AbdulSattar Salih Al Mashhadani is an Iraqi national with over 37 years of experience in forestry, landscape design, and urban planning. He holds a PhD in Forest Cultivation from Voronezh State Academy of Forestry Engineering in Russia and has worked extensively in Iraq, Libya, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Currently, he works as a Landscape Expert for the Municipality of Abu Dhabi, where he oversees landscape projects and the introduction of native plants. He has published extensively and served as an Associate Professor at several universities. Al Mashhadani has expertise in areas such as afforestation, reforestation, desertification, gardening, and landscape conservation.
Abdul-Wali Ahmed AL KHULAIDI is a Yemeni plant ecologist with over 30 years of experience studying flora, vegetation mapping, and land use analysis in Yemen. He has worked as an assistant professor at Al Baha University and Taiz University, and is a member of the Centre for Middle Eastern Plants in Edinburgh. He holds a PhD in plant ecology from the University of Edinburgh and has published extensively on Yemen's plants and protected natural areas.
This document discusses the Man and the Biosphere (MAB) Programme and biosphere reserves. The MAB Programme is an intergovernmental scientific program aimed at improving human-environment relationships through ecosystem research, a World Network of Biosphere Reserves across 117 countries, networking, partnerships and capacity building. Biosphere reserves are multi-use, multi-actor, multi-objective spaces that involve local populations through communication, education, citizen science and information sharing. They have three integrated functions and provide key data through nomination and periodic review forms regarding indicators, biodiversity, ecosystem services and governance. The document then lists several MAB/IFRI sites in different countries as examples of biosphere reserves.
The document discusses the Bras d'Or Lake Biosphere Reserve in Nova Scotia, Canada. A biosphere reserve is an area recognized by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) that balances human activities with biodiversity conservation. It aims to foster sustainable development through research, capacity building, and education. The Bras d'Or Lake region is working to gain biosphere reserve status, which would provide international recognition and support sustainable practices in the area. A nomination document is being prepared to show how the region meets UNESCO's criteria.
This document discusses national parks and biosphere reserves, which are areas designated for conservation. It provides details on:
- National parks aim to conserve scenery, natural features, and wildlife by prohibiting private rights and certain activities. They range in size from 0.04 to 3,162 km2.
- Biosphere reserves represent undisturbed ecosystems and include core, buffer, and other zones. They are established under UNESCO's MAB program to conserve biodiversity and genetic diversity.
- India has many national parks across its states that protect important ecosystems, as well as 10 designated biosphere reserves that qualify criteria around representation, genetic diversity, and research opportunities.
The document outlines guidelines from the Ministry of Environment and Forests (MoEF) regarding ecotourism in India. It discusses the roles and responsibilities of various stakeholders - including state governments, protected area management, tourist facilities, local communities, and visitors. Key points include promoting environmentally sustainable tourism, involving local communities to share benefits, adhering to regulations to prevent pollution and disturbance of wildlife, and emphasizing conservation of natural areas.
Biosphere reserves are areas designated by UNESCO to promote conservation and sustainable development. They consist of core areas of strict protection surrounded by buffer zones and transition areas that allow human activities. The main goals of biosphere reserves are conservation, logistic support, and development through balancing human use of resources with protecting biodiversity and ecosystems. India has established many biosphere reserves to preserve representative ecosystems and endangered species through habitat and species protection.
Noosa - a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve briefing-v2_2010Noosa Biosphere
The document discusses the Noosa Biosphere in Queensland, Australia. It begins by providing background on what a biosphere is, noting they are UNESCO designated areas that promote a balanced relationship between humans and the environment through conservation, sustainable development, and learning. Noosa achieved biosphere status in 2007, covering the local government area and coastal waters. UNESCO recognized Noosa for its sophisticated human settlement that is highly interrelated with the natural environment and strong community involvement in environmental issues. Noosa Biosphere Limited was established in 2008 to foster partnerships to create a sustainable Noosa through awareness rather than legislative powers.
Protected areas for the 21st century: Lessons from UNDP /GEF’s PortfolioUNDP Eurasia
Protected areas need to change to meet 21st century challenges of climate change, resource scarcity, and development goals. They must be planned and financed collaboratively, provide ecosystem services, and connect habitats. UNDP/GEF has established over 100 million hectares of protected lands, strengthening over 450 existing areas. Protected areas store carbon, provide water, alleviate poverty, and conserve biodiversity, so integrated planning is needed to balance these benefits. True protected area value must be understood to increase commitment and finance landscape-scale resilience.
Abdul-Wali Ahmed AL KHULAIDI is a Yemeni plant ecologist with over 30 years of experience studying flora, vegetation mapping, and land use analysis in Yemen. He has worked as an assistant professor at Al Baha University and Taiz University, and is a member of the Centre for Middle Eastern Plants in Edinburgh. He holds a PhD in plant ecology from the University of Edinburgh and has published extensively on Yemen's plants and protected natural areas.
This document discusses the Man and the Biosphere (MAB) Programme and biosphere reserves. The MAB Programme is an intergovernmental scientific program aimed at improving human-environment relationships through ecosystem research, a World Network of Biosphere Reserves across 117 countries, networking, partnerships and capacity building. Biosphere reserves are multi-use, multi-actor, multi-objective spaces that involve local populations through communication, education, citizen science and information sharing. They have three integrated functions and provide key data through nomination and periodic review forms regarding indicators, biodiversity, ecosystem services and governance. The document then lists several MAB/IFRI sites in different countries as examples of biosphere reserves.
The document discusses the Bras d'Or Lake Biosphere Reserve in Nova Scotia, Canada. A biosphere reserve is an area recognized by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) that balances human activities with biodiversity conservation. It aims to foster sustainable development through research, capacity building, and education. The Bras d'Or Lake region is working to gain biosphere reserve status, which would provide international recognition and support sustainable practices in the area. A nomination document is being prepared to show how the region meets UNESCO's criteria.
This document discusses national parks and biosphere reserves, which are areas designated for conservation. It provides details on:
- National parks aim to conserve scenery, natural features, and wildlife by prohibiting private rights and certain activities. They range in size from 0.04 to 3,162 km2.
- Biosphere reserves represent undisturbed ecosystems and include core, buffer, and other zones. They are established under UNESCO's MAB program to conserve biodiversity and genetic diversity.
- India has many national parks across its states that protect important ecosystems, as well as 10 designated biosphere reserves that qualify criteria around representation, genetic diversity, and research opportunities.
The document outlines guidelines from the Ministry of Environment and Forests (MoEF) regarding ecotourism in India. It discusses the roles and responsibilities of various stakeholders - including state governments, protected area management, tourist facilities, local communities, and visitors. Key points include promoting environmentally sustainable tourism, involving local communities to share benefits, adhering to regulations to prevent pollution and disturbance of wildlife, and emphasizing conservation of natural areas.
Biosphere reserves are areas designated by UNESCO to promote conservation and sustainable development. They consist of core areas of strict protection surrounded by buffer zones and transition areas that allow human activities. The main goals of biosphere reserves are conservation, logistic support, and development through balancing human use of resources with protecting biodiversity and ecosystems. India has established many biosphere reserves to preserve representative ecosystems and endangered species through habitat and species protection.
Noosa - a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve briefing-v2_2010Noosa Biosphere
The document discusses the Noosa Biosphere in Queensland, Australia. It begins by providing background on what a biosphere is, noting they are UNESCO designated areas that promote a balanced relationship between humans and the environment through conservation, sustainable development, and learning. Noosa achieved biosphere status in 2007, covering the local government area and coastal waters. UNESCO recognized Noosa for its sophisticated human settlement that is highly interrelated with the natural environment and strong community involvement in environmental issues. Noosa Biosphere Limited was established in 2008 to foster partnerships to create a sustainable Noosa through awareness rather than legislative powers.
Protected areas for the 21st century: Lessons from UNDP /GEF’s PortfolioUNDP Eurasia
Protected areas need to change to meet 21st century challenges of climate change, resource scarcity, and development goals. They must be planned and financed collaboratively, provide ecosystem services, and connect habitats. UNDP/GEF has established over 100 million hectares of protected lands, strengthening over 450 existing areas. Protected areas store carbon, provide water, alleviate poverty, and conserve biodiversity, so integrated planning is needed to balance these benefits. True protected area value must be understood to increase commitment and finance landscape-scale resilience.
This document is the United Arab Emirates' third national communication to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change. It summarizes the country's greenhouse gas emissions and efforts to mitigate and adapt to climate change impacts. The communication was prepared by a team of scientists and experts coordinated by the Ministry of Energy. It describes the UAE's climate, economy, energy sector and policies to respond to threats from rising seas, reduced rainfall and more extreme weather. Key findings include that the UAE's total greenhouse gas emissions have increased significantly from 1994 to 2007 due primarily to growth in the energy and transportation sectors. The country is taking innovative actions to prepare for climate change and considers protecting future generations a moral obligation.
Azimuddin has over 6 years of experience as a Mechanical Engineer in Saudi Arabia and India. He has skills in plumbing, firefighting, HVAC, and mechanical system installation, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting. Currently working as a Project Engineer in Saudi Arabia, his previous roles include Production and Planning Engineer in India. He is seeking a role to further develop his skills as a Mechanical Engineer.
This CV summarizes Arshad Mehmood's qualifications and work experience as a mechanical engineer. He has over 5 years of experience working on mechanical engineering projects in Saudi Arabia, including as a senior mechanical project engineer and mechanical site engineer. His responsibilities have included mechanical system installation, quality control, coordination, and project management. He holds qualifications including a BSC in Mechanical Engineering and DAE in Mechanical Engineering.
This document contains a summary and employment history of S.SHANMUGHAM, a seasoned professional with over 23 years of experience in maintenance management, engine room operations, and technical support services in the shipping industry. He is currently working as a Commissioning Engineer in Dubai, UAE, and has previously held roles such as Chief Engineer and Second Engineer on various vessel types worldwide. S.SHANMUGHAM has competencies in maintenance management, engine room operations, installation, and spare parts management. He holds a Certificate of Competency as Chief Engineer (Motor ships) of Unlimited KW rating from the Government of India.
This resume is for Jijo Thankachan, who is seeking a position that allows him to utilize his knowledge and skills in customer service, teamwork, and quality assurance. He has over 4 years of experience as a Location Manager for a catering company in Abu Dhabi, where he was responsible for supervising operations, ensuring food quality and safety, managing staff, and controlling costs and expenses. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Hotel Management and has received training in food safety, risk assessment, and first aid.
