Amman-based Jordan Ahli Bank (JAB) is partnering with environmental consultancy firm Sol Environment to produce biodegradable paper bags, according to a statement picked up by Zawya. In a bid to get rid of single-use plastics, the cooperation aims to produce biodegradable paper bags and distribute them to shops gratis.

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• The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) received four offers from financial advisory firms to provide independent power producer advisory solutions for their 900 MW phase six of the Al Maktoum solar park, a company statement said.
• Algeria inked a USD 3.2 mn agreement with the UN’s Food and Agriculture Organization and Global Environment Facility to bolster agricultural production in the Kabylie region, according to green economy publication Afrik21.