action on fashion waste

Experts reveal the hidden costs of fashion, from lost revenue to the environmental impact of overproduction and poor recycling

Dubai: Got old clothes? Donate them for recycling and get Dh20 vouchers

Residents are also encouraged to donate their pre-loved wearable fabrics

UAE unveils pilot project to boost role of private sector in waste management

Extended Producer Responsibility is a key initiative under the UAE Integrated Waste Management Agenda 2023-2026

Watch: Bryde's whale spotted in rare appearance at Port of Fujairah

The whale, a migratory species, had entered the port area, prompting concerns about its safety