George Leonidou has over 30 years of experience in project management and construction management across the Middle East, Cyprus, Uganda and the UK. He has extensive experience managing a diverse portfolio of projects including theme parks, high rise buildings, hotels, and military infrastructure. He is skilled in all aspects of project delivery from conceptualization to commissioning and handover, with a focus on on-time and on-budget completion through effective planning, coordination, and cost management. Currently he works as the Director of Projects/Operations Manager for Imagineering AD in Abu Dhabi, where he oversees the end-to-end execution of projects.
Yhya joria is a senior electrical engineer from Syria with over 15 years of experience in electrical engineering design. He has worked on numerous commercial and residential projects in Abu Dhabi, UAE for companies including M/s. SYRCONSULT CONSULTING ENGINEERS, M/s. SAHIL ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS, M/s. AMIRAL ARCHITECTS & ENGINEERS-ABU DHABI, and M/s. DEWAN ARCHITECTS & ENGINEERS-ABU DHABI. He has a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from Aleppo University in Syria and is proficient in AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and English.
This document contains personal and professional information about Kathleen Ann J. Aguilar, a registered nurse from the Philippines working in Abu Dhabi, UAE. It summarizes her education, work experience in medical-surgical nursing and neonatal intensive care, licenses, certifications, duties and responsibilities. She graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Far Eastern University in the Philippines in 2011.
Haitham Mokhtar is a senior project engineer at Abu Dhabi Marine Operating Company. He has over 20 years of experience in the oil and gas industry, including work on offshore and onshore oilfields, headquarters, fabrication yards, and marine units. Mokhtar holds an M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering and a post-graduate diploma in Offshore Engineering. He is currently involved in projects at ADMA-OPCO.
Shaikha Almansouri is an Emirati national seeking a career opportunity that allows her to develop her leadership skills. She has advanced English and fluent Arabic language skills. She has experience using Microsoft Office programs and is a competent user of Mac programs like Pages, iMovie, Xcode, Final Cut Pro, and Photoshop. She has created two apps, one published in the App Store, demonstrating her skills in programming and app development.
Manal Mubarak Al Akbari is an Emirati national who graduated in 2016 with a Bachelor's degree in Information Systems Security and Forensics. She has experience implementing firewalls, IDS/IPS systems, SIEM solutions and cryptography systems. She is seeking a job to utilize her IT security skills and help organizations meet security requirements and standards. She has strong computer skills in languages, research, time management and security policies/procedures. She is proficient in Microsoft Office, Linux, project management tools and has done security awareness projects.
This curriculum vitae provides biographical information about Karanam Manoranjan Babu, including his educational qualifications and professional experience. He has over 28 years of experience in the fertilizer industry, having worked at Krishak Bharati Cooperative Ltd. in India for over 22 years before joining Oman India Fertilizer Company in Oman. He holds a B.Tech in Chemical Engineering and has extensive experience in process engineering, plant operations, projects, and energy management across ammonia, urea, and utility plants.
Sheikha Mohammed Al Hamli is seeking opportunities to develop her public relations skills gained through her diploma from Emirates College of Technology in 2015. She has training in public relations, ILETS, and media from various courses between 2012-2015. Her skills include teamwork, organization, leadership, and interacting with different cultures. She is fluent in Arabic and English with computer skills in Microsoft Office and experience organizing events for private companies.
Hossam Barakat has over 30 years of experience as an electrical engineer working in oil and gas facilities in Egypt and the UAE. He has expertise in electrical maintenance, construction, pre-commissioning, and start up of power generation and distribution systems up to 66kV. His experience includes working with switchgears, transformers, motors, generators, and protection systems. He is proficient in SAP and CMMS systems and has taught electrical engineering subjects.
Tajeldin Mohammed is seeking a challenging position utilizing his over 3 years of experience in audit and financial advisory. He currently works as a Senior Associate for Quantum Al Badi Chartered Accountants in Abu Dhabi, where he performs internal and external audits, financial advisory, and accounting assignments. Tajeldin holds a Bachelor's degree in Financial Accounting and is proficient in Microsoft Office, presentation software, and audit software. He is motivated, a team player, and able to handle tasks under pressure.
Charles Mundia Munene is a 22-year-old Kenyan Christian man currently working as a Business Development Officer Intern at Juhudi Kilimo Company Limited. He completed a Bachelor of Agribusiness Management degree from Egerton University in 2016 and has work experience in sales, teaching, and agriculture. His career objectives are to work competitively and help organizations achieve their goals and missions through teamwork and proper ethics.
This document contains personal information, education qualifications, work experience, skills, languages, and references of an individual. It lists their date of birth, nationality, marital status, contact details, address, and email. It also outlines their diploma in project management from AlJazirah Institute of Science and Technology, IELTS level 5 qualification from Abu Dhabi University, and high school certificate from AlMafraq Secondary Girls' School. Previous work experiences include summer training at the Department of Economic Development and as a customer service advisor. Key skills include time management, organization, communication, leadership, working under pressure, presentations, motivation, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and Windows. References are also provided.
Mohannad Mohammed Al Aulaqi is a Yemeni graduate student seeking a career in international affairs or research. He has a Bachelor's degree in International Studies with a major in International Affairs from Zayed University in Abu Dhabi, UAE. Al Aulaqi has work experience in tutoring, organizing academic events, and assisting in university libraries. He also has internship experience in real estate investor relations, financial analysis, and customer service at a bank. Al Aulaqi is knowledgeable about political and economic issues globally and has strong research, analytical, and cross-cultural skills.
The document discusses introducing native plants in landscaping projects in Abu Dhabi City. It proposes establishing a native plant research station and preparing reliable plant lists for landscape projects. The research station would conduct experiments on breeding and propagating suitable native plant species. It would help naturalize urban greenery while reducing costs, water use, and environmental impacts. Introducing native plants supports Abu Dhabi's vision for a sustainable city and preserves wildlife habitats. Over time, more native plants could replace non-native species in landscape design.
This document provides a summary of Ghalia Martini's experience and qualifications. She has over 30 years of experience in ecosystem management, forest ecology, and protected area management. She holds a PhD in Forest Ecology from Aleppo University and has worked as a professor there since 2012. Her research has focused on biodiversity monitoring, plant community analysis, and the impacts of forest fires. She has extensive experience managing conservation projects and advising the Syrian government and international organizations on forest policy and management.
This document is the United Arab Emirates' third national communication to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change. It summarizes the country's greenhouse gas emissions and efforts to mitigate and adapt to climate change impacts. The communication was prepared by a team of scientists and experts coordinated by the Ministry of Energy. It describes the UAE's climate, economy, energy sector and policies to respond to threats from rising seas, reduced rainfall and more extreme weather. Key findings include that the UAE's total greenhouse gas emissions have increased significantly from 1994 to 2007 due primarily to growth in the energy and transportation sectors. The country is taking innovative actions to prepare for climate change and considers protecting future generations a moral obligation.
Azimuddin has over 6 years of experience as a Mechanical Engineer in Saudi Arabia and India. He has skills in plumbing, firefighting, HVAC, and mechanical system installation, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting. Currently working as a Project Engineer in Saudi Arabia, his previous roles include Production and Planning Engineer in India. He is seeking a role to further develop his skills as a Mechanical Engineer.
This CV summarizes Arshad Mehmood's qualifications and work experience as a mechanical engineer. He has over 5 years of experience working on mechanical engineering projects in Saudi Arabia, including as a senior mechanical project engineer and mechanical site engineer. His responsibilities have included mechanical system installation, quality control, coordination, and project management. He holds qualifications including a BSC in Mechanical Engineering and DAE in Mechanical Engineering.
This document contains a summary and employment history of S.SHANMUGHAM, a seasoned professional with over 23 years of experience in maintenance management, engine room operations, and technical support services in the shipping industry. He is currently working as a Commissioning Engineer in Dubai, UAE, and has previously held roles such as Chief Engineer and Second Engineer on various vessel types worldwide. S.SHANMUGHAM has competencies in maintenance management, engine room operations, installation, and spare parts management. He holds a Certificate of Competency as Chief Engineer (Motor ships) of Unlimited KW rating from the Government of India.
This resume is for Jijo Thankachan, who is seeking a position that allows him to utilize his knowledge and skills in customer service, teamwork, and quality assurance. He has over 4 years of experience as a Location Manager for a catering company in Abu Dhabi, where he was responsible for supervising operations, ensuring food quality and safety, managing staff, and controlling costs and expenses. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Hotel Management and has received training in food safety, risk assessment, and first aid.
George Leonidou has over 30 years of experience in project management and construction management across the Middle East, Cyprus, Uganda and the UK. He has extensive experience managing a diverse portfolio of projects including theme parks, high rise buildings, hotels, and military infrastructure. He is skilled in all aspects of project delivery from conceptualization to commissioning and handover, with a focus on on-time and on-budget completion through effective planning, coordination, and cost management. Currently he works as the Director of Projects/Operations Manager for Imagineering AD in Abu Dhabi, where he oversees the end-to-end execution of projects.
Yhya joria is a senior electrical engineer from Syria with over 15 years of experience in electrical engineering design. He has worked on numerous commercial and residential projects in Abu Dhabi, UAE for companies including M/s. SYRCONSULT CONSULTING ENGINEERS, M/s. SAHIL ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS, M/s. AMIRAL ARCHITECTS & ENGINEERS-ABU DHABI, and M/s. DEWAN ARCHITECTS & ENGINEERS-ABU DHABI. He has a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from Aleppo University in Syria and is proficient in AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and English.
This document contains personal and professional information about Kathleen Ann J. Aguilar, a registered nurse from the Philippines working in Abu Dhabi, UAE. It summarizes her education, work experience in medical-surgical nursing and neonatal intensive care, licenses, certifications, duties and responsibilities. She graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Far Eastern University in the Philippines in 2011.
Haitham Mokhtar is a senior project engineer at Abu Dhabi Marine Operating Company. He has over 20 years of experience in the oil and gas industry, including work on offshore and onshore oilfields, headquarters, fabrication yards, and marine units. Mokhtar holds an M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering and a post-graduate diploma in Offshore Engineering. He is currently involved in projects at ADMA-OPCO.
Shaikha Almansouri is an Emirati national seeking a career opportunity that allows her to develop her leadership skills. She has advanced English and fluent Arabic language skills. She has experience using Microsoft Office programs and is a competent user of Mac programs like Pages, iMovie, Xcode, Final Cut Pro, and Photoshop. She has created two apps, one published in the App Store, demonstrating her skills in programming and app development.
Manal Mubarak Al Akbari is an Emirati national who graduated in 2016 with a Bachelor's degree in Information Systems Security and Forensics. She has experience implementing firewalls, IDS/IPS systems, SIEM solutions and cryptography systems. She is seeking a job to utilize her IT security skills and help organizations meet security requirements and standards. She has strong computer skills in languages, research, time management and security policies/procedures. She is proficient in Microsoft Office, Linux, project management tools and has done security awareness projects.
