Environment and Climate

Water stress worsens food insecurity crisis in Arab states
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Water stress and scarcity have increased food insecurity in the Middle East and North Africa region. The climate crisis has affected rainfall patterns, resulting in drier conditions. Sustainable governance is needed to ensure water is rationalised.
Morocco, Libya disasters offer hope of climate reconciliation
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The twin horrors of Morocco's earthquake and Libya's floods are a reminder that extreme weather caused by climate change is the new normal in the MENA region. Without constant, transnational monitoring, isolated incompetence will make things worse.
Storms and floods attack Arab coasts, Libya is no exception
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A tsunami-sized flash flood has wreaked devastation in Libya, leaving parts of coastal cities completely submerged. The New Arab spoke to environmental experts about the floods, how to mitigate damage, and why other countries in MENA are at risk.
Oman's 'smart city' is a model for sustainable development
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Oman continues its commendable track record in environmental protection with the proposal of a smart city, Sultan Haitham City. The plan promises minimal ecological footprint, a focus on renewable energy, and innovative methods of sustainability.
A Syrian man inspects a scorched area in the aftermath of a forest fire which ravaged swathes of land in the countryside of the western city of Tartus
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Arid climates, deforestation, and urbanisation have each aggravated the risk of wildfires in the MENA region. Countries have scrambled to find strategies to mitigate this, however, without resources, they remain at the mercy of the climate crisis.
Daily life continues as temparature reach 50 centigrade in Baghdad, Iraq on August 12, 2023
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Countries across the MENA are facing temperatures of up to 50°C. Increased energy prices, power cuts, and limited infrastructure have made living conditions intolerable, with renewable energy investment seemingly the only solution to regional woes.
Garbage collected by the SWIM-Initiative in Akkar, North of Lebanon. Photo: Lisa Sofian, SWIM-Initiative
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“We believe that substantial changes can happen from within, through small steps and strong beliefs” – The waste crisis in Lebanon and the SWIM Initiative.
Scorching temperatures destroys Tunisia's natural resources
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The climate crisis has decimated Tunisia's natural resources. Wildfires are now common and ever-rising temperatures threaten increased incidents of drought. Tunisia's farmers fear the worst.
A call for Action: Revitalizing Lebanon’s Waste Management
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“Good composting is like making good wine” – an environmental engineer revolutionizes waste management in Lebanon.
Morocco
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Communal collaboration has sprouted an innovative solution to Morocco's water scarcity. Ait Baamrane's unique geography has enabled a fog harvesting system to provide the town's residents with fresh water at minimal cost or maintenance upkeep.