All posts tagged "sustainability"
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ConstructionEmiratesGBC outlines 2018 priorities to promote sustainable development
The Emirates Green Building Council (EmiratesGBC) has chosen nine priority areas that will govern its activities in 2018. The independent councils’ board...
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ConstructionAbu Dhabi to build world’s largest desalination plant
Abu Dhabi Water and Electricity Authority (ADWEA) plans to invest $1.2bn into the construction of the world’s largest water desalination plant. The...
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InfrastructureMasdar pilot proves solar-powered desalination can be commercially-viable
Masdar says the results of its Renewable Energy Desalination Pilot Programme in Ghantoot, reveal that solar energy-driven seawater desalination using reverse osmosis...
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ConstructionSamsung launches Wind-Free air-conditioner at HVACR Expo Saudi
Samsung has unveiled the world’s first “Wind-Free” wall-mounted air-conditioner at the HVACR Expo Saudi in Jeddah. According to the manufacturer, the...
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ConstructionSiemens to showcase digitalisation and sustainability at WFES
Siemens will demonstrate a portfolio of products and services at the 11th edition of the World Future Energy Summit (WFES) that aim...
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ConsultantPetroleum Development Oman opens tender for 100MW solar plant
O&G exploration and development firm Petroleum Development Oman (PDO) has invited companies to participate in a competitive tender for a 100MW solar...
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FeaturesGoing green: Sustainable construction in the Middle East
Sustainability in the built environment space has gathered a lot of steam in recent years, and it’s easy to see why. According...
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SustainabilityKhaled Bushnaq appointed regional chair of WorldGBC’s MENA network
The Emirates Green Building Council’s (EmiratesGBC) Khaled Bushnaq has been appointed regional chair of the MENA network of the World Green Building...
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SustainabilityUN under-secretary general discusses urban sustainability with Abu Dhabi UPC
Rapid urbanisation and its impact on communities, cities, economies, climate change and policies were discussed, when Dr. Joan Clos, under-secretary general at...
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PropertySharjah’s Nasma Residences developed with sustainability in mind
Sustainability was one of the crucial elements in the design plans for Sharjah’s Nasma Residences, according to Elie Mrad, head of architecture...