This curriculum vitae provides biographical information about Karanam Manoranjan Babu, including his educational qualifications and professional experience. He has over 28 years of experience in the fertilizer industry, having worked at Krishak Bharati Cooperative Ltd. in India for over 22 years before joining Oman India Fertilizer Company in Oman. He holds a B.Tech in Chemical Engineering and has extensive experience in process engineering, plant operations, projects, and energy management across ammonia, urea, and utility plants.
Sheikha Mohammed Al Hamli is seeking opportunities to develop her public relations skills gained through her diploma from Emirates College of Technology in 2015. She has training in public relations, ILETS, and media from various courses between 2012-2015. Her skills include teamwork, organization, leadership, and interacting with different cultures. She is fluent in Arabic and English with computer skills in Microsoft Office and experience organizing events for private companies.
Hossam Barakat has over 30 years of experience as an electrical engineer working in oil and gas facilities in Egypt and the UAE. He has expertise in electrical maintenance, construction, pre-commissioning, and start up of power generation and distribution systems up to 66kV. His experience includes working with switchgears, transformers, motors, generators, and protection systems. He is proficient in SAP and CMMS systems and has taught electrical engineering subjects.
Tajeldin Mohammed is seeking a challenging position utilizing his over 3 years of experience in audit and financial advisory. He currently works as a Senior Associate for Quantum Al Badi Chartered Accountants in Abu Dhabi, where he performs internal and external audits, financial advisory, and accounting assignments. Tajeldin holds a Bachelor's degree in Financial Accounting and is proficient in Microsoft Office, presentation software, and audit software. He is motivated, a team player, and able to handle tasks under pressure.
Charles Mundia Munene is a 22-year-old Kenyan Christian man currently working as a Business Development Officer Intern at Juhudi Kilimo Company Limited. He completed a Bachelor of Agribusiness Management degree from Egerton University in 2016 and has work experience in sales, teaching, and agriculture. His career objectives are to work competitively and help organizations achieve their goals and missions through teamwork and proper ethics.
This document contains personal information, education qualifications, work experience, skills, languages, and references of an individual. It lists their date of birth, nationality, marital status, contact details, address, and email. It also outlines their diploma in project management from AlJazirah Institute of Science and Technology, IELTS level 5 qualification from Abu Dhabi University, and high school certificate from AlMafraq Secondary Girls' School. Previous work experiences include summer training at the Department of Economic Development and as a customer service advisor. Key skills include time management, organization, communication, leadership, working under pressure, presentations, motivation, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and Windows. References are also provided.
Mohannad Mohammed Al Aulaqi is a Yemeni graduate student seeking a career in international affairs or research. He has a Bachelor's degree in International Studies with a major in International Affairs from Zayed University in Abu Dhabi, UAE. Al Aulaqi has work experience in tutoring, organizing academic events, and assisting in university libraries. He also has internship experience in real estate investor relations, financial analysis, and customer service at a bank. Al Aulaqi is knowledgeable about political and economic issues globally and has strong research, analytical, and cross-cultural skills.
The document discusses introducing native plants in landscaping projects in Abu Dhabi City. It proposes establishing a native plant research station and preparing reliable plant lists for landscape projects. The research station would conduct experiments on breeding and propagating suitable native plant species. It would help naturalize urban greenery while reducing costs, water use, and environmental impacts. Introducing native plants supports Abu Dhabi's vision for a sustainable city and preserves wildlife habitats. Over time, more native plants could replace non-native species in landscape design.
This document provides a summary of Ghalia Martini's experience and qualifications. She has over 30 years of experience in ecosystem management, forest ecology, and protected area management. She holds a PhD in Forest Ecology from Aleppo University and has worked as a professor there since 2012. Her research has focused on biodiversity monitoring, plant community analysis, and the impacts of forest fires. She has extensive experience managing conservation projects and advising the Syrian government and international organizations on forest policy and management.
This document provides information on participants in the 2014 intake of the MSc IWRM Program focused on the Middle East and North Africa region. It lists 16 participants, providing their name, date of birth, nationality, educational background, languages, and work experience. The participants come from a variety of backgrounds including engineering, natural sciences, and social sciences. The master's program aims to educate water sector experts and is supported by German, OPEC, and development organizations. It is conducted jointly between a German university and a Jordanian university.
Kerem Güngör is an environmental engineer and researcher with over 15 years of experience. He has a Ph.D. in environmental science and engineering from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He has worked as an assistant professor, research associate, postdoctoral associate, and teaching assistant. He has authored numerous technical publications and delivered presentations internationally. He has strong skills in GIS, environmental modeling, laboratory methods, and research software.
This document contains the resume of Muhammad Babar Khan. It summarizes his professional experience as an Agriculture Engineer working on projects in Abu Dhabi since 2014, as well as his education qualifications which include an MSc and BSc in Agriculture. It also lists his other skills, personal details, languages, and references.
The document proposes mechanisms for introducing native plant species in landscaping projects in Abu Dhabi. It discusses preparing reliable indexes of native plant species organized by family, habitat, and characteristics. It also proposes establishing a native plant research station. The goals are to increase the percentage of native species used in landscaping from the current 35-37% to preserve native plants and resources and strengthen sustainability.
Saleem Ullah has a background in soil and environmental science, with a focus on soil fertility, physics, salinity, and environment. He has experience conducting physicochemical soil analyses and has participated in seminars and conferences. He is currently pursuing an MSc/MS/M.Phil in soil science. His past experience includes projects analyzing the relationship between soil physical and chemical properties and aggregate stability, evaluating soil nutrient levels at different depths, and applying soil sampling techniques in cropping systems under varying conditions.
The document discusses sustainable greening efforts in Abu Dhabi City, United Arab Emirates. It describes the challenges of maintaining vegetation due to harsh climatic conditions and the need for permanent irrigation. It outlines measures taken to minimize the negative effects, such as using treated sewage water for irrigation and an automated monitoring and control system. It highlights several completed landscape projects featuring state-of-the-art materials and systems. It also provides recommendations to rehabilitate existing vegetation cover.
This curriculum vitae summarizes the qualifications and experience of Rajeev Kumar. He holds a PhD in bioremediation of arsenic from A.N. College in Patna, India. His experience includes postdoctoral research on freshwater ecology in Poland and several research associate and fellowship positions in India focusing on issues like arsenic contamination, fluoride removal, and integrated water management. He has published several papers in these areas and has experience conducting field work, laboratory analysis, and training programs. He is currently working as a resource person and assistant lecturer in Gaya College, India.
Aklilu Asfaw Huluka has over 30 years of experience in environmental science, agriculture, and pest management. He holds a PhD in Environmental Science from Adama Science and Technology University and has worked as a senior consultant on environmental impact assessments. Currently he is a technical director at a pest control company in Djibouti where he manages pest control activities and training. He has extensive experience in agriculture, soil and water conservation, integrated pest management, and laboratory analysis of soils, plants, and water quality.
This document is a curriculum vitae for Dr. Hamdon Ali Abdelrhman Mohammed that includes his education, research interests, publications, administrative experience, and dissertation supervision. Some key details include:
- He holds a PhD in Bioresource Sustainable Management from University Putra Malaysia and has research interests in sustainable bioresource management and environmental assessment.
- He has worked as an Assistant Professor, Lecturer, and Research Associate in Sudan and Malaysia and has administrative experience including serving as Head of Department and Registrar.
- He has authored or co-authored several publications on topics related to forestry, natural resources management, and environmental valuation.
- He has supervised several MSc students on
This document is a curriculum vitae for Dr. Hamdon Ali Abdelrhman Mohammed that outlines his educational and professional background. It details his educational qualifications including a PhD in Bioresource Sustainable Management from University Putra Malaysia. It also lists his work experience including positions as an Assistant Professor and research associate. Finally, it provides an overview of his research interests, publications, skills, training experience, administrative roles, and dissertation supervision.
This document provides a summary of Mowdudur Rahman's educational and professional background. It details his MSc in Environmental Risk Assessment from Chiang Mai University in Thailand in 1995, as well as previous education and internships. The bulk of the document lists Mr. Rahman's extensive work experience in environmental education, conservation, and management roles in Bangladesh from the 1990s to present day, including with organizations such as the Centre for Coastal Environmental Conservation, Forest Department, and Ministry of Environment and Forest.
Born on 4th September 1972, Gaspard Rwanyiziri is a Senior Lecturer of Geographical and Environmental Sciences in the Department of Geography, School of Science, College of Science and Technology, and since 9th August 2011 up to now, Director of the Centre for Geographic Information Systems and Remote Sensing (CGIS) of University of Rwanda (UR).
The Ecosystem Approach in MSP: options and challenges by Kerstin Schiele, Leibniz Institute for Baltic Sea Research Warnemünde Biological Oceanography at the workshop 'Applying ecosystem approach (HELCOM-VASAB)' at the 2nd Baltic Maritime Spatial Planning Forum in Riga, Latvia on 23-24 November 2016 (the final conference of the Baltic SCOPE collaboration).
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This curriculum vitae summarizes Ian Fisher's academic and professional qualifications, employment history, academic responsibilities, innovations, research interests, consultancy work, papers, competitions, and exhibitions. It details his education, positions held at Manchester Metropolitan University since 1992 including roles as Senior Lecturer, Programme Leader, and Course Leader. It also lists professional qualifications, voluntary work, consultancy projects, publications, and presentations given.
This document provides a summary of the academic and professional qualifications and experience of Dr. Kamlisa Uni Kamlun. It outlines her PhD in forest science and ecology, as well as her MSc and BSc in forest science. It lists her current professional memberships and fields of expertise, which include remote sensing, ecosystem services assessment, and socio-ecological impacts of landscape change. It also details her current teaching responsibilities, previous employment, conferences attended, training received, and research and publications.
This curriculum vitae summarizes the qualifications and experience of Ngah Elvis Samba, an engineer specializing in water, sanitation, environment and infrastructure. He holds a Master's degree in Environmental Engineering from the National Advanced School of Public Works in Cameroon and the University of Padua in Italy. He has over 1 year of professional experience in fields including teaching, environmental inspections, water treatment, and project management. He is proficient in English and French and has experience in software programs, environmental analysis and sustainable development.
This curriculum vitae summarizes the qualifications and experience of Dr. Abdulkader M. Al-sari, including his educational background, work history, publications, and areas of expertise. He has a Ph.D. in remote sensing applications and extensive experience in management, research, and consulting involving areas such as geology, GIS, remote sensing, and environmental studies. Currently he works as the General Manager of two consulting firms focused on geoscience and environmental projects.
