Noticias sobre Oman
Superhydrophobic particles offer promising method to tackle emerging pollutants in water
Emerging pollutants are compounds — microplastics, oils, dyes, pharmaceuticals, plasticizers, etc.
London’s super sewer fully activated: A new era for the Thames begins
Five and a half million tonnes of sewage already stopped from entering Thames as super sewer starts to do its job. Weather watch begins as new system to be tested in storm conditions. New tracker launched to show volume of sewage already prevented from entering the river.
Oman develops constructed wetlands for sustainable wastewater treatment
Oman is advancing sustainable wastewater treatment by developing two new constructed wetlands in the arid Al Wusta Governorate, reports Zawya.
Water management innovation in the Middle East: An interview with Alia López of Aganova
The Middle East faces one of the most severe water crises in the world, characterized by extremely limited resources, high water loss rates in distribution networks, and increasing demand driven by rapid urban and agricultural expansion.
Nama unveils $116.8 million sewage network project in Oman
Nama Dhofar Services Company, the provider of electricity, water, and wastewater services in the Dhofar region, has launched a major sewage network project in Salalah, valued at approximately RO45 million ($116.8 million), reports Zawya.
Global commitment to urban wetlands grows with announcement of 31 new Wetland Cities
During the 64th meeting of the Standing Committee of the Convention on Wetlands in January 2025, the Co-Chairs of the Independent Advisory Committee on Wetland City Accreditation announced the addition of 31 new cities to the Wetland City Accreditation scheme.
Wetlands of International Importance are nature-based solutions for ensuring life and livelihoods
This article by Secretary General Dr Musonda Mumba appears in the accompanying guide to Save Land. United for Land, an exhibition by the Bundeskunsthalle and the UNCCD-G20 Global Land Initiative on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the UNCCD. The exhibition runs until 1 June 2025.
GS Inima and partners achieve financial close for Oman’s Ghubrah III desalination plant
An estimated USD 370 million of project finance investment has been secured to complete the construction of the Ghubrah III Desalination Plant.
Aqualia begins operations in Peru with a wastewater treatment project
The company has been awarded the design, financing, construction, operation, and maintenance of a wastewater treatment system in Chincha (Peru), which will directly benefit 345,000 people.
Veolia accelerates desalination growth in the Middle East
Veolia is ramping up its desalination efforts in the Middle East as part of an ambitious growth strategy targeting a 50% increase in regional operations by 2030.
Staggering temperature rise predicted for the Middle East and North Africa
Some parts of the region, which is already warming at the same rapid rate as the Arctic, could see up to 9 degrees Celsius of warming.
Floods in the Middle East, the role of early warning systems
Early warning systems have become an essential ally in the Middle East, where extreme events such as floods have become more frequent in recent years.
EU refers Bulgaria and Romania to Court of Justice over urban wastewater failures
The European Commission decided to refer Bulgaria (INFR(2017)2082) and Romania (INFR(2018)2109) to the Court of Justice of the European Union for failing to fully comply with the collection and treatment obligations set in the urban wastewater treatment directive (Directive 91/271/EEC).
ACWA Power reports 16% profit increase amid 26 ongoing projects
Saudi-listed ACWA Power, the world’s largest private water desalination company, and a leader in energy transition and first mover into green hydrogen, today announced its consolidated financial results for the nine months ended 30 September 2024.
Tender launched for surface water drainage system at Oman’s Al Dhahirah Economic Zone
The Public Authority for Special Economic Zones and Free Zones (Opaz) has announced a new tender for developing key infrastructure within the Economic Zone at Al Dhahirah (EZAD), reports The Oman Observer.
European Council adopts new rules to enhance urban wastewater treatment efficiency
The Council gave the final green light for a revised EU directive on urban wastewater treatment.
California American Water promotes Christy Baril to Director of Water Quality
California American Water announced the promotion of Christy Baril to the position of Director of Water Quality and Environmental Compliance.
EU invests €380 million in 133 new LIFE projects for Europe’s green transition
The Commission has granted more than €380 million to 133 new projects across Europe under the LIFE Programme for environment and climate action.
Climate change intensified 2022 drought in Central and Southern Europe, study finds
UFZ researchers estimate that climate change contributed to roughly one third of the drought intensity.
Thames Tideway Tunnel Super Sewer Project breaks ground
First 4 of 21 sites switched on, with new tunnel starting to protect River Thames from sewage pollution for the first time .