Celebrating the International Day for Biological Diversity
Dr. Wajdan Al-Aqab, Chairperson of the National Committee of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) and President of the Kuwait Environment Protection Society, affirmed that “we in the National Committee of the IUCN – Kuwait believe that protecting biodiversity is not a luxury, but a national and moral duty, and a guarantee for the future of generations. The Society pledges that its term as Chairperson of the Committee will be distinguished and yield outstanding results during these next two years.”.
In conjunction with the global celebrations of Earth Hour, the association launches the ”One Hour Every Day” initiative.“
Coinciding with the global celebration of “Earth Hour,” which garners widespread attention worldwide, Engineer Yousef Al-Ramzi, Vice President of the Environmental Engineers Team at the Kuwait Environment Protection Society, explained that “Earth Hour is a global event held annually by the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF), during which individuals, families, governments, and the private sector are encouraged to switch off unnecessary lights and electronic devices for one hour […]
The Minister of Oil was briefed on the latest developments regarding the organization of the Kuwaiti Environmental Engineers Forum and Exhibition.
Dr. Wajdan Al-Aqab, President of the Kuwait Environment Protection Society, confirmed that her meeting with His Excellency the Minister of Oil and Chairman of the Supreme Council for the Environment, Tariq Suleiman Al-Roumi, at his office addressed numerous environmental issues in the State of Kuwait, both in their executive aspect, represented by the Environment Public Authority, and their societal aspect, represented by the Society. The meeting emphasized the integration of roles for the public good, particularly given the Society's proven competence and efficiency.
The society continues its environmental awareness and practical campaign at the Red Palace
The Kuwait Environment Protection Society completed its participation in the Red Palace in the second week, with the participation of the Bird Monitoring and Protection Team, the Environmental Youth Team, the Friends of the Environment Team, and the Photography Team of the Society, scientific and applied activities, “an environmental awareness and applied campaign”, dedicated to the people of Al-Jahra Governorate, within the framework of its community celebrations for the opening of the Red Palace, with the aim of raising awareness of the importance of preserving migratory birds as an integral part of the local environment.
The association and the US embassy are collaborating on environmental awareness.
The head of the Kuwait Environment Protection Society affirmed the continuation of its effective environmental cooperation with the US Embassy in the country through numerous activities organized by the Society, as well as its participation in the awareness campaign launched by the Embassy's environmental team on social media platforms regarding environmental issues. This statement was made by Dr. Wajdan Al-Aqab, the Society's president. In this regard, Dr. Wajdan Al-Aqab explained […]
The association participates in the committee meeting to prepare reports and follow up on recommendations related to human rights.
Engineer Yousef Al-Ramzi, the official spokesperson for the Environmental Engineers Team at the Kuwait Environment Protection Society, emphasized “the importance of environmental rights in the State of Kuwait, and the positive impact of observing and adhering to their requirements, not only on citizens and residents, but its impact has become extended and intertwined with all development plans and programs with a strategic dimension, as the environment, in its comprehensive sense, is a key, active, and leading partner in all aspects of life.”.
The society participates in the “Marine Environment: Achievements and Challenges” symposium, celebrating World Oceans Day and continuing its activities for ”World Environment Day”.”
In celebration of World Oceans Day and as a continuation of its local and international activities for World Environment Day, the Kuwait Environment Protection Society participated in the scientific symposium “Marine Environment: Achievements and Challenges,” organized over two days by the Kuwait Institute for Scientific Research in cooperation with the Abdullah Al-Salem Cultural Center from June 9-10. The Society presented a specialized scientific lecture and participated in a specialized scientific exhibition featuring publications […]
A survey study on the Society's "Wildlife Documentary Series" with the participation of Kuwaiti and international governmental bodies, civil organizations, experts and academics.
Dr. Wajdan Al-Aqab, President of the Kuwait Environment Protection Society, revealed the results of a public survey conducted by the Society regarding the series of documentaries on wildlife in Kuwait. She stated, “The survey included numerous questions, and the analysis of the responses supported Kuwait TV’s decision to premiere the series during Ramadan.” She further explained that 921,000 viewers believe these programs […]
The association is organizing a dialogue session as a side event to the climate summit on food security.
في إطار مشاركة الجمعية في “مؤتمر الأطراف في اتفاقية الأمم المتحدة الإطارية بشأن تغير المناخ COP28″، بالمنطقة الزرقاء المخصصة للوفود الرسمية والحكومات وأصحاب المصلحة، حيث أنها المنظمة المدنية الكويتية الوحيدة التي تتمتع بصفة مراقب في “اتفاقية الأمم المتحدة الإطارية المعنية بتغير المناخ UNFCCC”، قامت الجمعية بعمل حدث جانبي في القمة وهي جلسة حوارية لمناقشة “أنظمة […]