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EV Battery Recycling Methods for the Middle East

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Following global transitions, the Middle East is witnessing a significant shift towards sustainable transportation, with electric vehicles (EVs) becoming more popular and widespread. This transition is driven by the global commitment to reduce carbon emissions and adopt more sustainable energy solutions. However, with the rise of EVs comes the serious challenge of managing used batteries. Developing proper recycling methods to reduce waste and recover valuable materials from EV batteries is very important. This article explores EV battery recycling in the Middle East, including existing initiatives, recycling methods, challenges, and prospects. Why EV Battery Recycling is Important EV batteries, mainly lithium-ion, … Continue reading →

Climate Change Impacts on Public Health: Perspectives for Arab World

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Climate change is not only affecting the economies of Arab world but also having detrimental impacts on the very fabric of society, through threats to public health and livelihoods. Climate change in the Arab world is also exacerbating social inequalities, hitting the rural poor the hardest. This is not a reason for complacency amongst the wealthy urban classes. Basic humanitarianism aside, history suggests that physical hardships can breed wider unrest: a body of evidence suggests that poor harvests caused by a major Icelandic volcanic ash cloud in 1783 triggered no less an event that the French Revolution. Extreme weather events … Continue reading →

Energy Efficiency Implementation in GCC’s Residential Sector: Actions and Technical Requirements

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The huge existing stock of residential units in the GCC region, and the expected growth in residential construction projects, convey different challenges at the time of energy efficiency implementation. New developments require the definition and the enforcement of standards to be included at the design process; while owners and users of existing units require motivation and financial strategies to implement different levels of energy efficiency actions. A set of actions and requirements have been identified to improve energy efficiency in residential buildings, these include core management actions and specific technical requirements; and are defined for new developments and for already … Continue reading →

المبيدات الزراعية الكيماوية

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عمل الإنسان منذ عصور قديمة على إفساد البيئة التي يعيش فيها وأخل بتوازنها وجلب لنفسه مخاطر ومشاكل عديدة لم يقدر على تحملها ، من جراء كثرة الملوثات مثل نفايات المصانع والمنازل والمزارع ومخلفات المدن والمواد البلاستيكية ووسائل النقل والمبيدات والأسمدة …وتعتبر المبيدات الزراعية من أهم وأخطر ملوثات البيئة فهي مواد كيميائية سامة تستخدم لمكافحة الآفات وتؤثرعلى العمليات الحيوية للعديد من الكائنات الحية ، وهي أيضاً سامة للإنسان والحيوان. وقد أحدث الإنسان تغييراً في التوازن البيئي في مناطق عديدة، بإستغلاله لها واستثماره لأرضها، فعدد الحيوانات التي تعيش في المناطق إنقرضت بسبب الإخلال في التوازن، وأصبح يتزايد على نطاقات واسعة، وهذا السبب … Continue reading →

كيف يتغير سعر البيتكوين مقابل الدولار وأين يتجه في المستقبل

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شهدت البيتكوين تطورًا كبيرًا منذ إطلاقها عام 2009، حيث أصبحت واحدة من أكثر الأصول الرقمية جذبًا للمستثمرين والمضاربين. ومع تزايد الاهتمام العالمي بالعملات الرقمية، أصبح قياس سعر البيتكوين مقابل الدولار مؤشرًا رئيسيًا لحالة السوق واتجاهاته المستقبلية. فلا يكاد يمر يوم دون أن يتابع المستثمرون والمتداولون التقلبات السعرية للبيتكوين، التي قد تشهد ارتفاعات وانخفاضات حادة خلال فترات قصيرة. لكن ما الذي يحدد قيمة هذه العملة؟ ولماذا تُقاس بالدولار الأمريكي؟ وما التوقعات المستقبلية لمكانتها في النظام المالي العالمي؟ لماذا يقاس البيتكوين بالدولار الأمريكي؟ رغم أن البيتكوين عملة لا مركزية وغير مرتبطة بأي حكومة أو بنك مركزي، إلا أن قيمتها غالبًا ما يتم … Continue reading →

