Environment - Asian News from UK

New York hits air pollution record; Governor says it’s ‘emergency’

The crisis was caused by forest fires in Canada…reports Asian Lite News As smoke continues to shroud parts of the north-eastern US, the nation’s financial and media capital has recorded its worst

June 9, 2023

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Canada to host 7th Assembly of Global Environment Facility

Canada decided to host the Seventh Assembly of the Global Environment Facility (GEF) in Vancouver, British Columbia, from August 22 to 26….reports Asian Lite News As the world experiences the triple crises

June 6, 2023

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Dubai’s RTA urges emission reduction and eco-friendly mobility

RTA encouraged community groups to adopt healthier habits and educates them to use flexible mobility means during leisure and exercise periods….reports Asian Lite News Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) reiterated its

June 6, 2023

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Study: Climate change threatens Pakistan’s agricultural yields

The International Food Policy Research Institute in the study found that climate change is projected to cause a decline in Pakistan’s agricultural yields of up to 40 per cent by 2050…reports Asian

June 6, 2023

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Water Wars: Global Geopolitics Takes a New Turn

Increasing tensions over water resources point out to the emergence of a new dimension to the global geopolitics, adding to the regional and neighbourly rivalries, writes Asad Mirza The recent border clashes

June 6, 2023

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du sets its 2030 net-zero goal

The du climate action programme will establish a clear net zero carbon emissions road map for the company to advance its sustainability initiatives…reports Asian Lite News du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunication Company

May 30, 2023

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‘Road to COP28’ inspires stakeholders, fuels climate action

Al Mubarak introduced the “Race to Zero” and the “Race to Resilience” global campaigns, and showcased the 2030 solution pathways and available projects as part of the COP27 Presidency…reports Asian Lite News

May 30, 2023

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Visa Foundation teams up with Emirates Nature-WWF for green economy

Emirates Nature-WWF’s conservation work focuses on creating transformative impact for people and planet, in alignment with national and international goals….reports Asian Lite News Emirates Nature-WWF announced a $250,000 grant from Visa Foundation

May 29, 2023

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UN lays out blueprint to reduce 80% plastic waste by 2040

UNEP estimates that government promotion of reuse options like refillable bottle systems or deposit return schemes could reduce 30 percent of plastic waste by 2040…reports Asian Lite News Countries can reduce plastic

May 17, 2023

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Al Jaber calls for tech solutions to decarbonise economies

Continuing his remarks, Dr. Al Jaber noted that clean tech investments broke the $1 trillion barrier for the first time in 2022, with substantial room for growth….reports Asian Lite News Dr. Sultan

May 11, 2023

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