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COP30 and Islamic Finance: Can We Restore Al-Mizan Before It’s Too Late?
“And the heaven He has raised high, and He has set up the balance.” (Quran 55:7)
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Taking action for COP30: Guided by Faith, Acting for Justice
As COP30 in Brazil approaches, we are reminded that the call for climate action is not only scientific and political, it is deeply ethical and spiritual. For Muslims, the Qur’an…
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Sleeping Giants & Hidden Bridges: Unblocking $400B in Climate Capital through Islamic Philanthropy
That’s the bold proposition behind a new report from Greenpeace MENA and the Ummah for Earth Alliance. The report reveals that redirecting just 5% of Islamic finance assets toward renewable…
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Islamic Education in the age of climate crises: Call for environmental integration
Climate change is no longer a future threat; it is a faced reality. Many Muslim-majority countries are already experiencing frequent and heavy climate impacts. Rising temperatures, water scarcity, displacement, and…
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Blue Sukuk and Sacred Seas: Islamic Finance as a Catalyst for Ocean Protection
While deserts define much of the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) landscape, the region’s three vital seas—the Mediterranean, Red Sea, and Arabian/Persian Gulf—face mounting threats from climate change, pollution,…
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A Salute to Women and Girls in Science
“Overall, female researchers tend to have shorter, less well-paid careers. Their work is underrepresented in high-profile journals and they are often passed over for promotion”, UNESCO
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ISLAMIC BLENDED FINANCE FOR CLIMATE ACTION
Fighting against climate change requires a multifaceted approach, and funding plays a crucial role. Three key types of funds that support clean technologies, resilient infrastructure, and vulnerable communities:
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How a young woman is changing northern Kenya’s climate story
This article was written by Barack Oduor and was first published in the Eastleigh Voice
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Ummah for Earth Alliance’s demands for faith leaders
In COP28, we as Ummah For Earth Alliance urge faith leaders to prioritize the following demands in their work to ensure the active involvement and commitment of Muslim communities and all other faith communities in the global climate movement.
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Go back to school with an eco-friendly spirit!
The back-to-school season is approaching in most regions of the world. It can constitute the perfect time to embrace eco-friendly habits that can make a positive impact on our planet…
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A Summer Guide for Eco-Friendly Holidays
As the temperature keeps increasing and August’s sun is shining on us all, many people are looking forward to a well-deserved break and a chance to refresh on the beaches…
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Greening the Ummah: How Can Muslims Embrace Technology for Environmental Solutions?
Nowadays, technology is emerging fastly as a blessing for our planet. Digital communication has revolutionized the way we connect, educate, and mobilize people around the world, providing unparalleled opportunities for…
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For an eco-friendly life journey that starts with Hajj
As the world is re-experiencing the blessing of Hajj, an opportunity arises today and for the upcoming years to work on preserving this blessing for our children and grandchildren.
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World Environment Day: to #BeatPlasticPollution we must all be mindful consumers
World Environment Day raises awareness and encourages action on pressing environmental issues. This year the theme is plastic pollution, a major global challenge that threatens the health of the planet…
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Fasting through Nature: A Lesson from an Elder and a Peach Tree
During the month of Ramadan, a few young men saw an elder sitting down and eating a peach under a tree in a secluded place during the day.
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Ramadan – A Catalyst for Maintaining Ecological Balance
Allah has created the planet with a specific balanced system for us to live in and prosper.
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Ways to adopt green habits for Ramadan
Ramadan is a holy month in Islam, where Muslims are supposed to fast from sunrise to sunset. This holy month means a lot to all Muslims as it unifies all…
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“Zero Waste Iftar”: Celebrating the International Zero Waste Day in Ramadan
The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) recognized on the 14th of December 2022 the importance of zero-waste initiatives and proclaimed 30th of March as the International Day of Zero Waste…
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Harnessing Islamic Finance for a Green Future
“The stone age did not end because we ran out of stones”
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Green Waqf: a sustainable approach to philanthropy
Green Waqf is a concept that emerged and became popular over the past few years. It combines “green” referring to the environment and “Waqf, a term from Islamic law literature.