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This document discusses training certificates. It focuses on providing certificates for completing training courses and programs. The certificates recognize an individual's participation in professional development and skills enhancement activities.
This document lists over 20 thank you letters and certificates of appreciation received by AL MASHHADANI from various organizations in Libya and the United Arab Emirates between 1994 and 2015. The recognitions were for AL MASHHADANI's participation in conferences, contributions to magazines, lectures given, and involvement in projects related to environment, agriculture, afforestation, and municipal development.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help boost feelings of calmness, happiness and focus.
Pesticide Management in Abu Dhabi 2013 - Regulatory Roles and ResponsibilitiesAbdul-Sattar Al-Mashhadani
The document outlines the regulatory framework and roles and responsibilities for pesticide management in Abu Dhabi, UAE. It details the main stages of pesticide control, assigning responsibilities to entities like the Ministry of Environment and Water, Abu Dhabi Food Control Authority, Center of Waste Management, and others. Regulations cover pesticide registration, supplier licensing, residue monitoring in food, and safe disposal of containers. The ultimate aim is an integrated system for pesticide management to protect public health and the environment from misuse of these hazardous materials.
Al Mashhadani with the PRFD team reviewed landscape concept designs submitted by many developer and consulting companies from 2006 to 2014. This included projects like the Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, irrigation networks in Al Shati City and various parks, the North-Wathba City master plan, resorts and communities, street designs, hospitals, and parks in Abu Dhabi city and Khalifa City. The team provided revisions to landscape materials, plant compositions, and streetscape preliminary designs.
This study analyzed soil and water samples from mangrove stands and adjacent bare areas in Abu Dhabi to understand factors influencing mangrove habitat. The following were observed:
1) Salt concentrations in surface soil (0-5 cm) within mangrove stands were lower than deeper soils, likely due to leaching by tides and root absorption.
2) Salt concentrations in water covering mangrove stands were higher than adjacent bare areas, possibly because plant density slowed water movement during tides.
3) Highest densities of natural regeneration were found in shallow, protected areas with moderate water currents.
1. The document discusses the importance and benefits of windbreaks and shelterbelts for protecting cities, highways, and agricultural areas from wind damage in Abu Dhabi.
2. It defines shelterbelts as rows of trees and shrubs planted to reduce wind speed and outlines different designs from permeable to impermeable based on tree spacing.
3. The height and density of windbreaks determine their effectiveness, with semi-permeable designs using 3-5 rows at 3-4 meter spacing being most effective at reducing winds and protecting areas out to 30 times the shelterbelt height.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms.
This document discusses proper pruning techniques for trees. It begins by defining various pruning terms and describing the structure of tree branches. The author explains that pruning wounds trees but they can recover through compartmentalization. Common pruning mistakes like flush cuts, stub cuts, and topping are described and illustrated. Topping is strongly discouraged as it damages the tree structure and stimulates undesired growth. Alternative pruning methods and the benefits of proper pruning for tree health, safety, and aesthetics are provided. The document emphasizes that qualified arborists should perform pruning on mature trees.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms.
Importance of Greenery for Local Environment – 2010
AbdulSattar Salih Al Mashhadani CV
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AbdulSattar Salih Al-Mashhadani,almashhadani54@gmail.com
Profession Associated Professor
Position Expert in Forestry and Urban Landscape
Nationality Iraqi
Languages Arabic (Native),English & Russian
EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
Ph.D.
M.Sc.
B.Sc.
Forest Cultivation, Selection, Seed growing & Town Landscape Designs
/ Voronezh State Academy of Forestry Engineering, Voronezh, Russia
(Jul 1982 – Nov 1985).
Silviculture / Voronezh State Academy of Forestry Engineering,
Voronezh, Russia (Sep 1980 – Jul 1982).
Forest Sc. / College of Agriculture & Forestry, Mosul University, Mosul,
Iraq (Sep 1971 – June 1976).
KEY EXPERIENCE
AbdulSattar Salih Al-Mashhadani is an Expert in Forestry and Urban Landscape. He
is a senior Agricultural (Forester & Horticultural) Engineer and Associated Professor.
Lastly, he was employed as Landscape Expert with Municipality of Abu Dhabi City-
UAE, Parks and Recreation Facilities Division and he served in many universities as
associated professor. He has over 37 years‘ experience in Research in the Field of
Forestry; Silviculture; Afforestation; Reforestation; Desertification; Gardening;
Landscape Conservation; Planning Projects; General & Plant Ecology; Construction
of Forest Nurseries, establishment of multi-purpose Shelterbelts and Windbreaks.
Periodic contributing in development, assessment and revision the proposals,
concepts and the studies of the urban landscape projects. Al-Mashhadani has
excellent communication skills and strong abilities in training, consulting, data
analysis and organisational skills.
Key Projects include various studies, technical and scientific reports, Municipal
activities and substantial amount of publications and printed articles on related fields.
PROFESSIONAL HISTORY
01/10/2013-21/03/2015
30/07/2009-29/09/2013
13/07/2008-29/07/2009
12/04/2005-12/07/2008
06/10/1999-11/04/2005
07/11/1998-05/10/1999
15/09/1997-31/08/1998
02/09/1993-31/08/1997
01/02/1992-19/05/1993
11/01/1986-31/01/1991
10/1980-11/1985
06/03/1978-09/1980
Resident Engineer (Landscape Expert), Parsons De
Leuw, Cather International Ltd. (seconded to work
for behalf ADM), Abu Dhabi, UAE.
Landscape Expert, PRFD, ADM, UAE.
Consultant—Dorsch Holding Gmbh, Abu Dhabi,
UAE.
Consultant - Hyder Consulting ME Ltd., Abu Dhabi,
UAE.
Supervisor-Abu Dhabi Municipality Town Planning,
Abu Dhabi, UAE.
Associate Professor-Ajman University of Science &
technology, Abu Dhabi, UAE.
Associate Professor-University of Sabah, Libya
Associate Professor-University of Omar Al-Mukhtar,
Libya.
Manager of Forest Projects Division, General Est. of
Forestry & Industrial Crops, Ministry of Oil &
Minerals, Baghdad, Iraq.
Lecturer/Asst. Professor-Mosul University, Mosul,
Iraq.
(Postgraduate Study - Russia)
Assistant Researcher, Forestry Dept., Mosul Univ.
Iraq.
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PROJECTS SUMMARY
Resident Engineer (Landscape Expert),
Parsons De Leuw, Cather International Ltd.
(Seconded to work for behalf ADM), Abu Dhabi, UAE.
October 2013 – March 2015
Participate in meetings with foreign delegations and lectures and contributing in many
activities, workshops and courses related to the PRFD concerns within AD Municipality
and beyond; represent the municipality in national committees responsible for preparing
national reports aimed at meeting the State requirements and obligations towards the
international organization (the Committee to Combat Desertification and the
Subcommittee on climate change; Preparing, updating the standards of Abu Dhabi
landscape design guideline, submitting and publishing technical, illustrated brochures,
scientific articles and studies on the concerns of PRFD according to work requirements.;
Evaluating of materials, products, activities of local and foreign companies and research
bodies that related to PRFD requirements; design, execution and maintenance of the
landscape projects; Review and revision of landscape project proposals, design and
documentations for O&M contracts with the work team in accordance with the standards
and local considerations of PRFD guidelines in addition to the technical and vital
considerations associated with vegetative cover.; Suggest any proposal that would raise
and develop the level of performance.
Landscape Expert
PRFD, Municipality of Abu Dhabi city, UAE.
July 2009 – September 2013
As above. Shares and contributes in reviewing and evaluating the landscape projects (in
particular the soft landscape)... and also in submitting and reviewing the proposals of
studies and researches, which related to the development of park‘s practices (Care and
maintenance of the urban vegetation).
Agricultural Engineer (Consultant)
Dorsch Holding Gmbh, Abu Dhabi, UAE
July 2008 – July 2009
Responsible for: horticultural field research and investigation specific to Abu Dhabi‘s
environmental conditions (salinity, drought, high humidity, pollution etc.); review of
available new plants; production, updating and management of forest plantation
horticultural manuals and books including supplementary documents in Arabic and
English; liaison with UAE Universities and research bodies; site inspection of landscape,
maintenance and forest works; on-site inspection of horticultural trial works and product
testing; shares and contributes in reviewing and evaluating the landscape projects (in
particular the soft landscape) .. And also in submitting and reviewing the proposals of
studies and researches, which related to the development of parks practices (Care and
maintenance of the urban vegetation).
Enriching biological databases; design review of drawings with respect to plant schedule
and selection; developing the specification of exotic and local plants; agricultural works in
the fields of forest stands, green shelterbelts, gardens and nurseries; all topics related to
arboriculture processes.
Agricultural Engineer (Consultant)
Hyder Consulting ME Ltd., Abu Dhabi, UAE.
April 2005 – July 2008
Almost the same as with above (Dorsch holding Gmbh)
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Consultant in Afforestation and Town Landscape Designs (senior landscape
supervisor, Abu Dhabi Municipality & Town Planning, AD, UAE.
October 1999 – April 2005
Field Supervisor and Researcher in field of afforestation, ecology, parks, reserves, forest
nurseries, landscape. Responsible for: technical supervision of all agricultural works in
forest stands, windbreaks. Gardens, forest and flowers nurseries; representation of
Municipality in external activities and committees including desertification, reserves and
environment.
Associate Professor - Academic & Administrative
Ajman University of Science and Technology, Abu Dhabi, UAE
November 1998 – October 1999
Associate Professor responsible for: teaching (fundamentals of environment, pollution and
environment); Head of faculty members‘ affaires; student registration follow up;
supervision of student‘s activities and minute writer of campus meetings.
Associate Professor
University of Sabha, College of science, Sabha, Libya
September 1997 – August 1998
Associate Professor responsible for: teaching plant evolution; plant geography; general
botany; plant ecology & student‘s seminars.
Associate Professor
Omar Al-Mukhtar University, Green Mountain, Al Bayda, Libya
September 1993 – August 1997
Associate Professor responsible for: teaching Silviculture (forest cultivation, forest
nurseries, afforestation); general ecology and part of remote sensing course. Besides
supervising student‘s researches
Manager of Forest Projects Division
General Establishment of Forests and Industrial Crops, Ministry of Industry
Baghdad, IRAQ
February 1992 – May 1993
Chief Advisory Manager responsible for: managing Forestry Department; Consultant in the
field of Silviculture; general supervision of forestry works; submitting recommendations
and programmes to improve field works; planning and executing the forest projects.
Lecturer/Associate Professor
College of Agriculture & Forestry - Mosul University, Mosul, IRAQ
January 1986 – January 1992
Lecturer/Associate Professor responsible for: teaching of Silviculture; forest nurseries,
afforestation; general ecology and climatology; plant ecology, watershed management.
