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As the Gulf region continues its rapid development, while simultaneously addressing the imperative of sustainable growth, the relentless demand for cooling stands as the single largest energy consumer, accounting for an astonishing 60-70% of total building energy use. Recognizing this critical challenge and opportunity, LG Electronics (LG) is proud to position itself not merely as an […] The post POWERING A NET-ZERO FUTURE: HOW LG’S CHILLER AND VRF SOLUTIONS REDEFINE COOLING IN EXTREME CLIMATES appeared first on Web-Release.

The Cli-Health Program (CHP) at the Global Health Institute (GHI) at the American University of Beirut (AUB) convened senior policymakers, academic leaders, health professionals, civil society representatives, and technology experts for a high-level dialogue on strengthening climate-resilient health systems across the MENA region. Held at AUB, the event marked the official launch of GHI’s new […] The post AUB Global Health Institute Launches Online Certificate in Climate Change and Health appeared first on Web-Release.

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is bolstering value chains in the agribusiness sectors of two west African countries, providing a €70 million loan to Valency International. The EBRD funds will help Valency International to meet its working capital needs, enabling the procurement of cashew, soya beans, cocoa and sesame in Côte d’Ivoire and Nigeria for processing and […] The post EBRD bolsters agriculture sectors of Côte d’Ivoire and Nigeria appeared first on Web-Release.

At the high-level event Bridging Action Agendas from COP16 to COP30: Strengthening Synergies Across Land, Climate, and Nature, the UNCCD COP16 Presidency and UNFCCC COP30 Presidency convened leaders from government, international organisations, science, youth, cities, Indigenous Peoples and civil society. The five Presidencies of the Rio Conventions, including the UNFCCC COP30, CBD COP16, CBD COP17, […] The post UNCCD COP16 Presidency Highlights Strengthened Synergies on Land, Climate and Nature at COP30 High-Level Event appeared first on Web-Release.

EBRD provides a US$ 20 million financing package to ALEXBANK in Egypt Financing to be extended under the Green Economy Financing Facility II EU-funded technical cooperation package to expand green lending for local households and MSMEs to invest in climate technologies and services The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is extending a US$ 20 million […] The post EBRD and ALEXBANK boost green finance in Egypt appeared first on Web-Release.

On 1 December, Dr. Hussain Khansaheb, a UAE national and a marine engineer with nearly two decades of experience, is set to join Ice Station 2025, an expedition by 2041 Foundation. Led by world-renowned polar explorer and climate advocate, Robert Swan OBE, the first person to walk to both the North and South Poles, this […] The post Countdown Begins: UAE National Joins Landmark Antarctic Expedition for Climate Action this December appeared first on Web-Release.

At the high-level event Bridging Action Agendas from COP16 to COP30: Strengthening Synergies Across Land, Climate, and Nature, the UNCCD COP16 Presidency and UNFCCC COP30 Presidency convened leaders from government, international organisations, science, youth, cities, Indigenous Peoples and civil society. The five Presidencies of the Rio Conventions, including the UNFCCC COP30, CBD COP16, CBD COP17, […] The post UNCCD COP16 Presidency Highlights Strengthened Synergies on Land, Climate and Nature at COP30 High-Level Event appeared first on Web-Release.