The Role of Transformative Green Hotels in Sustainable Tourism

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The global tourism industry is significantly shifting towards sustainability, driven by rising environmental awareness and a demand for responsible travel. Hotels, as significant components of the tourism ecosystem, are at the forefront of this transformation. The recent opening of IHG’s voco Zeal Exeter Science Park in the UK marks a pivotal moment, showcasing the potential of net-zero carbon operations in hospitality. This groundbreaking hotel, powered entirely by renewable energy and designed with sustainable materials, sets a new model for eco-conscious accommodations. As travelers become more environmentally conscious, integrating green infrastructure and sustainable practices into hotel design and operations is not … Continue reading →

Microplastics – A Threat to Food Production at the Base Level of Photosynthesis

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Microplastics are everywhere and we need to know the impacts of these tiny plastic particles. These tiny particles are in our water, our food, in the air, in the soil, in the plants. Everywhere is anywhere and anywhere is everywhere. What are microplastics? Broken down plastic objects and items that are randomly discarded or disposed of in approved manner. The plastic particles are less than 5 millimeters requiring a microscope to view the particles. Even smaller particles are referred to as nanoplastics. Because the globe is so ensconced in the use of plastics domestically, in industry, medical equipment and applications, … Continue reading →

Future of Smart Sustainable Cities in the Middle East: Case Studies from NEOM and Masdar City

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The techno-urban phenomenon we now call a smart city became widespread in the 2010s. Many metropolises worldwide have risen to the challenge of several interconnected global shifts, driving new developments that set the latest benchmarks for truly smart and sustainable living. However, some cities go beyond merely meeting expectations — they redefine them. NEOM and Masdar City in the Middle East are among the most ambitious pioneers, reshaping urban living through intelligent design aimed at minimizing the negative impacts of modern cities while creating ideal model communities for the future. Redefining Urban Movement Today, traffic congestion is worsening in the … Continue reading →

Solar Inverter 101: A Comprehensive Guide to Solar Inverters

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In recent years, climate change and environmental degradation have called for a large-scale shift to clean and renewable energy sources, particularly solar power, across India. As a result, today, solar power systems are being installed in industries, factories, workplaces, households, and public places. If you’re also planning to switch to solar energy, first, it is important to understand all the essential elements of solar power systems. And one such key component is a solar inverter which this comprehensive guide will discuss, so keep reading to know more! What is a Solar Inverter? As we discussed, a solar inverter is a … Continue reading →

Alimenter les écoles à l’énergie solaire: investir dans l’éducation et l’environnement de façon éclairée

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L’énergie renouvelable s’est largement intégrée au mix énergétique mondial, et on assiste à un virage vers des sources d’alimentation pour maisons et commerces plus propres et plus fiables. L’énergie solaire, notamment, est en première ligne de la révolution renouvelable, à travers les panneaux solaires pour toit et les technologies subséquentes disponibles partout, que ce soit votre domicile, votre lieu de travail ou votre établissement d’enseignement. Les écoles du pays ont vite compris qu’il était essentiel d’adopter l’énergie solaire afin de réduire leur empreinte carbone, de réaliser des économies et de fournir des conditions d’apprentissage optimales. Voici pourquoi il est pertinent … Continue reading →

Trash Talk from Doha

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On arriving a few years ago from a town in the UK that boasts a university course in waste management, and a very efficient weekly recyclable waste collection from our houses, I was a bit shocked, like many Europeans by how difficult it was to recycle in Doha. Having had the moral obligation to recycle drummed into me since I was quite young, I felt guilty throwing away all my waste into one bin, destined to fill up a huge smelly hole in the desert, where it would take a long time, if not forever to biodegrade. The Real Picture … Continue reading →

How Low-Carb Eating Helps You Lose Weight and Save the Planet

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In recent years, low-carbohydrate diets have gained popularity primarily for their weight loss benefits. However, what many people don’t realize is that reducing carbohydrate consumption can also have significant positive impacts on the environment. This dual benefit makes low-carb eating an attractive option for those concerned about both personal health and ecological sustainability. Low Carb Diets and Weight Loss Connection Low-carb diets work by reducing insulin levels in the body. When you consume fewer carbohydrates, especially refined ones like white bread, pasta, and sugar, your body produces less insulin. With lower insulin levels, your body more easily accesses stored fat … Continue reading →