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التخلص من عبوات المبيدات الكيماوية الفارغة وسلامة الصحة والبيئة

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تعرف مبيدات الآفات بالإنجليزية )(Pesticides) وهي عبارة عن مواد كيماوية تستخدم لمكافحة الآفات الزراعية أو أي نوع من الكائنات الحية التي يمكن أن تشكل آفة على المحاصيل الزراعية، ويضعها العلماء في مجموعات وهي المبيدات الحشرية ، المبيدات الفطرية ومبيدات الأعشاب، بالإضافة إلى مبيدات القوارض، مبيدات الديدان الإسطوانية والرخويات ومبيدات العناكب. والمبيدات الزراعية بصورة عامة مركبات سامة وخطرة ويجب إستعمالها بحذر وعند الضرورة فقط بعد استنفاذ كافة أساليب الوقاية وطرق المكافحة الزراعية. وعلى الرغم من وجود فوائدٍ لاستخدام مبيدات الآفات، إلا أنه توجد لها آثارها الضارة الخطيرة، مثل احتمالية التسمم البشري أو تسمم الحيوانات (ووفقاً لبنود اتفاقية استكهولم بشأن الملوثات العضوية … Continue reading →

How MENA Sustainable Development Professionals Can Immigrate to the US on an EB-2 Visa

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In an era of climate change and environmental crises, professionals in sustainable development, ecology, and renewable energy are becoming increasingly important. The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, which is grappling with challenges such as water scarcity and desertification, has developed a wealth of skilled professionals in these fields. As global demand for sustainability expertise grows, the United States offers significant opportunities for MENA professionals to contribute to its green initiatives through the EB-2 visa. This employment-based, second-preference visa provides a pathway to permanent residence for individuals with advanced degrees or extraordinary ability, with the National Interest Waiver (NIW) … Continue reading →

المرأة مفتاح الأمن الغذائي

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من المُسلَّم به أن الزراعة هي المُحرِّك الرئيسي للنمو في المجتمعات الريفية في جميع أرجاء العالم، وأن المرأة هي العمود الفقري للأسر خاصة الريفية منها  وغالبًا ما تعمل داخل المنزل وخارجه لتلبية احتياجات الاسرة .وعلى الرغم من أنهن يشاركن في عمل مدفوع الأجر –إلى حدّ أنهن يشكّلن، في المتوسط، أكثر من 40 % من القوى العاملة الزراعية في البلدان النامية،و حوالي  20 % في أمريكا اللاتينية  وحوالي 50 % أو أكثر في أجزاء من أفريقيا وآسيا – فانهن يتقاضين أجورًا أقل مقابل عملهن مقارنةً بالرجال. الجدير بالذكر ان معدل البطالة في الوطن العربي الذي بلغ نحو (11.5 %) في عام … Continue reading →

Irrigation Systems in the United Arab Emirates

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Driving down the streets of Dubai, one cannot ignore the large puddles of water that cover the side of the streets and sidewalks. These puddles, which are the result of attempted irrigation of green patches and plants, are a big waste. As a result, a very important question comes to mind: Does the UAE have that much water to spare? Water in the UAE is in very short supply. The United Arab Emirates is one of the top 10 most water-scarce countries in the world, and has one of the highest per capita water usages globally. With 550 liters per … Continue reading →

The Remarkable Water Lifting Noria

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One of the challenges humans have faced for centuries is raising water to reach farm fields or communities. One of the most impressive, yet little known, solutions is the noria (Arabic: نواعير حماة, Spanish: azud). The noria is properly pronounced na’ura (singular) and nawa’ir (plural). Noria literally means “the growler” referring to the sounds made as the wheel turns. The wooden bearings, falling water, and stresses on the wheel create a symphony of noise and musical notes. The deepest notes are in the range of 120–170 Hertz. These remarkable machines are undershot water wheels with paddles on the rim pushed … Continue reading →

