( CNN ) -- Saving the Arabian Oryx . The Arabian Oryx has roamed the deserts of the Middle East for centuries , a symbol of endurance and an inspiration to the region 's poets . In recent years however , over-hunting has seen Oryx numbers fall to near unsustainable levels . IME visits the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve to learn more about efforts to save the endangered animals . Cedars Eco-tourism . High in the mountains of Lebanon grow the country 's ancient cedar trees . Prized for their fragrant wood , they are considered a national symbol and feature prominently on the Lebanese flag . IME visits the Al Chouf Cedar Reserve to learn how local conservationists are using eco-tourism to preserve the much cherished trees . Green Awareness in the Gulf ? The UAE entered into the green spotlight earlier this year when it was announced that Abu Dhabi would become the permanent hub for the International Renewable Energy Agency ( IRENA ) . But just how much do people in the oil rich Gulf state know about the environment ? IME investigates . Fast Food into fast fuel . A slick new initiative in the UAE is turning used cooking oil from French fries and chicken McNuggets into bio-diesel -- an organic fuel . A specially equipped factory gathers used oils from McDonald 's kitchens and transforms them into a renewable fuel for the fast food restaurant 's logistic trucks . IME tells the story of kitchens and carbon reductions . Watch the August show from Abu Dhabi at the following times : . Wednesday 3 August : 0730 Saturday 6 August : 1230 , 1930 Sunday 7 August : 0530 , 1730 Monday 8 August : 0330 ( all times GMT )
UAE investigates efforts to preserve the Arabian Oryx . Conservationists are using eco-tourism to help maintain Abu Dhabi 's cedar tree population . An initiative in the McDonald 's is transforming used cooking oils from UAE into bio-fuels .