UAE’s EmiratesGBC launches guidelines for retrofitting buildings

The Emirates Green Building Council (EmiratesGBC) had published guidelines for retrofitting existing buildings, to serve as a guide for industry professionals and building...

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Qatar Foundation orders 19 sustainable trams

Qatar Foundation has placed an order for 19 energy efficient Avenio trams to run on the 11.5km Doha tram network when it...

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Oman’s MEDC to advise developers on eco-friendly tech, designs

Developers in Oman have been urged by the Muscat Electricity Distribution Company (MEDC) to incorporate energy-efficient technologies and environment-friendly construction designs. As...

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Plans to build eco-friendly town in Bahrain revealed

The Bahraini government has unveiled plans to build the kingdom’s first eco-friendly town. The ‘green town’ project will include government houses, schools,...