From the world's first-of-its-kind initiative zero-carbon force to eco-friendly bullets, the Dubai Police has showcased 12 green projects at COP28, as part of its commitment to zero emissions by 2030.
The force syncs with Dubai's vision of establishing a green economy and promoting sustainable development, top officers highlighted, adding that it aims to implement sustainable practices and introduce innovative initiatives within the security and policing sector.
It also included the iServe project, which focuses on sustainable transportation and clean energy and the Wastewater-Based Epidemiological Monitoring initiative that analyses data and information obtained from the sewage system as early indicators of infectious diseases.
Dubai's Resilient Programme, aimed at bolstering the city's capacity to anticipate and address risks, particularly those associated with climate change, future threats, emergencies, and crises also forms
The projects also included an eco-friendly smart boat (Haddad), Carbon Footprint Tracking for Crime prevention, Sustainable Disposal methods for explosives and Smart Stable, among others.
An earthquake measuring 2.9 on the Richter scale was recorded in the southern Musandam region early Sunday morning, according to the National Seismic Network at the UAE’s National Centre of Meteorology (NCM).
Reem Al Hashimy, Minister of State for International Cooperation, has welcomed the United Nations’ assessment mission to El Fasher as an important step toward restoring humanitarian access for civilians who have endured months of siege and deprivation.
Sharjah Airport has said it is fully prepared for a surge in passenger traffic during the winter holiday period after introducing operational measures to improve passenger flow and maintain service standards.
A humanitarian aid convoy provided by the UAE's Saqr bin Mohammed Al Qasimi Foundation for Charity and Humanitarian Work has entered the Gaza Strip under Operation Chivalrous Knight 3, carrying vital therapeutic and preventive supplies for children and women.
Dubai Police have taken firm action against 90 individuals for riding electric bikes in a reckless and dangerous manner on sports tracks and dedicated scooter lanes at Kite Beach.