Abu Dhabi fines company Dh150,000 for repeatedly damaging rare desert formations
Dubai: A company in Abu Dhabi's Al Dhafra region has been fined Dh150,000 for repeatedly damaging rare desert formations known locally as Al Barqa and failing to comply with orders to suspend its activities, the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) announced. The agency said it had taken enforcement action against the company following repeated environmental violations that caused damage to a…
The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) has imposed a Dh150,000 fine on a company based in Al Dhafra region for repeatedly damaging rare desert formations called Al Barqa and not heeding warnings to suspend operations that were harming the area. These flat-topped hills, formed over millions of years, are integral to Abu Dhabi's desert landscape but are highly sensitive to human activity.
Touching them with vehicles or encroaching structures renders any damage irreversible. The EAD emphasized the importance of preserving these formations not just as part of the emirate's geological heritage but also to safeguard the wildlife that depends on them. Inspections will continue across Abu Dhabi to ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
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