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

How COVID-19 Shifted Public Attention Towards Sustainable Living

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Since the COVID-19 disease outbreak, it hasn’t been particularly easy to track down good news, especially on a global level. Due to huge decreases in travel, however, emissions dropped drastically and gave Mother Nature a long overdue chance to catch her breath. For the most part, globally speaking, the pandemic has also been a catalyst for people and communities working together in the fight against COVID-19. Parts of this increase in working together involve more sustainable practices in a world full of factory shutdowns and increased difficulties in getting food. This sustainability silver lining is widespread, and here are some … Continue reading →

Sustainability In Tourism: How To Choose Energy-Efficient Hotel Lighting

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With sustainability becoming today’s main concern, the tourism industry must learn to prioritize sustainable practices, including the thoughtful use of lighting solutions. Often overlooked, hotel lighting is a subtle source of unmanaged energy consumption and carbon emissions. As eco-consciousness increasingly influences travelers’ decision-making, balancing aesthetics, functionality, and consumption has never been more critical. This article explores the contribution power-saving lighting has to sustainability in the tourism sector. By carefully selecting lighting solutions, hotels can reduce their carbon footprint and enhance their overall sustainability profile. The article also highlights the multifaceted benefits of resource-efficient alternatives. You’ll find practical pointers for choosing … Continue reading →

Solar Energy Prospects in Tunisia

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Tunisia is an energy-dependent country with modest oil and gas reserves. Around 97 percent of the total energy is produced by natural gas and oil, while renewables contribute merely 3% of the energy mix. The installed electricity capacity at the end of 2015 was 5,695 MW which is expected to sharply increase to 7,500 MW by 2021 to meet the rising power demands of the industrial and domestic sectors. Needless to say, Tunisia is building additional conventional power plants and developing its solar and wind capacities to sustain economic development. Wind Energy in Tunisia Wind power represents the main source of renewable energy in … Continue reading →

Tips for Balancing Study in College and Other Areas of Life

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While attending college can be exciting, it can also be difficult especially when it begins to take almost all your time and leave you with less time for yourself, family, friends, and activities you love to do. It can be challenging to balance academics with other areas of your life, such as work, social obligations, family responsibilities, and personal hobbies. But with the right attitude, knowing and applying the right techniques, it’s possible to keep a healthy balance and succeed in all areas of life in college. We’ll look at some strategies for this balance in college in this article, … Continue reading →

The Environmental Cost of Cross-Browser Testing and Greener Alternatives

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“There are no passengers on spaceship Earth. We are all crew,” – Marshall McLuhan. For decades, we have seen software testing mainly focused on quality, speed, and coverage. Sustainability was never even considered till now. But we know every test automation execution consumes computing resources, electricity, and cloud infrastructure. Every organization executes millions of tests every day, and the environmental impact becomes increasingly difficult to ignore. One of the major contributors to environmental impact in software is cross-browser testing. Running identical test suites across multiple browsers, browser versions, operating systems, and devices can multiply execution effort several times over. While … Continue reading →

How to Write a Sustainability Report That Doesn’t Sound Like Every Other Company

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Every sustainability report reads the same. Same buzzwords. Same stock photos of wind turbines. Same vague promises about “driving positive change” and “empowering communities.” If your company’s report reads like every other PDF gathering dust in a downloads folder, you’re not just boring your stakeholders. You’re wasting a real chance to build trust. Good sustainability report writing isn’t about copying the format everyone else uses. It’s about making choices that reflect what your company actually does, in language that sounds like a human wrote it. This guide walks you through how to approach sustainability report writing so your document stands … Continue reading →

How PPAs are Helping Businesses Fulfil Their Environmental Pledges

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In recent years, businesses around the world have been making significant strides towards sustainability and reducing their environmental impact. One crucial tool that has emerged to support these efforts is the Power Purchase Agreement (PPA). PPAs have become increasingly important for businesses looking to fulfil their environmental pledges by procuring renewable energy. In this blog post, we will explore what a PPA is, delve into the concept of virtual PPAs, and discuss how these agreements are helping businesses make a positive environmental impact. What are PPAs and Virtual PPAs A Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) is a contract between an energy … Continue reading →

Creative Fabrica Studio Desktop: A Review

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In recent years, there has been a proliferation of AI-based productivity tools and software. One of the most popular categories is photo editing software, which has made image modification much faster and cheaper, as compared to traditional photo editing tool. AI-powered photo editing tools are helpful in removing the image background, removing an object from a picture or enhancing the quality of an image quickly and efficiently. Nowadays, a wide range of professionals, including small business owners, graphic designers, photo/video editors and social media users, are dependent on photo editing software for seamless production of professional-looking images. What is Creative … Continue reading →

Biomass Energy Resources in Jordan: An Overview

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With high population growth rate, increase in industrial and commercial activities, high cost of imported energy fuels and higher GHGs emissions, supply of cheap and clean energy resources has become a challenge for the Jordanian Government. Consequently, the need for implementing renewable energy projects, especially solar, wind, biomass and energy-from-waste, has emerged as a national priority in recent years. Jordan has substantial biomass resources in the form of municipal solid wastes, sewage, industrial wastes and animal manure. Municipal solid wastes represent the best source of biomass in Jordan. Solid waste generation in the country is approximately 2 million tons per … Continue reading →

Islam, Economics and a Blueprint for Sustainable Development

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Islamic economic thought is heavily based on the concepts of fairness and justice. Trade is encouraged- but only within the guidelines of the Shariah (Islamic law). As a result, the Islamic economic system is largely value-driven and fits within the principles of sustainability. A key Islamic principle concerns how “everything belongs to God, and wealth is held by people in trust”. [1] This means that human beings have a God-given duty to care for the Earth. In turn, this links with the idea of Khilafa (stewardship).  The Holy Qur’an states, “Corruption has appeared in the land and the sea on … Continue reading →

4 Ways to Make Your Garage More Eco-friendly

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Becoming environmentally aware and going green is important in your home, for the sake of your family, your community, and the planet as a whole. While doing so, however, it is easy to overlook the garage. The garage takes up a considerable space, and there are several ways to improve energy efficiency and reduce your environmental impact, even there. Below are some simple ways to make your garage eco-friendly. 1. Lighting You may think that a garage doesn’t need windows, but in reality, installing them can help make your garage eco-friendlier. Windows allow for natural sunlight to help you consume … Continue reading →

Mt2 Peptide: Essential Insights for Clinical Researchers in Dermatology

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For clinical researchers in dermatology, the Mt2 Peptide presents a promising avenue of investigation. This peptide, known for its potential to influence skin pigmentation and immune responses, provides myriad opportunities for understanding and treating various dermatological conditions. In this article, we will explore the role of Mt2 Peptide in dermatology research, its mechanisms of action in skin applications, clinical implications for dermatologists, and the challenges encountered in its research. Mt2 Peptide and Its Role in Dermatology Research The Mt2 Peptide is increasingly gaining attention in dermatology research due to its ability to modulate melanogenesis, the process through which melanin is … Continue reading →