The Mental Effects of Alcohol Addiction: Understanding the Psychological Toll

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People often consume alcohol as a relaxant to deal with tough situations socially or personally. If a person feels uncomfortable at a party, they ease into it through a drink, but sometimes for some people, these drinks become more than one! When consumption becomes chronic or excessive, it can have profound effects on mental health. Alcohol addiction, or Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD), doesn’t just harm the body, it gradually impacts your brain, emotions and overall psychological well-being.​ Here are some of the most prominent effects of alcohol. 1. Alcohol and Brain Chemistry: A Disrupted Balance Alcohol is used as a … Continue reading →

Eco-Friendly Rehab Centers: Why Sustainable Spaces Heal Better

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Every sector of life is advancing, and we are seeing major shifts in how modern therapy is evolving to replace traditional therapy methods. Nowadays, you will find many more comfortable, and easy-to-follow practices to nurture the human brain, body and life approaches. Eco-friendly rehab centers are a step towards advancement and are proving to be better than the conventional ones. A person trying to recover from an addiction would never want to be reminded of it daily, and the prison-like, concrete rehab centers of the past did not make it any easier! Rehab centers are facilities where people can reconcile … Continue reading →

How a Plant-Based Diet Can Speed Up the Recovery Process

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Recovery from addiction isn’t just about abstaining from substances—it’s about rebuilding the mind, body, and spirit from the ground up. While therapy, support groups, and structured routines are central to recovery programs, nutrition often remains an overlooked pillar. But emerging evidence suggests that what we eat plays a profound role in how well—and how quickly—we heal. A plant-based diet, rich in whole foods, fruits, vegetables, legumes, whole grains, nuts, and seeds, offers a natural and powerful way to support the physical and emotional recovery process. Here’s how shifting to plant-powered nutrition can accelerate healing and restore balance in a body … Continue reading →

How Indoor Plants Improve Mood and Air Quality in Treatment Facilities

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Indoor plants are considered an aesthetic fix for any kind of home. Whether you have a rustic cottage look, a high-end apartment or a penthouse, the use of plants can liven up any space! These plants do more than just look good, as they can uplift your health in many ways. The environment plays a crucial role in our well-being. Whether you adorn your living space with plants or you have a green and happy garden where you spend some time every evening, greenery always has a refreshing effect. We will discuss how indoor plants can be beneficial for treatment … Continue reading →

Things You Need to Know About Algae Biorefinery

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High oil prices, competing demands between foods and other biofuel sources, and the world food crisis, have ignited interest in algaculture (farming of algae) for making vegetable oil, biodiesel, bioethanol, biogasoline, biomethanol, biobutanol and other biofuels. Algae can be efficiently grown on land that is not suitable for agriculture and hold huge potential to provide a non-food, high-yield source of biodiesel, ethanol and hydrogen fuels. Several recent studies have pointed out that biofuel from microalgae has the potential to become a renewable, cost-effective alternative for fossil fuel with reduced impact on the environment and the world supply of staple foods, … Continue reading →

Yakhchal Ice Maker from Iran and Modern Use For Radiant Sky Cooling

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The cooling potential of the night sky was recognized by societies many centuries ago. In Iran, night sky radiant cooling was used to produce ice even when ambient air temperatures fail to drop below freezing. The tall walls of the yakhchal ran from east to west to fully shade shallow troughs of water throughout the day. These walls could be 10 m tall and 40 m across. In the winter the shade extends out 15 m, but only 7 m in August. The yakhchals came in different styles. Some had multiple shade walls, others curvilinear walls and walls of different … Continue reading →

The Adverse Environmental Impact of Electric Vehicles

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As interest in EVs continues to rise at a rapid pace, questions about the long-term environmental impact of electric vehicles are coming forward. In this article, we will highlight the environmental consequences of using electric vehicles to help you make an informed decision on switching to an EV. More Resources, Reduced Carbon Emissions One of the most notable and attractive features of the modern EV is its “zero emission” component. But while these streamlined vehicles can significantly decrease the volume of carbon emissions released into the environment, the resources needed to build them present some complications. EVs are powered by … Continue reading →