Assistant Researcher
Forestry Dept., College of Agric. & Forestry, Mosul Univ., Mosul, IRAQ
January 1978 – Sept. 1980
Assist researchers in various fields of forestry practices.
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MEMBERSHIPS
Iraqi Translators Association (English & Russian)
Iraq Agricultural Association
Iraqi Teaching Association
Mosul University Lecturers Association
Environmental Friends Society
Expert‘s Committee of established Conference for the researcher of UAE
Encyclopedia ( Ousha Bint Hussein Cultural Gallery – 2004)
Associate member in discussion the environmental project of natural
reserves (previous FEA), AD, UAE.
National Committee for the Convention of United Nations against
Desertification
National Sub-Committee for the Climate Chang Convention of United Nations
Advisory Committee of Abu Dhabi Plant Genetic Resources
Agricultural Expert with Experts Administration, Judicial Department, Emirate
of Abu Dhabi, UAE (July 2013).
ADM Infrastructure Sustainability Team ( IST)
QCC‘s Pesticides Management Working Group, AD, UAE (Sept.2012).
SAF (Society of American Foresters)
SCB (Society for Conversation Biology)
AWARDS
Mosul University Order for awarding the scientific degree (17/09/1991).
Abu Dhabi Municipality Award for Excellence ( 2nd
Rank winner-Technical
category)
A lot of certificates and letters of thanks & appreciations and money rewards
from different Authorities. (As mentioned later).
PUBLICATIONS
Researches & Studies
1. Al-Mashhadani, A.S., Y.V. Pankov &A.N. Dukov, 1984. The effect of terracing
dumps on the site factors in KMA. TSNTI liskhez, deposit scientific works (Natural
& exact sciences, Techniques) No.316 LKH-84 Dep., Moscow. USSR.
2. Trishefski, I.V., A.S. Al-Mashhadani & Y.V. Pankov, 1985. Effects of terracing on
the slop of dump KMA on the state and growth of seedlings. TSNTI liskhez, deposit
scientific works (Natural &exact sciences, techniques) No.419 LKH-85 Dep.,
Moscow, USSR.
3. Al-Mashhadani, A.S., 1985. The prospect of cultivating seedlings on the slop of
Dumps KMA. Silviculture, forest culture & soil science, L., LTA, page 50. USSR.
4. Al-Mashhadani, A.S., 1990. Effect of depths & covering materials on the
germination & growth of Biota orientalis (L.) End. In Green House. J. of Agric. sc. 3,
U.A.E.
5. Al-Mashhadani, A.S. & S.S. Al-Kawaz, 1991. Effects of planting methods
&locations on seedling quality of Pinus brutia Ten. in Hammam Al-Alil.
Mesopotamia J.of Agric., Vol.23, No.2, Mosul Univ., IRAQ.
6. Al-Mashhadani, A.S. &S.S. Al-Kawaz, 1991.Influence of planting depths &
fertilization level on survival & growth of Casuarina equisetifolia forst. Seedlings in
Hammam Al- Alil. Mesopotamia J. of Agric. Vol. 23, No.3, Mosul Univ., IRAQ.
7. Al-Mashhadani, A.S., & I.A.Ibrahim, 1991. Analysis of precipitation & distribution at
Hammam Al-Alil. Mesopotamia J.of Agric., Vol.23, No.3, Mosul Univ., IRAQ.
8. Al-Mashhadani, A.S., &I.A. Ibrahim 1994. The effect of cement factory on Quality of
precipitation at Hammam Al-Alil (Mosul). 1St
International Conf. on environment &
development 19-21/4/1994, Benghazi, Libya.
9. Al-Mashhadani, A.S., Mohamed Rasheed, 2006. "ABUDHABI GREENING"- A City
Case Study. Regional Outlook Study, Urban and Peri-Urban Forestry and
Greening in West and Central Asia. FAO Workshop UF in WECA, Rome, 5-7 April
2006.
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10. Al-Mashhadani, A.S. 2008. ―Developmental perspectives of forest shelterbelts in
AD Emirate‖. Scientific Symposium ―Urban Gardening practices… Current and
futuristic status‖ Nov. 03, 2008. General Secretariat of Municipalities, Abu Dhabi
Emirate, UAE.
11. Al-Mashhadani, A.S. 2008. ―The prospects of Forest Privatization in Abu Dhabi
Emirate‖, Scientific Symposium ―Local Environmental Plants ―Nov. 26, 2008.
General Secretariat of Municipalities, Dubai Emirate, UAE. (had been published
briefly on the Al - Murshid journal No. 41 – 2008, ADM, Abu Dhabi).
12. Al-Mashhadani, Abdul-Sattar Salih 2009. ―Forest shelterbelts investment‖,
Consultative Meeting Program about the challenge and opportunities of vegetative
cover, Desertification Division, MOEW, Dubai 9-10/12/2009, UAE.
13. Al-Mashhadani, A. S., 2010.Green scenes in Abu Dhabi city. Town greening award
2010, Arab Towns Organization Award, Doha, Qatar. (First Greenery Award for AD
Municipality).
14. Al Mashhadani A.S. 2010 ―The Greenery of Abu Dhabi‖, GCC Municipalities Towns
Development Global Competitiveness Strategy Conference, June 6-10, 2010, Burj
Al Arab Hotel, Dubai, UAE.
15. Al-Mashhadani, A. S. & A.B. Al Muraikhi, 2010. Sustainable Greening of Abu Dhabi
City, 3rd
International Conference , Geosynthetics ME , 9 – 10 Nov. 2010, Abu
Dhabi , UAE.
16. Al-Mashhadani, A. S. 2012. ―Proposed Mechanisms for Introducing Native Plants
in Landscaping Projects‖, Municipal Best Practices Forum Landscaping through
the use of Native Plants, 18-19 April 2012, Held under the patronage of H.H.
Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of
Presidential Affairs, Abu Dhabi, UAE.
17. Al-Mashhadani, A. S. 2013. ―Some promising aspects in the adoption of planting
native plants in Abu Dhabi City‖, 2nd
Municipal Best Practices Forum, 07 March
2013, Held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Presidential Affairs, Al Ain, UAE.
18. Al-Mashhadani, A.S., 2013.‖ Field and Analytical Aspects in the Mang-Gurm
Habitat in Abu Dhabi. It had been accepted in the 2nd IUFRO conference on
complex forest ecosystems on Oct. 7-9, 2013‖ from tree to landscape‖, New
Orleans, Louisiana, USA.
19. Al-Mashhadani, A.S., 2014. ―The calendar of date palm care services in Abu Dhabi
Emirate ―. on 16 – 18 March 2014, 5th International Date Palm Conference, Abu
Dhabi, UAE.
20. Al-Mashhadani, A.S. 2014. ―Introduction of Native plants in Landscaping Projects in
Abu Dhabi City‖, Middle East-Smart Landscape Summit 2014, 6 – 7 May 2014,
Jumeirah Emirates Towers, Dubai, UAE.
Students researches
o Desertification and its causes, 1995.Dept. of Natural Resources, Omar Al-
Mukhtar Univ.,Green Mountain, LIBYA.
o Evaluation of Alwisaita agricultural Project in Green Mountain, 1996.Dept. of
Natural Resources, Omar Al- Mukhtar Univ., LIBYA.
o The reproduction methods of Arbutus pavarii Pamp, 1997. Dept. of Natural
Resources, Omar Al-Mukhtar Univ., Green Mountain, LIBYA.
Scientific articles
1. "Forests protect the fields". Environmental page, Al-khaleej J., No.7121, 1998,
UAE.
2. "Desertification: Resent meaning… Ancient phenomenon". Environmental page,
Al- khaleej J., No.7191, 1999, U.A.E.
3. "Establishing Forest Shelterbelts enrich the Environment". Environmental page, Al-
khaleej J., No.7646, 2000, UAE.
4. "Natural Reserves and its Conservation". Al-Asimma Magazine, No.53, 2000, Abu
Dhabi Municipality, UAE.
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5. An interview "Scientific aspects in forest shelterbelts planting". Al-Asimma
Magazine, No.53, 2000, Page 86-91, Abu Dhabi Municipality, UAE.
6. "National Parks". Al-Asimma Magazine, No.55, 2000, Abu Dhabi Municipality,
UAE.
7. "CASUARINA as a pioneer in our desert". Al-Murshid Magazine, No.8-2000, Abu
Dhabi Municipality, UAE.
8. "TAMARIX as a green cover in the desert". Al-Asimma Magazine, No.58-2001, Abu
Dhabi Municipality, UAE.
9. "Famous flowers in history". Al-Asimma Magazine, No.59-2001, Abu Dhabi
Municipality, UAE.
10. "Soil salinity & Desertification". Al-Asimma Mg. No.60-2001, Abu Dhabi
Municipality, UAE.
11. "An invitation to form a committee to solve the problem of salinity in the coast of
West Region". Al-khaleej J., No.8030, 2001, U.A.E.
12. "Pruning & its rules and hazards‖. Al-Asimma Mg. No.64-2001, Abu Dhabi,
Municipality, UAE.
13. "The optimum way to protect the stands in our environment". Al-Asimma Magazine,
No.65-2001, page36, Abu Dhabi Municipality, UAE.
14. "The environmental amelioration of land productivity". Al-Asimma Magazine,
No.66- 2001, Abu Dhabi Municipality, UAE.
15. "Organic fertilizers ... Their types and usage" Al-Asimma Magazine, No.70- 2002,
Page58, Abu Dhabi Municipality, UAE.
16. "Palmaceae" Al-Asimma Magazine, No.71- 2002, Abu Dhabi Municipality, UAE.
17. "Mangroves" Al-Asimma Magazine, No.73- 2002, Abu Dhabi Municipality, UAE.
18. "Rhamnaceae" Al-Asimma Magazine, No.77- 2002, Abu Dhabi Municipality, UAE.
19. "Myrtaceae" Al-Asimma Magazine, No.84- 2003, Abu Dhabi Municipality, UAE.
20. "Planting the palms of tissue culture" Al-Murshid Magazine, No.18- 2003, Abu
Dhabi Municipality, UAE.
21. "Moraceae" Al-Asimma Magazine, No.87- 2003, Abu Dhabi Municipality, UAE.
22. "Mango. Its benefits, propagation and environmental needs" Al-Murshid Magazine,
No.21, 2003, Abu Dhabi Municipality, UAE.
23. ―The tooth brush tree (Miswak)... Its benefits and environmental needs‖ Al-Murshid
Magazine, No. 24, 2004, Abu Dhabi Municipality UAE.
