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Zenath renews contract with Eppco-Enoc; clinches Dubai Health Authority contract
Zenath renews contract with Eppco-Enoc; clinches Dubai Health Authority contract
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Zenath Recycling and Waste Management:
Pioneering the waste-to-energy movement in the UAE
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Workable renewal energy solutions symbolized World Future Energy Summit 2010
World Future Energy Summit (WFES) 2010 witnessed over 23,000 participants. They were from 130 countries across the continents of Europe, the Americas, Asia, Africa, Australasia and the Middle East.
By Sadhvi Sabherwal
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Waste separation plant to be built in Dahouk, Iraq
Waste separation plant to be built in Dahouk, Iraq
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Waste management comes under the spotlight at Gulf Environment Forum
Waste management comes under the spotlight at Gulf Environment Forum
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Waste from olive oil industry causing health
Waste from olive oil industry causing health
hazards in Syria
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US soldiers coordinate with local Iraqi government to manage trash effectively in Basra
The US has funded about eight million dollars for local trash collection and cleanup initiatives
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UAE companies partner to deal with plastic waste
UAE companies partner to deal with plastic waste
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Turning the liability of waste into a valuable commodity
Mil-tek balers’ sorting, baling and compaction of waste lead to an environment-friendly and cost-effective waste management system
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Trashco to put ‘eyes in their vehicles’
Dubai-based Arab:IT to provide telemetry technology to enhance Trashco fleet management operation
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The Palace - The Old Town marks regional first with Green Globe Certification
Green Globe Certification is the premier world-wide sustainability certificate for the tourism industry
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The Molok Deep Waste system:
Hygienic, space-saving solution for solid waste
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The challenge to waste management in the region
Asfia Khan talks to Jeremy Byatt, Bee’ah’s Director of Environmental Responsibility to understand the waste management scenario in the region
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Tadweer to launch new plastic and granulation project to reduce negative impact of non-biodegradable waste
Tadweer, a private waste management company
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Syrian Ministry of Housing and Construction to build sewage treatment plants
The Syrian Ministry of Housing and Construction and Syrian-Qatari Holding (S.Q.H), a major holding firm ...
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SupplyCore Middle East to bring Midbrook’s medical decontamination equipment to the region
Midbrook, Inc. and its Medical and CapSnap Equipment divisions have signed
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Solar water heaters made Al Bustan Rotana save Dh100,000 per year
Local manufacturer espouses use of renewable energy to help stave off pollution.
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SENER becomes first licensed engineering company to operate from Masdar City
The firm is also the first Spanish company that will be located in the sustainable cleantech cluster in Abu Dhabi
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Saudi university to get world’s largest solar hot water system
Millennium Energy Industries announced that it was awarded the design and build contract of the largest solar district hot water project in the world, for the Princess Noura University for Women Project in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
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Recycling to boost Oman’s private sector
Recycling to boost Oman’s private sector
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Recycling drive kicks off in Ain
Recycling drive kicks off in Ain
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Recycling construction waste in the Middle East:commercial operation with environmental benefits
Construction and demolition waste recycling plants in Kuwait and the UAE demonstrate how the waste can be successfully managed to reduce pressure on the landfills and save precious land
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Qatar sees surge in green building projects
The Gulf country has led the world in per capita emissions of carbon dioxide for more than a decade
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Positive outlook for Saudi recycling industry
Concern for waste management runs high in Saudi Arabia Asfia Khan reports following a visit of the team to Riyadh
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Park Inn, Muscat is Oman’s first Green Globe certified Hotel
Park Inn, Muscat is Oman’s first Green Globe certified Hotel
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New wastewater treatment plan underway in Bahrain
The Muharraq sewage treatment plant will produce water good enough for landscaping
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Muscat Municipality to develop five wastewater disposal projects
Muscat Municipality to develop five wastewater disposal projects
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Moroccan law to ban production of black plastic bags
Morocco’s Ministry of Industry, Commerce and New Technologies, Ministry of Energy and Mining, and the Ministry of Water and Environment have recently issued a joint decree,
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Mobile recycling initiative launched in Dubai
The ‘Recycle to Regain’ van on display at the Middle East Waste Summit was a perfect example of what the private sector is capable of doing when the objective is clear and the motivation strong.
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Middle East to form common Green Building Councils Network
Middle East to form common Green Building Councils Network
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Meiko launches integrated waste management system
for large kitchens in Middle East
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Major plastic waste management project
Qatar Science and Technology Park (QSTP) is set to announce a major project on plastic waste management in the country, according to media reports.
