The 28th UN Climate Change Conference (COP28) took place in Dubai from 30 November to 12 December 2023. Read about the decisions taken at COP28 to mitigate the effects of climate change.
The framework of the National Biodiversity Strategy 2031 includes, protecting, monitoring and developing ecosystems and local species, conserving local genetic resources, promoting research and innovation, and enhancing awareness and building competencies.
The strategic objectives include rehabilitating and restoring 80 per cent of degraded land and marine areas, preserving at least 21 per cent of land and marine ecosystems, and improving the status of endangered native species by 10 per cent.
The global Initiative to decarbonise waste - ‘Waste to Zero’ - aims at accelerating decarbonisation and reducing emissions resulting from waste management activities. The first-of-its-kind initiative addresses the challenges of the waste management industry and its impact on the environment and climate.
The Guideline on Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) in the UAE aims to accelerate the deployment of technology and innovation for sustainable aviation fuels. As per the Guideline, at least 1 per cent of the total fuel supplied at the UAE’s airports to the UAE’s airlines in 2031 will be sustainable and produced locally.
One of the main objectives of the guideline is to produce 700 million litres of sustainable aviation fuel yearly by 2030. It also aims to develop the national regulatory environment for sustainable aviation fuels and lead global cooperation in this field.
The National Guide for Smart Construction in the UAE is to be applied to all construction projects in the country, including buildings, roads, bridges, and tunnels. The guide aims to standardise building design through the adoption of smart building indicators and ensure the best models of smart construction and digital design.
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