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MSD, EPSF team up to launch “Green Roots” initiative to enhance environmental sustainability in Egypt

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”MSD, a leading pharmaceutical company, announced teaming up with the Egyptian Pharmaceutical Students’ Federation (EPSF) launch of the first phase of the “Green Roots” initiative which aims to enhance environmental sustainability and public health by expanding green spaces through planting trees Dr. Hazem Abdel Samie, General Manager of MSD Egypt ,stated that the “Green Roots”
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C3S: 2024 likely to be hottest on record over string of record temperature

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”The Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S) said the string of record temperatures is increasing the likelihood of 2024 being the hottest year on record. According to Samantha Burgess, Deputy Director of the Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S), said “During the past three months of 2024, the globe has experienced the hottest June and August, the hottest
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UNEP: Nearly four in five people in Africa exposed to household air pollution of cooking smoke

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”Nearly four in five people in Africa are exposed to household air pollution of cooking smoke. That is part of a larger air pollution crisis, according to the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). Worldwide, nearly one in three people cook on inefficient stoves or over open fires, breathing in harmful smoke from so-called solid fuels such as wood, charcoal
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Andersen identifies three ways for Africa to deliver SDGs-related solutions

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”Executive Director of the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP) Inger Andersen identified three ways for Africa to deliver solutions related to meeting the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), especially in the area of protecting and restoring land.  Andersen made the remarks during the 10th Special Session of the African Ministerial Conference on the Environment. The first
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CCAC’s platform to help cities meet WHO Air Quality Guidelines

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”The Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC) has launched an Air Quality Management Exchange Platform (AQMx) designed to help air quality professionals everywhere tackle air pollution. The platform is a one-stop-shop that provides the latest air quality management guidance and tools proposed to meet WHO Air Quality Guidelines interim targets. Air pollution knows no borders, and with 99 percent of the global population
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Forbes Int’l Tower in Egypt to be 1st world skyscraper to register for ILFI Zero Carbon Certificate 

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”Forbes International Tower due to be set in Egypt’s New Administrative Capital will become the first skyscraper in the world to register for Zero Carbon Certificate from the International Living Future Institute. The tower – to be implemented under a partnership between Magnom Properties and Forbes – is planned to be net-zero carbon footprint building with
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Study: Carbon footprint of open-heart surgery 4.9 times greater than coronary stent operation

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”A study found out that in Australia, the carbon footprint of a patient with two blocked heart vessels going to hospital for elective open-heart surgery was 4.9 times greater than a patient receiving a coronary stent (a tube used to keep open a blood vessel). A team of researchers at the University of Sydney, including
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42% of children in London switch from car to walking, cycling to school

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”About 4 in 10 (42%) children in London switched from travelling by car to walking, cycling or public transport following the introduction of the Ultra-Low Emission Zone (ULEZ), according to a study. The study was conducted by a team of researchers at the University of Cambridge and Queen Mary University of London to examine the
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Africa gets lion’s share of 13 climate contribution projects of 2024 Paris Games

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”Africa has got the lion’s share of climate contribution projects of the 2024 Paris Olympic and Paralympic Games as seven out of 13 projects are implemented in Africa. The seven projects in Africa are implemented in Senegal, Kenya, Rwanda, Nigeria and Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Two projects are implemented in Senegal; Sakal Solar Farm
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Egypt, UNDP, USAID, GFCR team up to protect Red Sea’s coral reef, marine life

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”The Egyptian Ministry of Environment has teamed up with the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) in Egypt, the Global Fund for Coral Reefs (GFCR), and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) to launch the Egyptian Red Sea Initiative aiming to protect and sustain the Red Sea’s vital coral reef and marine life. The
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Unilever cuts its virgin plastic use by 18%, ups use of recycled plastic to 22%

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”Unilever has managed to reduce its virgin plastic use by 18% against a 2019 baseline and increased its use of recycled plastic to 22% of our global portfolio.  Unilever has trialed a variety of reuse and refill models around the world as the company’s ambition is an end to plastic pollution through reduction, circulation and
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Report: Climate-related hazards cause African countries to lose 2%–5% of their GDP annually