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Landscaping and waste management
Attaining environmental sustainability together
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Kuwait’s Wataniya Telecom launches mobile recycling program
Kuwait’s Wataniya Telecom launches mobile recycling program
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Kuwait moves to clean up sludge-filled oil-lakes
Kuwait moves to clean up sludge-filled oil-lakes
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Kuwait marches ahead with environmental protection plan with 16 waste management sites
CORRE reveals mobilization of its ARES I facility in Shuaiba Industrial Area
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Jordan’s Mövenpick resorts receive EMAS Certification
Two Mövenpick Resorts in Jordan have officially become the first hotels in the Middle East to be certified by the EU Eco-Management and Audit Scheme (EMAS),
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Jordan’s first medical waste treatment plant to open soon
Jordan’s first medical waste treatment plant to open soon
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Jeddah uses GPS to track waste vehicles
Jeddah uses GPS to track waste vehicles
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Jeddah Municipality to relocate medical waste recycling facility
The Jeddah municipality has been urged to shift a medical waste recycling facility east of the Haramain Expressway to a different location.
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Japan funds two more solid waste management projects in Yemen
Inauguration of the two projects worth $259,806 in the Hadramaut and
Al Qatun district takes place
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Iraq’s Thi-Qar Investment Authority signs agreement
The plant will include four recycling lines for paper, plastic, metals and for producing compost
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International trade fair on environmental protection Eco Expo Asia scheduled for October in Hong Kong
Group pavilions from the European Union, France, Hong Kong and the UK to participate
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Integrated Waste Management System to be set up in Dhofar, Oman
Integrated Waste Management System to be set up in Dhofar, Oman
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Ineos advances Europe’s first waste-to-bioethanol plant
Ineos advances Europe’s first waste-to-bioethanol plant
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Imdaad introduces designer recycle bins to mark Arab Environment Day
Imdaad introduces designer recycle bins to mark Arab Environment Day
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Imdaad incorporates green practices within services at major Dubai projects
Imdaad incorporates green practices within services at major Dubai projects
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How an environmentally responsible company can deliver tangible benefits
Epson’s environmental plan aims to reduce CO2 emissions by 90 percent across the life cycle of all products and services by the year 2050
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Higher Colleges of Technology launches Masters Course in Food Safety
Higher Colleges of Technology launches Masters
Course in Food Safety
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Growth of Sharjah economy hikes demand for waste management services
Dulsco opens Sharjah branch to meet market requirements
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General Electric Company to pilot sustainable technologies in Saudi Economic Cities
GE to address water scarcity, energy efficiency and affordable healthcare in KSA
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GCC governments join hands to tackle waste problem
GCC governments join hands to tackle waste problem
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French company to set up waste-to-energy plant in Bahrain
French company to set up waste-to-energy plant in Bahrain
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French companies bidding for energy contracts in UAE’s Masdar
French energy companies, Total and Air Liquide, are bidding for contracts which could see them investing in Abu Dhabi’s carbon-neutral city, according to Reuters.
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Food Safety: You ask, we answer
Eminent experts answer questions fielded by hygiene officers on all aspects of HACCP and food safety management
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Food safety, a rising concern in developing nations
6th Dubai International Food Safety conference calls for uniformity in international standards and procedures for testing food
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Food Safety Training: You ask, we answer
Dr Jeremy Taylor answers questions specific to food safety training issues
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Food Safety Training: You ask, we answer
Dr Jeremy Taylor answers questions specific to food safety training issues
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Food Safety Training: You ask, we answer
Dr Jeremy Taylor answers questions specific to
food safety training issues
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Food Safety Training: You ask, we answer
Dr Jeremy Taylor answers questions specific to
food safety training issues
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Food Safety Training: You ask, we answer
Dr Jeremy Taylor answers questions specific to food safety training issues
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Food Safety Training: You ask, we answer
Dr Jeremy Taylor answers questions specific to food safety training issues
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Food safety tips for hoteliers and caterers
Nina Da Costa, consulting manager-UAE, Diversey Gulf, provides explicit guidelines on important food safety issues that are a major concern to caterers and hoteliers. Hygiene Specialist Misbar Islam brings these issues to the forefront.
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FM service provider installs eco-friendly waste management facility on Saadiyat Island
Thiess Services Middle East has primarily developed the facility to process waste that is generated from the construction activities taking place on the island
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First Green Transportation and Logistics Summit to be held in Dubai
First Green Transportation and Logistics Summit to be held in Dubai
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Estidama unveils the latest sustainability rating system
Estidama unveils the latest sustainability rating system
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Enviroserve and Khadamat Facilities Management partner to recycle e-waste
Enviroserve and Khadamat Facilities Management partner to recycle e-waste
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ENVIRONMENTAL AND WASTE MANAGEMENT NEWS
Global Village wins Arabia CSR Awards for innovative waste management practices
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Envac: Environmentally sustainable waste management
Latha Krishnan finds out how Envac’s fully-automated underground waste management system running at the Jumeirah Beach Residences since 2007 is an eye-opener as to how waste can be managed in an environmentally-friendly manner
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Enoc/Eppco service stations in Sharjah avail of dedicated waste management services
Dulsco Sharjah has announced that it has recently signed a contract to collect waste from 36 service stations of Enoc/Eppco in Sharjah.
