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Environment Ministry finds 20 illegally possessed animals in Al-Ahram
Egypt is one of the transit countries for illegal wildlife trafficking
Ministry of Environment, WB address air pollution management in Cairo
The project supports the state’s plan for gradual transformation to electric transport
Videos showing blue whales in North Coast likely to be fabricated, Environment Ministry
Whale sounds at such a low frequencies that humans can barely hear
Embassies of Chile and Spain organise an event at the Cervantes Institute on the occasion of COP25 in Madrid, under the presidency of Chile
UN COP 25 is taking place in Madrid, Spain from 2 to 13 December 2019. Countries will negotiate more ambitious plans to limit global warming to 1.5°C, in line with the Paris Agreement.
Egypt’s Environment Minister stresses Africa’s rights to development, climate finance
“It is time for developed countries to fulfil their obligations towards Africa,” says Fouad
Egypt advances four ranks on CCPI 2019
Major environmental projects contributed to this achievement
Environment Minister, World Bank discuss preparations of new programme on combating air pollution
The ministry has taken a number of measures to reduce pollution rates: minister of environment
Environment Ministry completes 1st phase of interactive climate change map
Map is designed to illustrate current, expected impact of climate change in Egypt
UN committed to promote a workplace free of single-use plastics: UN Resident Coordinator
Commemoration of UN’s 74th anniversary included cleaning parts of the Nile
Environment Ministry allocates $5m for companies to reduce ozone- depleting substances
Funds target refrigeration, air conditioning companies
Ministry of Environment has a plan for “black clouds season”
Plan includes coordination with Ministry of Agriculture to collect and recycle rice straw
Ministers of environment, local development, discuss new waste management system
Fouad stressed importance of supporting youth initiatives
Honeybees infect wild bumblebees through shared flowers
Domestic beehives linked to spike in viral infections in nearby bumblebee populations, says study
Climate change increases risk of armed conflicts
Climate affects drivers of conflict, such as socioeconomic development or inequalities among groups
US billionaires call for new ‘wealth tax’ to fight climate change
Twenty of wealthiest people in US urged next president to impose taxes on rich to combat climate change, increase access to health care
Egypt’s Environment Minister, Italian ambassador discuss boosting bilateral cooperation
Cantini invited Fouad to take part in Ecomondo 2019
Environment Minister highlights Egypt’s efforts to combat climate change
Yasmine Fouad discussed climate change, marine plastic pollution, waste management with WB delegate
Denmark embassy organises 1st Nile clean-up event with Environment Ministry
Achieving UN SDGs is common goal shared by Egypt, Denmark, says ambassador
Hurghada starts banning single plastic bags use
Large number of alternative bags distributed to citizens in order to use instead, explaining effect of plastic waste on sea life creatures
The plastic crisis isn't just ugly — it's fueling global warming
Plastic, as we know, is everywhere. In waterways, in animals, even in our food. As if that isn’t bad enough, a new report shows it’s also accelerating global warming. Stopping climate change also means curbing plastic.People are more aware than ever that plastic — one of the most ubiquitous products in the global economy — …
Can artificial intelligence in the energy sector help solve the climate crisis?
Artificial intelligence conjures fears of job loss and privacy concerns — not to mention sci-fi dystopias. But machine learning can also help us save energy and make renewables better.Artificial intelligence (AI) is infiltrating every corner of our lives. Video streaming services use it to learn our tastes and suggest what we might like to watch …
Environment Minister stresses need for raising G7 commitment to conserve biodiversity
Fouad held series of bilateral meetings with counterparts during G7 meeting in France
Minister of Environment heads to France for G7 meetings
Fouad is current president of 14th Conference of Parties of Convention on Biological Diversity
A German village goes it alone on climate protection
In Germany, villages and towns are leading the pack in the climate change fight. One motivated mayor has set up a store stocked with regional produce to help cut emissions. But going local isn’t as easy as it sounds.The local grocery store in Grafenaschau looks like most other buildings in the tiny Bavarian village. It …
Abdel Aty launches 2nd CWW under ‘Responding to Water Scarcity’ theme
Water sector top priority for both EU, Egypt, says EU ambassador
Irrigation Ministry, EU hold preparatory meeting for 2nd CWW
CWW will be held in October under ‘Responding to Water Scarcity’ theme
How to make the world affordably carbon-free
If the world is to quit coal and gas for renewable energy souces, they have to be reliable and affordable. Is that realistic? Researchers have crunched the numbers and come up with some surprising answers.How much sun and wind is available in different areas of the world? How high is the energy demand? How do …
In Belize, farmers turn away from slash and burn agriculture
Small farmers around the world burn woodlands to create fertile fields, releasing vast amounts of CO2 into the atmosphere. In Belize, one project wants to move farmers away from this old method toward greener pastures.Project goal: Supporting small farms to become more sustainable and to replace old, polluting machinery Project implementation: Farmers are learning environmentally …
Russia's 'whale jail': Why 100 marine mammals are trapped in captivity
A hundred whales are being kept in a “whale jail” in icy Russia waters. Environmental groups and celebrities such as Leonardo DiCaprio are calling for their release. But their fate remains uncertain.When 90 beluga whales and 11 orcas were captured in Russian waters about six months ago, largely destined, so the story went for Chinese …
As Germany phases out coal, villages still forced to make way for mining
The end is in sight for coal energy in Germany. And yet, entire villages are still being razed to make room for expanding coal mines, with residents protesting in vain. Does resettlement still make sense?This end of the village of Immerath is peaceful, with birds chirping in the gables of empty houses. But off in …