Author Archives: Salman Zafar

About Salman Zafar

Salman Zafar is the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of EcoMENA. He is a consultant, ecopreneur and journalist with expertise across in waste management, renewable energy, environment protection and sustainable development. Salman has successfully accomplished a wide range of projects in the areas of biomass energy, biogas, waste-to-energy, recycling and waste management. He has participated in numerous conferences and workshops as chairman, session chair, keynote speaker and panelist. He is proactively engaged in creating mass awareness on renewable energy, waste management and environmental sustainability across the globe Salman Zafar can be reached at salman@ecomena.org

Why Battery Energy Storage is an Unsustainable Solution in a Zero Carbon Future

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Batteries rarely come up in discussions about sustainable energy. People tend to think of only solar panels, wind turbines, and other devices that capture energy from the atmosphere. However, the fact is that without a form of energy storage, the vast majority of the captured energy would be wasted. Plus, without storage, the environmental limitations of renewable energy will be insurmountable. If we can only use solar energy when the sun is out or wind energy when the wind is blowing, then we’ll never be able to power civilization over the long run. The unfortunate effect of that common oversight is that people … Continue reading →

الشرق الأوسط يستعد لمواجهة الاحتباس الحراري وسوق الكربون

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تعد منطقة الشرق الأوسط وشمال أفريقيا من أكثر المناطق عرضة للتغير المناخي، بسبب ندرة المياه، والاعتماد الكبير على الزراعة الحساسة للمناخ، وتركيز السكان والنشاط الاقتصادي في المناطق الساحلية الحضرية، ووجود المناطق المتضررة من النزاع. وعلاوة على ذلك، فإن المنطقة هي واحدة من أكبر المساهمين في انبعاثات الغازات المسببة للاحتباس الحراري وذلك بسبب ازدهار اقتصاد النفط والغاز فيها. وقد تسبب اعتماد العالم على موارد الطاقة في منطقة الشرق الأوسط في الحصول على أكبر معدلات آثار الكربون للفرد الواحد في جميع أنحاء العالم. وليس من المفاجىء أن تكون انبعاثات الكربون في دولة الإمارات العربية المتحدة ما يقرب من 55 طن للفرد الواحد، أكثر من … Continue reading →

What is a Solar Power Bank?

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The introduction of solar power bank has been among the top energy storage solutions in recent years. Thanks to it, people no longer have to experience the horror of running out of power at a critical point or worry about their devices going off at an impromptu moment. Read on to find out what a solar power bank is and why you should consider getting one. What is a Solar Power Bank? A solar power bank is an energy storage device that obtains energy from the sun and uses it to charge/power various electronic gadgets, like phones, tablets, laptops, torches, … Continue reading →

How Minimalism and Sustainability Go Hand in Hand

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A topic that has been gathering momentum as of late. The idea of sustainability is rapidly becoming a popular trend and the reduction in fossil fuel usage is testament to that fact. However, sustainability is not just found in the energy sector. Sustainability has become a trend in all aspects of life. So much so that it has become a lifestyle for some. Minimalism has rapidly become a popular way of life as well, providing great benefits to those living according to it. To start, it is important to define these terms and how they can relate to one another. … Continue reading →

Eco-Friendly Ways of Fixing Damaged Roof

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If you run a small business, saving on your energy costs is among the best methods to keep the bottom line of your company as low as possible. Your roof is typically responsible for around 30% of the energy loss of your home or company. With time, this leads to an increase in your heating costs, energy bills, and the general comfort of your premises. New eco-friendly roofing elements can assist you to significantly improve the energy efficiency of your home or business premises while protecting the building from the roofing elements. That will mean less downtime due to water … Continue reading →

Waste Management in Gaza Strip

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Solid waste management in Gaza Strip is a matter of grave concern. With population of approximately 1.75 million, waste management is one of the most serious challenges confronting the local authorities because of high volumes of solid waste generation and economic blockade by Israel. The daily solid waste generation across Gaza is more than 1300 tons which is characterized by per capita waste generation of 0.35 to 1.0 kg. Scarcity of waste disposal sites coupled with huge increase in waste generation is leading to serious environmental and human health impacts on the population. The severity of the crisis is a … Continue reading →