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ENOC awarded first place in Environment Conservation at the 2nd Dubai Award for Sustainable Transport
ENOC awarded first place in Environment Conservation at the 2nd Dubai Award for Sustainable Transport
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Emirates Recycling voices UAE construction concern at Middle East Waste Summit
Emirates Recycling LLC’, a member of the highly reputable Al Rostamani Group in partnership with Dubai Municipality,
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Emirates Energy Awards ceremony held in Dubai
Emirates Energy Awards ceremony held in Dubai
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Dussmann takes food safety and quality catering to Mecca
In Saudi Arabia, the Dussmann Group has signed a consulting contract worth millions for catering to pilgrims.
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Dulsco showcased award winning waste management equipment at Middle East Waste Summit 2010
Company featured customised waste management equipment for real estate, hospitality, airports, shopping malls and other market segments
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Dulsco launches City Compactor vehicles in Dubai to collect waste from hard-to-reach areas
Compact size vehicle offers greater versatility to manoeuvre on narrow roads, thickly populated areas, high-rise buildings
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Dulsco launches ‘Recycle to Regain’ initiative; starts region’s first toll-free hotline for waste management
‘Recycle to Regain’ van will visit residential areas, shopping malls, commercial areas to collect separated recyclable waste; 800 – WASTE (92783) is already operational and is manned on a 24-hour basis
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Dulsco introduces tanker service in Sharjah
Dulsco LLC, with a 70 year reputation for service and vast and comprehensive know-how in waste management services (WMS) has begun providing tanker services in Sharjah since July 2009.
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Dubai to host wastewater treatment and reuse conference in February
Dubai to host wastewater treatment and reuse conference in February
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Dubai to be the first city in the Middle East to implement green building standards
Dubai will launch the green building regulations related to utilities in April 2010 and will give contractors of new projects
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Dubai Municipality’s sustainable waste management initiatives
Most of the activities that we undertake result in waste of one kind or the other. With increasing populace and shrinking resources, managing waste is a significant issue in today’s times.
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Dubai Municipality to promote waste management initiatives at the Middle East Waste Summit Dubai Municipality will reveal new waste systems at the summit
Dubai Municipality will announce the implementation of upcoming environmentally friendly technologies such as automated vacuum waste collection systems, underground storage facilities, and underground static compactors for commercial districts.
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Dubai Municipality to address phenomenon of tampering with waste containers
Dubai Municipality has called upon the public and the establishments to cooperate with the Waste Management ...
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Dubai Municipality sets up lab to test green building materials and products
Dubai Municipality sets up lab to test green building materials and products
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Dubai Municipality observes World Hand Washing Day 2011
The Food Control Department at Dubai Municipality in coordination with a group of food establishments recently observed the World Hand Washing Day 2011 with a range of activities aimed at confirming the importance of hand washing to attain food safety.
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Dubai Municipality observes World Food Day
The Food Control Department of Dubai Municipality recently launched the second phase of the ‘food contact materials campaign’ in the main building of the municipality under the slogan “Safe Packing… Right Step towards Food Safety” as part of World Food Day 2011.
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Dubai Municipality holds workshop on Waste-to-Energy project
Dubai Municipality holds workshop on Waste-to-Energy project
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Dubai Municipality and HP join hands to recycle print cartridges
Dubai Municipality and HP join hands to recycle print cartridges
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Dubai Municipality and Dubai Health Authority jointly launch first Foodborne Disease Investigation and Surveillance Program
Dubai Municipality and Dubai Health Authority have jointly launched the first project at the national level to investigate cases of transmitted food poisoning and diseases at the start of this month.
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Dubai Men’s College to start Masters in food safety
Dubai Men’s College to start Masters in food safety
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DED and DHL to develop Mideast’s first carbon neutral warehouse
Dnata Cargo’s FreightGate-5 has been chosen to undergo the carbon reduction transformation
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Damascus plant treats 200 tonnes of medical waste in two months
Damascus plant treats 200 tonnes of medical waste in two months
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Cruise liner waste management
Protecting marine environment through efficient waste
management in cruise liners
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Cowi to introduce sustainable life cycle thinking in the Gulf
COWI has been operating in the Gulf region for many years, carrying out for instance an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) for the National Solid Waste Management Centre in Doha, Qatar, in 2008.