24. ―Combretaceae‖ Al-Asimma Magazine, No.96-2004, Abu Dhabi Municipality, UAE.
25. ―Local Mang-grum and its habitat in Emirates‖ Al-Asimma Magazine, No.102-2004,
Abu Dhabi Municipality, UAE.
26. ―Prospects on the water requirements of Date Palm trees‖ Al-Murshid Magazine,
No. 25, 2004, Abu Dhabi Municipality, UAE.
27. ―The Forest-Shelterbelts ... its Construction & Importance‖ Al-Murshid Magazine,
No.27, 2005, Abu Dhabi Municipality, UAE.
28. ―Some applicable aspects of Mycorrhiza‖ Landscape Magazine, No.10, 2008,
published by: Money Line FZ LLC, Dubai Media City, Dubai, UAE.
………And many other articles.
Published and distributed Booklets & brochures
1. Prospects on Agriculture & Afforestation in Abu Dhabi, 2004. Directorate of
Agricultural Guidance, Marketing and Animal Husbandry, Abu Dhabi Municipality
&Town Planning, UAE.
2. The Guide of Agricultural Research & Experiment Station, 2004. Directorate of
Agricultural Guidance, Marketing and Animal Husbandry, Abu Dhabi Municipality
&Town Planning, UAE.
3. Supervise and contribute in preparing ―Abu Dhabi landscape design guideline
2009‖, PRFD, ADM, UAE.
4. Prepared brochure ―The Importance of Greening for Local Environment 2010‖ for
the Municipal pavilion at the World Future Energy and Environment (Expo), 17 to
20 January 2010, Abu Dhabi, UAE. (Updated on 2012).
5. Contribute in preparing 1st, 2nd and 3rd
(2012) UAE National Communications to the
Conference of the Parties of United Nations Framework Convention on Climate
Change (UNFCCC), under MOE coordination, UAE (Land use & Forestry Sector).
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6. Prepared &distributed file titled ―the basics of good pruning techniques‖ on 6
February 2011, which has already been introduced during a special workshop
theme that was held in July 2010 Municipal hall, Abu Dhabi .UAE.
7. Prepared &distributed a technical file on how to care for plant hedges on 8
February 2011, which has already been introduced during a special workshop,
ADM, Abu Dhabi, UAE.
8. Contribute in Abu Dhabi Quality and Conformity Council (ADQCC) publication (with
ADQCC‘s Pesticide Management Group-established in Sept.2012) of:
i) 1st Part - Pesticide Management in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi ―Regulatory
Roles and Responsibilities-2013‖, first edition, Abu Dhabi Specification
(ADS7/2013), ADQCC, Abu Dhabi, UAE.
ii) 2
nd Part - Pesticide Management in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi ―Program
Development Plan‖, 2015, ADQCC, Abu Dhabi, UAE.
9. Contribute in publication of Environment strategy of Abu Dhabi Municipality 2014 –
2020, ADM, Abu Dhabi, UAE. (With professional team work in ADM).
SOME CONSULTATIVE WORKS
Participate in the consultancy work of typical agricultural survey in Al Foaa Date
Palm farms, from 01/06 – 05/07/2005, Palms Development Company Abu Dhabi,
Al Ain city, UAE (Under Auspices of Private Office of Sheikh Hamid Bin Zayed Al
Nahyan).
According to PRGD request, participated in an environmental study conducted by
SNC-Lavalin International INC (Canadian company) in the Al-Taweelah area for an
Aluminum Smelter Project in Abu Dhabi Emirate, July 2006, Abu Dhabi, UAE.
Study ―Feasibility of the adoption and deployment of organic farming applications"
submitted in October 2006, which on its aftermath H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin
Zayed Al Nahyan Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi was proceeded a decree in the
establishment of Organic Agriculture Centre in Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, UAE.
Participating with the Consultative Group on the establishment of Abu Dhabi's
leading organic farms in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi (winner the Award for the Best
organic Honey, producing from the pure Sider tree- Ziziphus sp. plantation through
a competitive 3rd
INTERNATIONAL AWARD FOR THE BEST ORGANIC HONEYS
which was held in the city of Catania, Sicily – Italy 8th
December 2010).
Participated in providing a field study to Dalma Island "perspective in
developmental ways for the reality of Dalma Island‖ in March 2008. Abu Dhabi,
United Arab Emirates.
* And many others studies & technical reports that submitted to Abu Dhabi Municipality
Such as:
Major Landscape & Irrigation Issues in Abu Dhabi Island, UAE.
(Study -2005)
Rehabilitation of the green areas on the median of the highways roads (Report).
Abu Dhabi landscape design guideline with DS team.
* Besides periodical activities and voluntary actions as affiliated member in many
societies especially in renewal of the Annual National Report for the Convention
against Desertification.
WORKSHOPS AND LECTURES
1. Lecture‖ Trees as protectors of Environment ".On the occasion of Afforestation
week (6/3/2000) Petroleum field in Buhassa (ADCO), Abu Dhabi, UAE.
2. The Conference of Encyclopedia Researchers. Cultural Rewaq Osha Bint
Hussin, 29/01/2004, Dubai, UAE. (Lecture)
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3. Lecture ―The phenomenon of Desertification ―on the occasion of International
Day of Desertification (17/06/2004) .Public health and Environment
Administration by the cooperation of UAE Environmental Friends Society.
(Published in Al-Fadjer J., No.8078-2004 and Al-Asimma Magazine, No.98,
2004, Abu Dhabi Municipality, UAE).
4. Major Landscape & Irrigation Issues in Abu Dhabi Island, UAE. (Study -2005)
5. Contribute to the works and lectures during the plantation weeks celebrations
2007 (27) in Abu Dhabi (awarded Certificate of Appreciation 29/03/2007).
6. A lecture on "The impacts of Desertification", dated 25/04/2007, at the request
of Al-Qadisiyah Secondary School Management ( sponsored by the
PRFD,ADM), delivered in the presence of many school students, and their
teaching staff, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
7. Roundtable Symposium with the Dutch delegation at the invitation of MOEW -
the Abu Dhabi headquarters on 13/05/2009, about "Providing water to greening
and promote the green projects and sustainable agriculture around the cities",
Abu Dhabi, UAE (View the Municipal activities in the field of green landscape).
8. A lecture on "the importance of greening and perspective in the development of
protective windbreaks along the highways" , first agricultural forum in Zayed
city during the celebrations held on the occasion of the week afforestation,
March 2010.AD Western Region - covered in many newspapers and websites.
9. Workshop and Lecture ―The principles of proper pruning techniques‖
(01/07/2010), Municipal theatre, Abu Dhabi Municipality, UAE).
10. Workshop and Lecture ―Means and mechanisms to rehabilitate the pioneer
trees in Abu Dhabi city‖ (14/09/2010) .Municipal theatre, Abu Dhabi
Municipality, UAE).
11. Lecture ―Cyperus rotundus - the world's worst weed‖ 20/12/2010, Consultative
Workshop, Abu Dhabi Municipality, UAE.
12. Workshop ―Evaluation & Development of the current irrigation systems in Abu
Dhabi Emirate‖ with UPC, WR & Al Ain Municipalities, UAE University and
Estidama participations, 2nd Jan. 2011 , Environment Agency- Abu
Dhabi,UAE.
13. Workshop on "how to care for plant hedges‖ targeted all division engineers,
consultants and contractors, municipal theatre (January 2011), ADM, United
Arab Emirates.
14. Provide a lecture on "some practical aspects in the privatization and self-
financing forestry projects" in 31/05/2011 in the western region at the invitation
of the Department of Western Region Municipality, Emirate of Abu Dhabi, UAE.
15. Lecture "Domestic garden‖. The Ramadan Council, organized on 09/08/2011
by the Department of Community Service in Al Mushrif hall, Abu Dhabi, UAE.
16. Coordinative meeting, ―How to collect and analyze Data ―, 18/01/2012. DMA
with coordinators from Municipal UAE partners and other related ones regard
the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change
17. Workshop 2012. ―How to maintain the vegetative litters for recycling‖. Municipal
council (06/02/2012), Abu Dhabi Municipality, UAE).
18. Workshop with coordinators from Municipal UAE partners and other related
ones regard the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change, DMA, UAE.
(27/02/2012)
19. Coordination meeting for the Commission of land use & forestry on 21/03/2012
with some representatives of the parties concerned with statistics, Department
of Municipal Affairs, Abu Dhabi, UAE.
20. Workshop on "Annual Calendar of palm-care services," May 2012. PRFD, the
Municipality of Abu Dhabi City, UAE.
21. Workshop ―Developmental aspects of urban and street protective windbreaks‖,
14 Jan. 2013, Parks & Recreational Facilities, Municipality of Abu Dhabi City,
UAE (Submitted Translated Report to PRFD in December 2013).
22. Workshop ―The path to develop the landscape maintenance in Abu Dhabi ―The
Day of National Environment, Municipal council hall (04/02/2013), Abu Dhabi
Municipality, UAE.
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23. Workshop "Environmental Touches for Sustainable Domestic Gardens‖. The
Day of Gulf Environment 2013, Municipal council hall (25/04/2013), Abu Dhabi
Municipality, UAE.
24. Lecture on "Biological Diversity" presented during the workshop held on the
celebration of the International Day for Biodiversity May 22, 2013 under the
theme "Water and Biodiversity", in the municipal council, ADM, UAE.
25. ―Aspects of desertification and measures to combat it locally and globally ", 17
June – The workshop of the World Day to Combat Desertification 2013, under
the slogan "Don‘t let our future dry up" the municipal theater, Municipality of
Abu Dhabi city, UAE.
PARTICIPATIONS
1. Activities of the 3rd
scientific conference about Environment (2-4/4/1994). Popular
Society for Environmental Protection. Tiebreak, LIBYA. (Management&
Recommendations)
2. First International Conference on Environment & Development (19- 21 April 1994).
Benghazi, LIBYA. (Research)
3. Regional Conference on "Arab Women's interaction with science and technology" in
Abu Dhabi in cooperation with UNESCO & Ajman University of Science and
Technology , period 24-26 April 1999. Under the auspices of H.H. Sheikha Fatima
bint Mubarak (organizing committee of the conference).
4. Dubai International Conference on Desertification 2000 (12-16 Feb., 2000). Dubai,
UAE.
5. Activities of the afforestation week in Liwa city (8 March 2000), Abu Dhabi, U.A.E.
6. Meeting for preparation of the National Desertification Report. (18/4/2000).FEA,
Abu Dhabi, UAE.
7. Special meeting for suggested Project about the "Primary studying of Natural
reserves in U.A.E. (18 June 2000). Federal Environmental Agency, Abu Dhabi,
UAE.
