Mariam bint Mohammed Al Mheiri, Minister of Climate Change and the Environment, asserted that the UAE stands ready to host the Conference of the Parties (COP28) this November.
Al Mheiri said: “We see COP28 in the UAE as a living testament to our achievements and a hopeful glimpse into the future. It represents a crucial juncture in our commitment to assist humanity in confronting one of its most profound challenges.”
The minister also highlighted the UAE’s pivotal role in developing global climate initiatives and paving the way for a brighter future for subsequent generations.
She noted: “The UAE’s approach to climate action hinges on inclusivity and synchronized efforts across a spectrum of stakeholders, encompassing federal and local government bodies, the private sector, and community members from diverse backgrounds.”
Moreover, the official stated that the united strategy guarantees broad participation aligns with their international environmental pledges and aims to limit the global temperature rise to well below 2°C.
Al Mheiri underlined that they focus on forging a resilient climate and ecological future, collaborating closely with all stakeholders to amplify our conference’s global goals.
“Recent times have showcased the UAE’s unwavering commitment to its climate pledges, especially with the update of our Nationally Determined Contributions and the bold target of cutting emissions by 40% by 2030, based on the business-as-usual scenario,” she indicated.
“This aligns with the UAE’s goal of reaching Net Zero by 2050, complemented by the introduction of the National Hydrogen Strategy and the revised National Energy Strategy 2050.”
“We will transform climate change challenges into opportunities and, united in our efforts, we will ensure that COP28 becomes a defining moment in the UAE’s and humanity’s pursuit of a sustainable future marked by prosperity, development, and global advancement,” the minister concluded.
