Dubai Police takes action against 18 suspects over illegal waste disposal

The cases were uncovered during the first half of 2026 by the Environmental Crimes Section of Dubai Police’s Economic Crimes Department, in cooperation with Dubai Municipality and the Dubai Environment and Climate Change Authority.

Recycling industry calls for elimination of PSIC requirement as scrap imports face mounting disruption

Speaking to Waste & Recycling magazine, Ehsan Gadawala argues that the overseas inspection regime is impractical at the scale of India’s recycling trade and is creating unnecessary costs, delays and uncertainty for legitimate importers. India should instead conduct inspection and scanning at its own ports, he says.

Majid Al Futtaim, Nestlé, and Sparklo join forces to expand smart in-store recycling

Through the collaboration, AI-powered Reverse Vending Machines (RVMs) will be installed at selected Carrefour stores across the UAE.

Dubai Municipality launches Existing Buildings Greening Guide to enhance sustainability and resource efficiency

The guidance focuses on improving resource efficiency by reducing energy and water consumption and limiting demand on natural resources. It also supports reductions in carbon emissions and operational waste, contributing to stronger environmental performance at both building and city levels.

Emirates Biotech, United Arab Emirates University launch integrated organic-waste valorization pilot plant

Mixed food waste streams containing compostable packaging will be converted to renewable biogas and nutrient-rich compost.