8. 2
th
International Symposium and Workshop on Arid Zone Environments: Research
and Management Options for Mangrove and Salt Marsh Ecosystems 22-24
December 2001, Abu Dhabi, UAE.
9. Environment & Energy 2003 Exhibition & Conference, Abu Dhabi International
Center 2- 5 February, Abu Dhabi, UAE.
10. 2
nd
Asian Ministerial Conference on UNCCD Implementation in Preparation for the
Sixth Session of the Conference of the Parties to UNCCD, 7-11 June 2003, Abu
Dhabi, UAE.
11. Regional Workshop on ―Date Palm Development in Arabian Peninsula‖, 29 – 31
May 2004.ICARDA and the Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries – UAE. In
collaboration with UAE University and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), Abu
Dhabi, UAE.
12. Symposium on organic agriculture. Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries in
collaboration with AAAIO, Abu Dhabi, 4-6/10/2004, United Arab Emirates.
13. Scientific Symposium on the ideal fertilization for date palm trees. Organized by
Emirates Factory for Biological fertilizers (Al-Ain), Abu Dhabi Chamber of
commerce & Industry, 12/10/2004, United Arab Emirates.
14. The1st
Date Palm Exhibition& Scientific Symposium, 14-16 December, 2004
.Organized by Date Palm Friends Society at UAE University building – Al-Ain,
UAE.
15. The Synergy in Implementation of UNFCCC, CCD, CBD – Workshop, Abu Dhabi,
Jan 10-12, 2005, UAE.
16. Environment 2005, Exhibition &Conference, Abu Dhabi International Exhibition
Center, UAE. (30 January-2 February 2005)
17. Symposium on the experience of Saline Agriculture in Emirates. In collaboration
with Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries, Municipalities, ICBA, UAE
University...and others, General Secretariat of Municipalities in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
(14/03/2005)
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18. 1st
Regional Consultation Meeting on ―Abu Dhabi for Implementation of the Priority
Activities for the Regional Action Program (2003 – 2008)‖. Federal Environmental
Agency, 10-12 March 2005, Abu Dhabi, UAE.
19. The 3rd
Joint UAE – JAPAN Symposium on Sustainable GCC Environment and
Water Resources, Jan.28-30th
2006 (EWR 2006).Organized in Abu Dhabi by UAE
university jointly with Japan Cooperation Center, Petroleum (JCCP).UAE.
20. FAO Workshop UF in WECA. A City Case Study Regional Outlook Study, Urban
and Peri-Urban Forestry and Greening in West and Central Asia. 5-7 April 2006,
Rome, Italy.
21. Symposium ―Agricultural fertilizers and preservation of the environment & human
health‖, 4 - 5 November 2007 under the auspices of the MOEW, Royal Meridian
Hotel, Abu Dhabi, UAE.
22. Scientific Symposium‖ Environmental techniques to produce non-chemical organic
fertilizers ―, August 26, 2008, PRFD with cooperation of ADCP, Abu Dhabi, UAE.
23. Scientific Symposium ―Urban Gardening practices… Current and futuristic status‖
Nov. 03, 2008. General Secretariat of Municipalities, Abu Dhabi Emirate, UAE.
24. Scientific Symposium ―Pesticides for Organic Farms ―Nov. 23, 2008. Ministry of
Environment & Water, Dubai Emirate, UAE.
25. Scientific Symposium ―Local Environmental plants are a wealth that needs to
maintain‖ Nov. 26, 2008. General Secretariat of Municipalities, Dubai Emirate,
UAE. (The session have been published briefly on the Al - Murshid journal No. 41 –
2008, Abu Dhabi)
26. Forum & Workshop on Environmental Policies of Abu Dhabi Emirate, Feb. 09 – 11,
2009. Organized by EAD, Abu Dhabi, UAE.
27. ICBA‘s 10th
Anniversary 25 -26 March 2009. Under the Patronage of the Minister of
Environment and Water, Dubai, UAE.
28. Workshop on Environmental Awareness Feb. 25, 2009. Discussion the statement
of having ―An informed and aware population contributes to environmental
sustainability‖ and the strategic initiatives of EAD to achieve that with relevant
stakeholders. AD, Abu Dhabi, UAE.
29. 2nd
consultation workshop on Abu Dhabi Climate Change Policy Final Draft , May
4,2009, Rotana Beach Hotel-Abu Dhabi, Environment Agency-Abu Dhabi , UAE.
30. Consultative workshop "Development of Zayed Street in Abu Dhabi Island" in the
12 - 13/01/2010, Municipality of Abu Dhabi City, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
31. The workshop of the final wording for preparing the 2nd
National Communication of
UAE to UN Framework Convention on Climate Change Abu Dhabi (3 May 2010),
MOE, Abu Dhabi, UAE.
32. GCC Municipalities Towns Development Global Competitiveness Strategy
Conference, June 6-10, 2010, Burj Al Arab Hotel, Dubai, UAE.
33. Consultative workshop ‗ RFP draft preparation for Abu Dhabi Centre of plant
Genetic Resources‖ with British and Australian Royal Gardens and South Korean
Genetic resources Centre participations, 27-28 September 2010, Environment
Agency- Abu Dhabi,UAE.
34. 3rd
International Conference& Exhibition, Geosynthetics Middle East 9 – 10 Nov.
2010, Abu Dhabi, UAE.
35. Seminar at Zayed Complex for Herbal Research ―Protection of the Medicinal Plants
in the UAE‖ 24 November, 2010, Health Authority – Abu Dhabi, Under the
Patronage of the Minister of Environment and Water, Al Mafraq, Abu Dhabi, UAE.
36. 2nd
International Conference Enviro-Cities 2010 ―GREEN CITIES‖, November 28 -
29, 2010, Intercontinental Hotel, Dubai, UAE.
37. Inception Workshop for the 3rd
National Communication of UAE to UN Framework
Convention on Climate Change Abu Dhabi (21st December 2010), MOE, UAE.
38. Continuous consultative workshop ‗RFP preparation for Abu Dhabi Centre of plant
Genetic Resources‖, 28-29 December 2010, Environment Agency- Abu Dhabi,
UAE.
39. Workshop ―Evaluation & Development of the current irrigation systems in Abu
Dhabi Emirate‖ with UPC, WR & Al Ain Municipalities, UAE University and
Estidama participations, 2nd
Jan. 2011 , Environment Agency- Abu Dhabi,UAE.
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40. Al Multaqa Forum Tent Activities to share the comments & suggestions of Bain Al
Jessrain& AD Gate City residents about Municipal services in their area
(28/02/2011), Abu Dhabi, UAE.
41. Khalifa International Date Palm Award Celebration (15/03/2011). Emirates Palace,
Abu Dhabi, UAE.
42. International Plant Expo Middle East (IPM 2011) in Dubai, 26-28 September 2011,
Sponsored by MOEW, UAE.
43. 4th
International Conference& Exhibition, Geosynthetics Middle East 25 – 26 Oct.
2011, Abu Dhabi, UAE.
44. PRFD Workshop in Khalifa Park with delegates from Kingdom of the Netherlands
(22/11/2011), Abu Dhabi, UAE.
45. 1st
Meeting of National Executive Committee for preparing the National
Communication of UAE to UN Framework Convention on Climate Change Abu
Dhabi (4th
January 2012), MOE, Abu Dhabi, UAE.
46. Workshop on the Engineering Module 22/01/2012, ADM theatre, Abu Dhabi, UAE.
47. Abu Dhabi Emirate Agricultural policy Draft, External Stakeholders Consultation
Meeting, ADFCA, Rocco Forte Hotel - Abu Dhabi (8th
Feb.2012), UAE.
48. 2nd
Meeting of National Executive Committee for preparing the National
Communication of UAE to UN Framework Convention on Climate Change Abu
Dhabi (11th
March 2012), MOE, Abu Dhabi, UAE.
49. Integrated Pest Management Symposium 12 March 2012, Abu Dhabi Food Control
Authority (ADFCA), Rotana Hotel – Al Ain, UAE.
50. ―An Economic Plan for a clean Environment ―11/04/2012 .Lecture by Kristina
Johnson. Emirates Centre for Strategic Studies & Researches (ECSSR), Abu
Dhabi, UAE.
51. Municipal Best Practices Forum 18 -19 April 2012. Under the Patronage of H.H.
Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan Deputy Prime Minister & Minister of
Presidential Affairs, Abu Dhabi, UAE .( Presentation - Proposed Mechanisms for
Introducing Native Plants in Landscaping Projects ) .
52. Coordination Meeting ―Working Group for Pesticides Management ― to Set Criteria
and Standards Related to Pesticides , AD Quality & Conformity Council , Abu
Dhabi , UAE ( 10 July 2012 ).
53. Coordination meeting on the implementation of Ministerial Council Resolution No.
27 of2012 on ―The control regulation of public health pesticides ", MOEW, Dubai,
UAE (01 Aug. 2012).
54. Coordination Meeting ―Working Group for Pesticides Management ―, AD Quality &
Conformity Council, Abu Dhabi, UAE (24 September 2012).
55. Meeting of National Executive Committee for preparing the 3rd National
Communication of UAE to UN Framework Convention on Climate Change Abu
Dhabi (26 September 2012), MOE, Abu Dhabi, UAE.
56. Workshop to discuss and review the draft assessment of biodiversity in the UAE at
the local, national, and regional levels. On 07/10/2012 at the EAD headquarters,
Abu Dhabi, UAE.
57. 5th International Conference Geosynthetics ME2012 & Exhibition, 19 – 20 Nov. 2012,
Abu Dhabi, UAE.
58. Participate in Emirates International Date Palm Festival 2012 (26 Nov. to 01
December), Display of Municipal Affairs Department (As ADM Exhibitor).
59. Inventory Results Workshop, Abu Dhabi GHG Inventory, Wednesday, Jan.9, 2013,
Rocco Forte Hotel, Environment Agency- Abu Dhabi, UAE.
60. Coordination Meeting ―Working Group for Pesticides Management ―, AD Quality &
Conformity Council, Abu Dhabi, UAE (03 April 2013).
61. Meeting of National Executive Committee of National Communication of UAE to
UN Framework Convention on Climate Change Abu Dhabi (26 September 2012),
with the H.E. Minister of MOE, Abu Dhabi, UAE. (24 April 2013).
62. EAD lunches the 1st
Greenhouse Gas Inventory Report for Abu Dhabi Emirate,
May 19, 2013, Environment Agency - Abu Dhabi Auditorium, Al Mahmora Bld. Abu
Dhabi, UAE.
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63. ME Summit 2013 – Smart Landscape, 27 – 28 May 2013, Alittihad Towers
(Jumera) Abu Dhabi, UAE (Abu Dhabi Municipality Delegate).
