The association celebrates the International Day for the Conservation of Nature
The Kuwait Environment Protection Society affirmed that its participation in the world's celebrations of the International Day for the Conservation of Nature, which falls on July 28, stems from its commitment to raising awareness about Kuwaiti nature issues and its diverse elements. Dr. Wajdan Al-Aqab explained that "the Society, a member of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) and chair of the IUCN National Standing Committee in Kuwait, calls upon […]
Mangrove forests are the first line of defense for coastlines and a natural carbon sink.
The Kuwait Environment Protection Society, through its member Dr. Wafaa Behbehani, affirmed that “celebrating the International Day for the Conservation of Mangroves, which falls on July 26th each year, represents a global occasion to highlight the importance of these unique ecosystems and their vital role in protecting coastlines, preserving biodiversity, and supporting efforts to combat climate change.” Dr. Behbehani added, […]
The society celebrates World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought
The expert workshop organized by the Sabah Al-Ahmad Center for Specialized Environmental Training, affiliated with the Kuwait Environment Protection Society, and held annually for the past six years to mark World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought, emphasized the imperative of adopting scientific, practical, and technical measures to curb the spread of desertification in Kuwait. Dr. Wafaa Behbehani, a member of the Society, highlighted the "necessity of adopting […]
On World Oceans Day, the society calls on the international community to protect the waters of the Arabian Gulf and its marine life.
In line with the celebration of World Oceans Day, which falls on Monday, June 8th, and whose theme this year is "Strong Marine Protected Areas for Our Blue Planet," the Kuwait Environment Protection Society, through its spokesperson Dr. Wajdan Al-Aqab, called for the preservation and protection of the Arabian Gulf and the activation of national and regional laws. She noted that "the unjust encroachment on water bodies will lead to […]
On World Environment Day, the society calls for the protection of environmental heritage through continued financial and logistical support.
Dr. Wajdan Al-Aqab, President of the Kuwait Environment Protection Society, called for “accelerating national, regional, and global efforts to address climate change and promote the transition towards low-emission development and the building of more resilient societies to climate impacts.” This came on the occasion of World Environment Day, which falls on Friday, June 5th this year, under the theme “Action for Climate,” in which she emphasized […]
On the occasion of the International Day for Biological Diversity: The society calls on everyone to cooperate in protecting the country's wildlife.
The Kuwait Environment Protection Society called for greater cooperation between government agencies, civil society organizations, volunteer groups, and individuals to protect the country's biodiversity. It also stressed the importance of citizens and residents playing their part in preserving Kuwait's wildlife, habitats, and environmentally sensitive sites. Dr. Samira Sayed Omar, founder and first president of the Society's Wildlife Protection Committee, noted […]
On World Migratory Bird Day, Dr. Al-Oqab stated: Community participation supports efforts to monitor birds and preserve biodiversity.
On the occasion of World Migratory Bird Day, the Kuwait Environment Protection Society, through its Chairperson Dr. Wajdan Al-Aqab, emphasizes “the importance of protecting migratory birds and preserving their natural migration routes, and promoting community participation in monitoring and documenting birds, which supports local efforts to preserve biodiversity and protect natural resources.” Dr. Al-Aqab explained that “World Migratory Bird Day […]
On the occasion of Regional Environment Day, the Gulf Network of Environmental NGOs announces the opening of membership applications.
On the occasion of Regional Environment Day, which falls on April 24, Dr. Wajdan Al-Aqab, Chairperson of the Board of Directors of the Kuwait Environment Protection Society and President of the Gulf Network of Environmental NGOs, announced the opening of membership applications to the Gulf Network of Environmental NGOs. Dr. Al-Aqab explained that “the Network is a Gulf body with legal personality and is headquartered in the State of Kuwait, and has full capacity to conduct […]
During its celebration of World Earth Day, the association supports the “Al-Arfaj Flower Campaign… A Badge of the Homeland”
Dr. Wajdan Al-Aqab, President of the Kuwait Environment Protection Society, affirmed that the Society “participates with the nation in celebrating the Arfaj flower as a national symbol, a symbol around which all segments of society rally, declaring their cohesion as a single entity united under the banner of the State of Kuwait, thus reinforcing the values of citizenship and patriotism.” Dr. Al-Aqab explained that “the Arfaj flower campaign is a (national symbol) […]