An Introduction to Materials Recovery Facility

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A Material Recovery Facility (MRF) is a building to receive, sort, process and store recyclable materials to be shipped and marketed to end-users. A materials recovery facility accepts materials, whether source separated or mixed, and separates, processes and stores them for later use as raw materials for remanufacturing and reprocessing. The main function of the MRF is to maximize the quantity of recyclables processed, while producing materials that will generate the highest possible revenues in the market. MRFs can also function to process wastes into a feedstock for biological conversion or into a fuel source for the production of energy. … Continue reading →

خمس إجراءات صديقة للبيئة لتعزيز ثقافة الشركة المستدامة

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ازداد الوعي لدى الناس بتأثير الاحتباس الحراري، وهم يسعون بجهدٍ عالٍ لإيجاد وسائل للحفاظ على البيئة، حتى أن الشركات في مختلف القطاعات تساهم بدور كبير في هذا التوجه من خلال تبني ممارسات وإجراءات صديقة للبيئة. إن لم تقم شركتك حتى الان بتبني أي إجراء أو استراتيجية لتصبح صديقة للبيئة، فإن الوقت قد حان للقيام بهذه الخطوة. هنالك العديد من المنافع التي يمكنك ان تحصل عليها كشركة بما فيه ما يلي: سيكون لك دور في إنقاذ البيئة. تحسين صورة الشركة والعلامة التجارية الخاصة بك لأن العملاء/الزبائن يدعمون دائماً الشركات التي تقف وراء قضية نبيلة. استقطاب الموظفين الملائمين لأنهم أيضاً يهتمون باختيار … Continue reading →

Why Sustainable Weight Loss Matters

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In a world that’s always running on caffeine and shortcuts, weight loss gets sold like some magic hack. Lol. “Just follow this trendy diet, pop that miracle pill, or push yourself through extreme workouts, and boom! You’ll wake up looking like a fitness influencer.” But let’s be real, that never happens. Instead, you end up exhausted, frustrated, and right back where you started, maybe even worse off. And here’s the part no one talks about: these so-called “solutions” aren’t just bad for you, they’re bad for the planet too. Think about it, fad diets push unsustainable food trends, weight-loss products … Continue reading →

How Cleanliness is Next to Greenliness

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There are usually many objectives of cleaning a home or office and the things in it. One of them is to achieve a certain level comfort and freshness while the other is to maintain the aesthetic appeal of the space around. However, when it comes to choosing the right cleaning products and technologies, it is important and beneficial to go the eco-friendly way. Many manufacturers, in a bid to reduce their carbon footprint, are striving to come up with cleaning products that are made from environmentally-friendly ingredients. Such products are not only safer or less toxic to use, but also … Continue reading →

Easy Eco-Friendly Habits for Students: How to Make a Difference

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Sustainability has become no longer a question of choice. With the danger of climate change and environmental decline looming over the world, people must now develop green tendencies to reverse their impact. The students, in particular, have a significant responsibility to make the world more sustainable. By instilling simple green habits in daily life, the students can reduce their carbon footprints while setting an example that others can look up to and follow. 1. Choose Sustainable Transport One of the easiest things that students can do to ensure sustainability is by choosing greener modes of transportation. Instead of driving or … Continue reading →

Beyond Brightness: The Essential Features of LED Lighting for Green Buildings

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Have you ever thought about how important good lighting is for your business? LED lighting does more than just help people see— can enhance productivity in offices and provide crucial safety in warehouses during power outages. There’s more to LED lighting than simply illuminating a space. Let’s explore the features that make LED lights essential in any commercial or industrial setting. Corridor Function Imagine walking down a dim corridor. As you move forward, the lights gradually brighten. Once you pass, they dim again. It feels like magic—but it’s actually smart LED technology at work. This feature relies on motion sensors … Continue reading →