World Green Economy Summit kicks off at Dubai Expo with industry experts

World Green Economy Summit kicks off at Dubai Expo with industry experts

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The 7th edition of the World Green Economy Summit (WGES), one of the leading global forums on the green economy, kick-started in the Dubai Exhibition Centre at Expo 2020.

Under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the event is organized by Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) and the World Green Economy Organization.

The opening ceremony was attended by a number of ministers, thought leaders from around the world, and senior officials of leading companies. Mr. Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Managing Director and CEO of DEWA and Chairman of WGES, delivered his remarks to formally welcome all attendees to the two-day summit and HE Mariam bint Mohammed Saeed Hareb Al Mheiri, Minister of Climate Change and Environment of the UAE, gave the opening address.

Saeed Mohammed Al TayerMD & CEO – DEWAChairman – WGES

“This year’s Summit is held under the theme ‘Galvanising Action for a Sustainable Recovery’ and focuses on four main themes: Youth, Innovation and Smart Technologies, Green Economy and Policies, and Green Finance. The event promises to generate meaningful investments in these fields and create new job opportunities. The green economy is expected