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”Climate-related hazards cause African countries to lose 2%–5% of their gross domestic product (GDP) annually, according to State of the Climate in Africa 2023 Report. In sub-Saharan Africa, it is estimated that climate adaptation will cost $ 30 billion to $ 50 billion per year over the next decade, 2%–3% of the regional GDP. By
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Kenyan driver cuts fuel by 20% by adopting fuel-efficient driving

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”Kenyan truck driver Salim Awadh managed to use about 20 percent less fuel than he once did by adopting fuel-efficient driving. This has helped Awadh to save money and cut down on the tailpipe emissions spewing from his 22-wheeled truck.  “Our driving skills are continuously improving, which boosts our income,” said Awadh.   Awadh attended a
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“Invest in Clean Air Now” ..Air pollution estimated to cost global economy $ 8.1 tn

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”The world will mark the “International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies” on September 7 under the theme of “Invest in Clean Air Now” as air pollution is estimated to cost global economy $ 8.1 trillion per year, equivalent to 6.1% of the global GDP due to increased healthcare costs. If the world acts
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Two brands of Nestlé introduce paper packaging to cut up to 90% plastic use

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”Two brands of Nestlé have introduced paper packaging to cut up to 90 percent of plastic packaging. Recently, Nestlé introduced paperboard canisters for its Vital Proteins brand in the United States. This packaging material and design change results in a 90% plastic reduction from previous packaging. Developed by experts at the R&D center for Nestlé Health Science in Bridgewater,
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GCF approves $151 m to address climate vulnerability in Horn of Africa

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”The Green Climate Fund (GCF) has decided earmarking $151 million for a major resilience program – supported by the African Development Bank – to address climate vulnerability in the Horn of Africa. The financing will support the Bank Group’s “Building Climate Resilience for Food and Livelihoods in the Horn of Africa program,” benefiting 4.6 million people across
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Foodics Folks Initiative offers training for youths in F&B industry under CSR

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”Foodics, the leading provider of restaurant management and financial tech solutions in the MENA region, has launched the Foodics Folks Initiative to offer training for youth to enhance job opportunities for youth in the F&B industry under its social responsibility (CSR). Foodics Folks initiative demonstrates the company’s genuine interest in increasing its involvement in social
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Crédit Agricole Egypt to support environmental projects led by UFE students

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”Crédit Agricole Egypt (CAE) and the French University in Egypt (UFE) will consider supporting the environmental projects led by UFE students upon assessment, particularly through the Enactus, which is a global network aimed at empowering young individuals to enact positive entrepreneurial change in their communities, thus fostering a lasting impact on both people and the
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Over 70 students of Stanford School pursue better understanding of climate, society

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”More than 70 undergraduate students engaged in summer research to develop new skills and deepen their understanding of Earth, climate, and society. Through five programs part of the Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability, undergraduates explored sustainability-related issues in disciplines ranging from energy and civil engineering to oceans and social sciences. The five programs include Mentoring Undergraduates in
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Egypt’s NBE’s Touch Card promotes financial inclusion for visually impaired customers

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”The National Bank of Egypt (NBE), in collaboration with Mastercard, has unveiled the Touch Card, a groundbreaking payment solution designed to empower customers with visual impairments. The launch event was attended by Dr. Maya Morsy, Egyptian Minister of Social Solidarity, Hisham Okasha, Executive Chairman at NBE, Dalia El Baz, Deputy Chairman at NBE, Adam Jones,
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Report: 34 hydrometeorological hazard events in 2023 impacted 25 million people

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”The South-West Pacific region is extremely prone to disasters associated with hydrometeorological hazards, especially storms and floods. Overall, 34 reported hydrometeorological hazard events in 2023 led to over 200 fatalities and impacted more than 25 million people. About 34 reported hydrometeorological hazard events in 2023 – most of them storm or flood related – led
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IMF: Crypto mining, data centers now account for 1% of global emissions

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”Crypto mining and data centers now account for nearly 1 percent of global emissions, and their footprint is growing, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF). A recent IMF working paper found that crypto mining could generate 0.7 percent of global carbon dioxide emissions by 2027. Crypto mining and data centers together accounted for 2 percent
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EIB allocates €5 bn for clean energy, water, forestry

 

