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Bloom Properties to Showcase Diversified Project Portfolio at Cityscape Abu Dhabi 2019

Bloom Properties, a Bloom Holding business specializing in the development of integrated and sustainable communities, is gearing up to participate in Cityscape Abu Dhabi 2019.

The 13th edition of the leading annual real estate exhibition in the UAE capital will run at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) from April 16 to 18, 2019.

Ministry of Climate Change and Environment and Fujairah Adventures Launches Fujairah Cultured Coral Reef Gardens

The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) today launched the Fujairah Cultured Coral Reef Gardens, the largest project of its kind in the UAE, in collaboration with Fujairah Municipality, Dibba Fujairah Municipality and the Fujairah Adventures. In line with the Ministry’s strategy to protect the UAE’s biodiversity and ensure its sustainability, the project is set to include the cultivation of 1.5 million coral reef colonies over the next five years.

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EAD Establishes Green Business Network to Promote Environmental Sustainability in the Workplace

The Environment Agency - Abu Dhabi (EAD) has launched the Green Business Network - a platform for public and private sector organisations in Abu Dhabi to learn, promote and share environmentally-friendly practices in the workplace. The initiative aims to empower large corporations and small to medium size enterprises to make a greater collective contribution to the emirate’s sustainable development plans.

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Abu Dhabi Fund for Development Allocates US$80 Million for Water Sector Project in Argentina

Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD), the leading national entity for international development aid, today approved US$80 million (AED294 million) in funding to contribute to the economic development of Argentina through supporting a project to fortify the water sector in the province of Santa Fe.

Environment Business Council Holds First Meeting of 2019 with Focus on Ecotourism

His Excellency Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Climate Change and Environment, chaired the first meeting of the Environment Business Council in 2019. The event took place at the headquarters of the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) in Dubai under the theme ‘Ecotourism – Economic Opportunities to Preserve the Environment’.

The meeting drew the participation of government officials as well as several major tourism players in the UAE.

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LinkedIn Launches Second Wave of In It Together Campaign, Survey Highlights Social Media Habits of UAE Residents

The majority of Generation C (the connected consumer who integrates technology into their daily routine)  respondents in the UAE believe that an outstanding resume, having a connection in the industry or company through family, friends or networking is advantageous when applying for a new job, revealed a new LinkedIn survey. This comes as part of the second wave of the In It Together campaign which celebrates LinkedIn members across the world, their motivations, ambitions and drive.

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Newest La Rive residential units sold out in under 24 hours

Before the day that saw the launch of La Rive’s fourth residential building was out, every unit had been sold out, Meraas confirmed today.

Meraas’ waterfront project based at Port De La Mer – the first freehold master community in Dubai’s elite Jumeriah area – witnessed an immediate and staggering level of investor interest in the high-end, off-plan projects. Within 24 hours of the launch, the point was clear: investor confidence and interest in Dubai’s pioneering developments is very much alive and kicking.

Dubai Islamic Economy Development Centre Reviews Progress of 2018 Initiatives, Approves Action Plan for 2019

The Dubai Islamic Economy Development Centre (DIEDC) held its first board meeting of 2019 that reviewed the progress of strategic initiatives made in 2018 and also examined the Centre’s action plan for 2019. Chaired by His Excellency Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansouri, Minister of Economy and Chairman of DIEDC, the meeting convened all members of the Centre’s board.

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UAE Minister of Climate Change and Environment Reiterates Nation’s Commitment to Robust Climate Action

During his participation in the High-Level Meeting on Climate and Sustainable Development for All, convened by María Fernanda Espinosa, President of the United Nations General Assembly in New York, His Excellency Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of Climate Change and Environment, reiterated the country’s green commitment and support for ambitious and innovative global climate action.

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