“The "Environmental Youth" group of the association participates in a first aid course at the Red Crescent.
As part of efforts to enhance community preparedness and improve emergency response efficiency, the Youth Environmental Team of the Kuwait Environment Protection Society participated in a specialized first aid course organized by the Kuwait Red Crescent Society and presented by Dr. Fawzi Al-Khuwari, President of the Kuwaiti Society for Crisis and Emergency Management. In this context, Abdullah Al-Tamimi, head of the Youth Environmental Team at the Society for Environmental Protection, emphasized that “the team’s participation in this […]
The association celebrates the "Earth Hour" event by calling for the sustainable use of electricity, in line with regional events.
In a press statement today, Dr. Wajdan Al-Aqab, head of the Kuwait Environment Protection Society, called for “economy and rationalization in electricity consumption.” She emphasized, on the occasion of the world switching off lights for one hour last Saturday night in celebration of Earth Hour, “the importance of continuing this practice generally during the evening hours, as well as its effectiveness for security purposes, given that the country has adopted switching off unnecessary lights […]
The Undersecretary of the Interior receives the President of the Association
Undersecretary of the Ministry of Interior, Major General Abdulwahab Ahmed Al-Wuhaib, emphasized “the importance of the role of civil society organizations in strengthening trust in government institutions, given that their activities and programs support the efforts of these institutions, as partners whose volunteer work intersects with the plans of various government entities.” This came during his meeting at his office with Dr. Wajdan Al-Aqab, President of the Kuwait Environment Protection Society. During the meeting, Dr. Wajdan Al-Aqab explained that “strengthening cooperation […]
The association launches the annual training program for the Sabah Al-Ahmad Center for Specialized Environmental Training
“In conjunction with the nights of Ramadan, and within the framework of the Kuwait Environment Protection Society’s ongoing role in disseminating sound environmental awareness and building national and Arab capacities through specialized training programs based on practical application and linking scientific knowledge to environmental reality,” Jenan Behzad, Secretary General and Director of Programs and Activities at the Society, announced the launch of the new season of the training program at the Sabah Al-Ahmad Center for Specialized Environmental Training […]
On World Wetlands Day, the association stated: "Natural systems maintain ecological balance, support environmental security, and mitigate the effects of climate change."
On the occasion of World Wetlands Day, which falls on February 2nd, Dr. Wafaa Behbehani, a member of the Kuwait Environment Protection Society, affirmed that “the Ramsar Convention represents a highly important international framework for protecting wetlands and preserving biodiversity, given the pivotal role these ecosystems play in maintaining ecological balance, supporting environmental security, and mitigating the effects of climate change.” […]
Following its visit to Saleh Shehab High School, the association announced its support for student environmental initiatives in schools.
In support of student-led environmental projects and initiatives within the school campus, and as part of the Green Schools Program, and to encourage student activities with an environmental focus, Dr. Wajdan Al-Aqab, President of the Kuwait Environment Protection Society, visited Saleh Shehab Secondary School, where she was received by the school's principal, Mr. Mohammed Abbas. The tour, organized by the school administration, included a review of the efforts of the greening team […]
The association launches a workshop program on “Environmental Compliance in Ministries and Government Institutions”
“The Sabah Al-Ahmad Center for Environmental Training, affiliated with the Kuwait Environment Protection Society, launched its specialized workshop program entitled "Environmental Compliance in Ministries and Government Institutions – Implementation of the Environmental Protection Law." The program began with a four-day workshop held at the Ministry of Public Works, attended by a number of leaders and employees from various sectors of the ministry. The workshop was presented by Dr. Wajdan Ali Al-Aqab, Chairperson of the Board of Directors.
Surprises on the year-end trip for the association's bird monitoring and protection team
In a field visit aimed at producing the final report on bird monitoring in the State of Kuwait for 2025, the bird monitoring and protection team of the Kuwait Environment Protection Society conducted a field visit to the Al-Abraq area and its surroundings in northwestern Kuwait. The purpose of the visit was to review the latest bird monitoring and observation activities in the country and to identify new species and their numbers. [Further details omitted]
Joint cooperation between the association and the General Authority for Communications and Information Technology
Dr. Wajdan Al-Aqab, President of the Kuwait Environment Protection Society, emphasized the crucial role of the Communications and Information Technology Regulatory Authority (CITRA) in regulating the telecommunications sector in the country. This came during her meeting with Dr. Khaled Al-Zamel, Chairman of CITRA, at the Authority's headquarters to discuss mechanisms for cooperation in supporting volunteer teams through communication between […]