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Recycling

Read the latest news and tips on the impact of recycling

Abdulla bin Touq, Minister of Economy, at the launch of the Naseej installation at Yas Mall in Abu Dhabi. Victor Besa / The National
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The turtles are released. Turtles being transported from the Louvre and to the sea. Turtle release. Jumeirah Saadiyat Island Beach, Abu Dhabi. Chris Whiteoak / The National
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ClimateJune 05, 2025
A Tadweer recycling kiosk in Abu Dhabi. Courtesy: Tadweer

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CommentMarch 05, 2025
Ali Al Dhaheri is the managing director and chief executive of Tadweer Group. Victor Besa / The National

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ClimateJanuary 15, 2025
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ClimateDecember 23, 2024
Waste management staff cleaning up an area of desert. The project aims to ensure less waste is sent to landfills. Photo: Tadweer

Abu Dhabi research project aims to cut domestic waste

UAENovember 01, 2024
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CommentJanuary 09, 2024
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WorldJuly 23, 2023
Abu Dhabi's bottle-return programme aims to recycle about 20 million single-use plastic bottles a year. Getty

One discarded plastic bottle for every two metres of beach in Abu Dhabi

UAEJuly 18, 2023
Abu Dhabi will install 70 reverse vending machines and 20 smart bins across the emirate. Photo: Environment Agency-Abu Dhabi

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UAEJuly 13, 2023
The Drive Throw concept allows motorists to deposit their recyclable waste like cardboard, plastic or aluminium without leaving their car. AFP
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