Fast fashion has transformed the way we shop, making the latest trends available at incredibly low prices and encouraging us to constantly update our wardrobes. While this may seem exciting and affordable, there is a hidden cost behind the clothes we wear. The fast fashion industry has a significant impact on our environment, from excessive water consumption and textile waste…
The United Nations awarded three new world restoration flagship awards at the 17th Session of the Conference of the Parties to the UN Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD COP17) in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. The event held on 26th August 2026 was jointly led by the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) and Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO). The world…
Dwelling in the Antarctic coastal exists waddles and colonies of them. The icon of the arctic and easily the most recognizable birds. They are considered the largest in size within their species, extraordinary divers, and social animals, the Emperor Penguin—also known as Aptenodytes forsteri (scientific name)—survives and breeds in the harshest weather conditions of Antarctica. They live up to 20…
Flying High for a Greener Tomorrow: DPS Sharjah Awarded the Prestigious Green Flag! Delhi Private School, Sharjah has officially reached a massive landmark in its sustainability journey—we are now officially a Green Flag School! The prestigious Green Flag Award Ceremony was a powerful celebration of our school community’s unwavering commitment to protecting the planet and nurturing responsible global citizens. A…
In celebration of World Bee Day on 20th May 2026, the entire school community united to promote awareness about the vital role bees play in maintaining biodiversity and supporting environmental sustainability. The initiative aimed to deepen students’ appreciation for these essential pollinators and their critical contributions to global ecosystems. Throughout the week, students across all grade levels explored the ecological…
Harvesting the Desert: The Future of Food Security in MENA “Climate change is no longer a distant threat, it is already reshaping how the world grows and consumes food.” Sanvika Sandeep, Raghav Krishna, Aditya Mankodi, Khwahish Punjabi, Suthirth Parthiban, Kashf Hasan, Ananya Manikandan Food security, defined as access to sufficient, safe, and nutritious food, is a growing concern in the…
Climate Challenges in the UAE: Community Pathways to Food Security The DPS Sharjah family shows how even small actions can make a big change, by consistently following the UAE Food security goals, and starting small initiatives to support these goals. Adel E, Fathima A, Jaivardhan M, M Daniyal, Shyam M, Saatvik S We regularly ignore how conveniently food comes to…
On December 23, 2025, approximately 50 students from Grades KG1 to 12, alongside staff and parents from Delhi Private School, Sharjah, actively participated in the Emirates Environmental Group’s “For Our Emirates We Plant” campaign in Ras Al Khaimah. This initiative, which aligns with the UAE’s national theme of Sustainability – Community and Family, saw the school rewarded with the planting…
We must cooperate and support each other, for together we can protect our environment and build a sustainable future for the generations to come.” — His Highness (the late) Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan On November 19, 2025, Delhi Private School, Sharjah, successfully concluded the Mladi-Al-Bi’ah exchange program, welcoming the Croatian delegation for a final day of high-level collaboration…
The Arab Art Competition, held in celebration of Arab Environment Heritage Week, successfully united several schools to honor the intersection of cultural legacy and ecological preservation. The program opened with a soulful Quranic recitation by Adel and an insightful presentation on environmental conservation efforts within the UAE and the broader Arab world. The event featured evocative artistic tributes, including a…