The Dubai Carbon Centre of Excellence, a public-private partnership to fast-track clean energy projects, has launched the State of Sustainability Report - UAE 2016, which seeks to identify key factors to fulfill sustainable development in the UAE.
The report is the first one in a series of annual publications, which will serve as a tool for analysis and communication with stakeholders and partners to support and enhance future reports and reporting requirements, a statement said.
The report was launched under the leadership of the UAE Ministry of International Cooperation and Development, in partnership with the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Federal Competitiveness and Statistics Authority, at the World Government Summit.
The report is expected to become a platform for highlighting progress, solutions and success stories in the fields of economic, social and environmental sustainable development on a national and international setting.
Furthermore, the publication also highlights the progress made by the public and private sectors in the state in terms of achieving the 17 goals of sustainable development that were adopted by the UN during World Summit on Sustainable Development.
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Foreign Minister, said: “This report reflects the ongoing efforts of the government towards sustainable development in achieving a greener economy. The UAE Government remains committed and will continue to support the larger objective as outlined by the UN to protect and create an environment for sustainable development.”
Sheikha Lubna Al Qasimi, Minister of State for Tolerance, said: “The UAE is fully committed to fulfilling the 2030 agenda and we are rapidly progressing towards attaining the Sustainable Development goals set by the agenda. Issues such as access to clean energy, food, education, healthcare, and sustainable economic growth remain the focus of the leadership of the nation. ”
Reem Ebrahim Al-Hashimy, Minister of State for International Cooperation and chairwoman of the Federal Competitiveness and Statistics Authority and Director General of Dubai Expo 2020 Bureau, said: “The State of Sustainability: UAE 2016 report presents an opportunity to explore and develop impactful policies to accelerate progress in fulfilling the 2030 Agenda. The Federal Competitiveness and Statistics Authority is committed to provide the all the necessary advisory to ensure the fulfillment of the country’s national and global priorities.”
Waleed Salman, chairman, Dubai Carbon, said: “The State of Sustainability: UAE 2016 Report is an important milestone in accomplishing Sustainable Development as it provides an in-depth analysis of eco-efficient measures being implemented in the country. Our aim will now be to work towards fulfilling these goals in the next 15 years.”
Dubai Carbon conceptualises, manages, executes and monetises greenhouse gas reduction measures. By doing so, it addresses climate change and promotes sustainable development across the region in an economically viable way, the statement said. - TradeArabia News Service
UAE sustainability report identifies key factors
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