64. Coordination Meeting ― The Development of High Level Biodiversity Strategy for Abu
Dhabi Emirate ―On 24/09/2013 at the EAD headquarters, Abu Dhabi, UAE.
65. Stakeholder workshop organized by EAD ―Biodiversity Strategy for the Emirate of
Abu Dhabi ― on 7th
October 2013 , Ritz-Carlton Hotel , Abu Dhabi, UAE.
66. 6th
Geosynthetics Middle East (GeoME) - International Conference & Exhibition.
Organized by SKZ German Plastics under the Patronage of Abu Dhabi City
Municipality, 29 – 30 Oct. 2013, Abu Dhabi, UAE.
67. 5th
International Date Palm Conference. Under the Patronage of H.H.Sheikh Khalifa
Bin Zayed Al Nahayan ,President of UAE, on 16 – 18 March 2014 , Emirates Palace
, Abu Dhabi , UAE.
68. ME Smart Landscape Summit 2014. 06 – 07 May 2014, Jumeirah Emirates
Towers, Dubai, UAE. (Led up the Roundtable Discussion ―Park Management ―and
announce its results - ADM Delegate).
69. MEED‘s Smart Cities 2014. 9 -10 September 2014, Sofitel hotel, Palm Jumeirah,
Dubai, UAE.
70. Stakeholder Workshop ― Abu Dhabi Environment Policy Agenda‖ , Environment
Agency- AD,16 Nov. 2014 , Eastern Mangroves Hotel & SPA, Abu Dhabi, UAE.
71. Future Landscape & Public Realm, 9 – 10 Feb.2015, Westin Abu Dhabi, UAE.
And in many others; local seminars, scientific lectures and presentations on
various occasions in addition to the interior workshops within the corridors of ADM.
INTERVIEWS & TELEVISED MEETING
An interview "Scientific aspects in forest shelterbelts planting". Al-Asimma
Magazine, No.53, 2000, Page 86-91, Abu Dhabi Municipality, UAE.
An interview on "opinions about the Crown Prince's decree to establish a center of
organic agriculture in Abu Dhabi." Al Etihad newspaper, 23/11/2006, Abu Dhabi,
United Arab Emirates.
"Abu Dhabi adorned with flowers." An interview with the editor of the Gulf
newspaper, No. 11229, 15/02/2010, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
Television interview via the channel of Abu Dhabi Emirates "the importance of
green spaces on our lives‖ on the occasion of awarding Abu Dhabi city the first
prize of among other Arab cities, 2010," emanating from the awards of the Arab
Towns Organization with the Director of PRFD in ADM (Abu Dhabi TV Emirates
07/03/2010).
TRAINING COURSES
1. Methods of Universal teaching (Course- May 1990, Mosul University)
2. Scientific Training Symposium ―Pesticides for Organic Farms ―Nov. 23, 2008.
Organized by Ministry of Environment & Water, Dubai Emirate, UAE.
3. ArcGIS - training course (GIS) organized by the division of spatial data in the
municipality of Abu Dhabi city for the period 27 - 29/10/2009, Abu Dhabi, United
Arab Emirates.
4. Training course ―Economic Opportunities in Desert Environment‖, 22 – 24
November 2009, MOEW with UNEP and UNCCD, Dubai, UAE.
5. Training course "Classification of phytoplankton that causing red tide" 14 - 18
March 2010, under the auspices of the MOEW and the organization of the UAE
University in Al Ain, UAE.
6. The UPC Public Realm Design Manual Training Workshop on 17th of May 2011,
Rotana hotel, organized by UPC, Abu Dhabi, UAE.
7. Course ―planning and implementation program‖, organized by the Municipality of
Abu Dhabi City, in cooperation with the Creativity Center, for the period 06-08
/12/2011, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, UAE.
8. Capacity Strengthening Workshop, IPCC Greenhouse Gas ―Emission Inventory
Preparation ―Feb.12-21, 2012. EAD&Senes consultant limited, EAD, Abu Dhabi,
UAE.
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9. GIS Training course 4- 5 and 7 June 2012. Al Zafrana Conference hall, 2nd Floor,
ADM, UAE.
10. Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) Awareness Rising Session for the UAE
―Climate and Carbon Reporting in Practice‖ 06/06/2012, Masdar City, UAE.
11. ICDL Certificate.
12. Contributing in training and qualifying the horticultural and agricultural engineers.
THANKS & APPRECIATIONS
1. Certificate from the Chairman of the Supreme Committee for the Zayed Prize for
participation in the success of the conference of the Dubai World Desertification 12-16
February 2000, Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
2. Acknowledgement certificate from the Director of Agricultural Extension, marketing and
livestock wealth Department for participating in the Issue Al Murshid magazine in 8
November 2000, ADM, Abu Dhabi, UAE.
3. A certificate of appreciation from the Director of Agricultural Extension , marketing and
livestock wealth Department for participating in the Issue Al Murshid magazine in 01
May 2003, ADM, Abu Dhabi, UAE.
4. A certificate of appreciation from the Director of Agricultural Extension , marketing and
livestock wealth Department for participating in the Issue Al Murshid magazine in 16
September 2003, ADM, Abu Dhabi, UAE.
5. Acknowledgement certificate from the Chairman Board of the Association of
Environment Friends for outstanding participation in the events and activities of the
association in promoting environmental awareness (20/06/2004), Abu Dhabi, UAE.
6. A certificate of thanks and appreciation from the General Secretariat of UAE
Municipalities for the participation in a symposium "Emirati experience in saline
agriculture " (14/03/2005), Abu Dhabi , UAE.
7. Tribute to extend the contract and appoint consultant position: a letter ( No. 882 on
April 19, 2005) from H.H.Sheikh Hamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the
Department of Economy-Abu Dhabi addressed to H.E. the President of Municipalities
and Agriculture Department , Abu Dhabi , UAE.
8. Acknowledgement from the sector of roads and Technical Services- Department of
Municipalities and Agriculture - Abu Dhabi Municipality to participate in the success of
the week afforestation activities 2007 (29/03/2007), Abu Dhabi, UAE.
9. Acknowledgement from Qadisiyah secondary School for participating in the success of
the activities of "Environmental Forum" (25/04/2007), Abu Dhabi, UAE.
10. Certificate of Appreciation from the General Secretariat of UAE Municipalities for the
paper presented by us in the symposium "acts of urban gardening ... current and
future reality" (03/11/2008).
11. Thanks and appreciation from the General Director of WR Municipality from
participating in the first afforestation Forum (events within week afforestation - 2010),
Zayed city, Abu Dhabi, UAE.
12. Acknowledgement of H.E. the Minister of Energy on the efforts and distinctive
contribution to the success of the 2nd National Communication to the United Nations
Framework Convention on Climate Change for the UAE (03/05/2010).
13. Acknowledgements from Datamatix, the Department of Competitiveness Strategy
Conference (14/07/2010), regard participation.
14. Thanks and appreciation from the Environmental Center for Arab Towns from
participating in events and exhibition of the 2nd World Conference 2010, the urban
environment, "Green Cities" 28-29 November 2010.
15. Acknowledgement of H.E. the Minister of Energy on the efforts and distinctive
contribution to the success of the 3rd National Communication to the United Nations
Framework Convention on Climate Change for the UAE (21/12/2010).
16. Acknowledgement from PRFD with the municipal shield for the significant contribution
to get the first rank in the municipal Arab Towns Organization Award for the category
of greening (2010-2011).
17. Abu Dhabi Municipality Award for Excellence (2nd
Rank winner-Technical category
2010 - 2011), Municipality of Abu Dhabi City, UAE.
18. Thank & appreciation with financial award from HRD, AD Municipality (Ms.Muna Al
Rashidy – 2011).
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19. Honor by the General Director of Abu Dhabi Municipality , due to contribution in
raising proposals of Business Development , at a ceremony held at the Municipal
Theatre on 30/01/2011, Abu Dhabi, UAE
20. Acknowledgement from the Roads Division for supporting them in their presentation
"the development of landscape projects in Abu Dhabi city ," that presented in the Ninth
International Conference about urban governments and smart cities for the period 27-
29 January 2011, Bangalore ,India
21. Thanks and appreciation from the WR Municipality, lecture 31/05/2011, Zayed city,
Abu Dhabi Emirate, UAE.
22. Acknowledgement from community service division, lecture ―Domestic garden", Abu
Dhabi City (09/08/2011).
23. Acknowledgements and certificate from creativity center of participation in the planning
and implementation program, period 6 - 8/12.
24. Training certificate in the field of greenhouse gas emissions inventory - the
Environment Agency - Abu Dhabi (12 - 21 February 2012), UAE.
25. Acknowledgements and certificate from Spatial Data Division of participation in
workshops from 4-5 & 7 June 2012, ADM, UAE.
26. Award and appreciation certificate by the Chairman of Municipal Affairs Department of
Abu Dhabi Emirate (City Award Ceremony held in the theater of General Women's
Union on June 23, 2013) for contributing to the success of the contest the most
beautiful home garden in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi 2013, which was held under the
slogan " my garden my city " was organized under the patronage mother of Her
Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak.
27. Award and appreciation certificate by the General Director of the Municipality of Abu
Dhabi City due to our participation in the development of the ―Environmental Strategy
of the Municipality of Abu Dhabi City 2014 – 2020‖. (25/12/2013)
28. Appreciation certificate, by the organizing committee of the 5th
International Date Palm
Conference and General Secretariat of Khalifa International Date Palm Award, for the
significant effort and contribution to the success of the event that held in Emirates
Palace 16-18 March 2014, Abu Dhabi, UAE.
29. Appreciation certificate, by PRFD Director, at the end of services, ADM, Abu Dhabi,
UAE. (18-03-2015).
SKILLS
Researching in various Field of Forestry
Establishment of Forest Shelterbelts and Windbreaks.
Desertification, Climate change.
Horticultural Landscape, , Planning Projects
Wildlife & Environment Conservation.
Assessment and revision of researches and landscape projects
Organic Agriculture.
Ability in training, consulting, data analysis and organisational skills.
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Dr.Riad Abdul-Latif, New Zealand, E-mail: latif@ihug.co.nz
Eng. Robert Auger,PM, SNC.LAVALIN International , Quebec ,Canada,
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Dr.Younis Suleiman,BC, Canada, E-mail: ysuleman2001@yahoo.com
Dr.Omar Al-Saaydi, Dept. Natural Resources, College of Agric., Omar Al-Mukhtar
Univ., Al-Bayda, Libya.
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Eng. Faray Hassan Al Mazroui ,PGD Director , faray72@gmail.com
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Eng. Ahmed Badr AlMuraikhi, PRFD Director, a.almuraikhi@adm.abudhabi.ae
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