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Growing Green Ethic Amongst Emirati Businesses
Despite the UAE’s bad “eco-rap,” Summertown Interiors is helping to boost the region’s environmental ethos The UAE has been getting some rather bad press recently...
Detox your life: Take the ‘Buy-Nothing-Ramadan’ Challenge
During the Holy month of Ramadan, followers have the opportunity to reflect on and reduce their consumption patterns with the “buy-nothing” challenge Despite many people’s...
‘Ground Zero Mosque’ will be Green
When the controversy subsides and construction begins, “Park 51,” otherwise known as the “Ground Zero Mosque,” will be LEED certified Green mosques are sprouting up...
Interview with Egyptian Eco-Fashion Designer Nadia Nour
Since her launch in 2008, Egyptian fashion designer Nadia Nour has been wowing fashionistas with her elegantly glamorous and individual fashion range which also happen...
“Organic and Islamic” – Muslims Showcase Ethical and Fair-Trade Fashion
In Islam, fair-trade is more than just a fashion statement, it’s a deeply-ingrained value Many people wouldn’t normally associate Islam with fair-trade and ethical fashion...
Foster + Partners in Jordan: What’s Sustainable About a Green Airport?
Inspired by palm trees, Masdar City architects will expand Queen Alia Airport, to become a “green” airport in Jordan. A couple of months ago, fellow...
Go Green this Ramadan! (6 Steps)
Arwa offers a 6 step guide to greening your Ramadan holiday. With the month of Ramadan quickly approaching, Muslims across the world are beginning to...
Vegetarians Hit the Streets of Jordan Wearing Lettuce
A Muslim woman makes an uncharacteristic stand for vegetarianism on the conservative streets of Amman, Jordan. Last Sunday in the bustling streets of Amman in...
Kristiane Backer – An Eco-Muslim
“For me green living is part and parcel of being a good Muslim- it’s a spiritual requirement.” Kristiane Backer has undergone various transformations in her...
Is the Middle East taking Climate Change Seriously?
Despite facing issues such as water scarcity and pollution at poisonous levels, the Middle East is still sending mixed message about climate change. Image of...
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