Read More     The European Investment Bank (EIB) announced allocating €5 billion for clean energy, water and forestry; €2.6 billion for corporate innovation and business financing; €3.1 billion for health, housing and education; and €137 million for sustainable transport and better communications. EIB President Nadia Calviño said “Today´s Board had a strong focus on reinforcing Europe´s strategic autonomy,
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EIB allocates €5 bn for clean energy, water, forestry

 

Read More     The European Investment Bank (EIB) announced allocating €5 billion for clean energy, water and forestry; €2.6 billion for corporate innovation and business financing; €3.1 billion for health, housing and education; and €137 million for sustainable transport and better communications. EIB President Nadia Calviño said “Today´s Board had a strong focus on reinforcing Europe´s strategic autonomy,
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EIB allocates €5 bn for clean energy, water, forestry

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”The European Investment Bank (EIB) announced allocating €5 billion for clean energy, water and forestry; €2.6 billion for corporate innovation and business financing; €3.1 billion for health, housing and education; and €137 million for sustainable transport and better communications. EIB President Nadia Calviño said “Today´s Board had a strong focus on reinforcing Europe´s strategic autonomy,
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River flow decreased in 402 basins worldwide over climate change, land use – reports

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”River flow has decreased in 402 basins worldwide – a fivefold increase since 2000 – over climate change and land use. A much smaller number is gaining in river flow. This came in the findings of three reports tracking progress on freshwater, published by UN-Water and the UN Environment Program (UNEP). A reported 90 countries,
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CIB sponsors first-ever Diamond Tier Squash Tournament in Cairo

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”First-ever Diamond Tier Squash Tournament, powered by Commercial International Bank (CIB), , is set to take place in Cairo’s O West on August 30 till September 6 under the patronage of the Ministries of Youth and Sports and Tourism. The tournament features 48 male and 48 female players from 25 countries. With 64 players in
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Study: 63 effective identified policies would close emissions gap by 26%-41%

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”A recent study said 63 effective identified policies would close the emissions gap by 26%-41%, a significant contribution to meeting Paris Targets. Across four sectors, 41 countries, two decades and 1,500 policies, only 63 successful policy interventions with large effects were identified, which reduced total emissions between 0.6 and 1.8 Gt CO2. The study- led
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Samsung secures 250,000 tons of carbon credits through agroforestry, mangrove projects

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”Samsung Electronics managed to secure a total of 250,000 tons of carbon credits through agroforestry and mangrove projects in India and Indonesia, according to the company’s 2024 Sustainability Report. Samsung is especially focusing on reduction projects that not only reduce GHG emissions but also improve the quality of life and income levels of the local
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L’Oréal Egypt partners with Baheya Foundation to support cancer patients

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”L’Oréal Egypt through its international brand La Roche Posay has engaged in partnership with Baheya Foundation to launch the “Fight with Care” program which is dedicated to supporting women undergoing cancer treatment, offering them a holistic approach that combines psychological, emotional, and physical care. Baheya Foundation has been unwavering in its dedication to women suffering
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Egypt’s Mohieldin joins Global Ambassadors to Race to Zero, Race to Resilience campaigns

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”Egypt’s Mahmoud Mohieldin, the UN Special Envoy on Financing the 2030 Agenda, and Dr. Johan Rockström, Director of the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research, have been named as Global Ambassadors to the Race to Zero and Race to Resilience campaigns. Rockstrom and Mohieldin, the latter also UN Climate Change High-Level Champion for the 27th
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Denmark sixth-largest benefactor of UNEP Environment Fund with $7.2 m allocated in 2023

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”Denmark is the sixth-largest benefactor of the Environment Fund of the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP), providing $7.2 million in 2023. Denmark’s support for the Environment Fund has increased 50 percent over the last few years.  Denmark is committed to helping the world’s developing countries adapt to climate change, leverage renewable energy, safeguard nature, rein in
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Report: GHG concentrations, global temperatures reach record highs in 2023

 

Read More     [[{“value”:”Greenhouse gas (GHG) concentrations, the global temperature across land and the ocean, global sea level and ocean heat content all reached record highs in 2023, according to the 34th annual State of the Climate report. The international annual review of the world’s climate, led by scientists from NOAA’s National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI) and
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