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Construction industry urged to use recycled materials
Construction industry urged to use recycled materials
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Construction and demolition debris will no longer be a waste
Sadhvi Sabherwal finds out how Thiess Services Middle East recycles construction and demolition waste at Al Dhafra, Abu Dhabi
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Climate change experts interact and display projects in Bahrain
Climate change experts interact and display projects in Bahrain
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Chartered Institute of Environmental Health launches Dubai office
World training solutions provider, the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH), celebrated the launch of its Dubai Healthcare City office - including a training centre, at a gala opening party at The Meydan Hotel.
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Center of Waste Management launches Nadhafa program
Center of Waste Management launches Nadhafa program
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Center Of Waste Management GM inspects level of cleaning services provided for Al Ain citizens
Center Of Waste Management GM inspects level of cleaning services provided for Al Ain citizens
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Center of Waste Management Abu Dhabi awards Averda with five-year contract
Center of Waste Management Abu Dhabi awards Averda with five-year contract
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Burj Dubai gets environment-friendly cooling condensate system to recover water for irrigating green oasis
An Environment-friendly cooling condensate system recovers 15 million gallons of water for irrigating gardens
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BP Solar inaugurates new solar technology designed for desert applications
BP Solar inaugurates new solar technology designed for desert applications
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Bee’ah to recycle trashed tyres and put them to good use
Bee’ah’s new facility, the Tyre Recovery Facility will be able to transform used tyres to environment-friendly crumb rubber using cryogenic technology
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Bee’ah launches school of environment
Bee’ah launches school of environment
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Beach Rotana Abu Dhabi gets first environmental award
Beach Rotana Abu Dhabi gets first environmental award
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Bahraini-Malaysian joint venture invests US$ 230mn to convert waste into electricity
Bahraini-Malaysian joint venture invests US$ 230mn to convert waste into electricity
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Back to school for food safety training
Municipalities all over the UAE have joined hands with food consultants and trainers to effectively train food handlers, inspectors and managers on food safety
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Averda declares entry into Saudi Arabia
Chief Operating Officer Walid Shaar talks to Clean Middle East about Averda’s strategic plans for the kingdom and the services being provided to the King Abdullah University of Science and Technology
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Averda – Aiming to address regional demand for waste management services
Sekagya Muhammad talks to the CEO of Averda about the company’s long term
expansion prospects and his opinion on the regional waste management industry
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Averda acquires Qatar’s New Wave Cleaning Services
Company aims to address demand for commercial waste management services amidst the country’s economic growth
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All waste management companies to obtain
All waste management companies to obtain permission to operate from Dubai Municipality
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Aldar Properties: Committed to sustainable urbanization through environmentally friendly waste management systems
Environment and Waste Manager Kelwyn Davies explains how Aldar’s waste management strategies are being formulated to achieve “Near Zero Waste” status by 2030
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Aldar begins operation of vacuum waste management system at Yas Island
Aldar begins operation of vacuum waste management system at Yas Island
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Al Quadra Suez Services to handle UAE’s hazardous waste
The emirate of Abu Dhabi in the UAE has awarded Al Quadra Suez Services a €200m (about AED1.17 billion) management contract to handle the emirate’s hazardous waste for 15 years, according to media reports
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Al Ain Municipality implements environment, health and safety management in construction sector
An environment, health and safety department formed in association with engineering and design consultancy Atkins
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Al Ain district launches recycling drive
Al Ain district launches recycling drive
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Al Ain Dairy recycles wastewater for its cooling system
Al Ain Dairy recycles wastewater for its cooling system
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AECOM and Ellerbe Beckett to create more sustainable building in the Middle East
Ellerbe Beckett already has a number of architectural projects that stress low energy usage and concern for the environment in the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Qatar
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ADNEC completes installation of recycling stations
ADNEC completed the installation of recycling stations by June 2009 and by the end of July was able to recycle almost 5,000 kilograms of paper, carton, magazine, plastic and aluminum can waste
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Abu Dhabi’s TDIC brings the world’s first zero-emission electric bus to Sir Bani Yas Island
TDIC demonstrates its commitment to a sustainable future for Abu Dhabi
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Abu Dhabi’s first Formula1 race track to get vacuum
Corodex Electromechanic,a part of Concorde-Corodex
group (CCG) has announced that it has won a contract for building a vacuum sewerage system for the first Formula1 track in Abu Dhabi,
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Abu Dhabi schools to work towards lowering ecological footprint
Abu Dhabi schools to work towards lowering ecological footprint
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Abu Dhabi launches second phase of underground waste collection system
Abu Dhabi launches second phase of underground waste collection system
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200 recycled carton bins produced from paper waste collected from Dubai International Academic City
The recycling campaign of Dubai International Academic City (Diac), the higher education free zone, has entered the second phase following the arrival of 200
