European Union launches ‘EU-GCC Green Transition Project’ at World Future Energy Summit

  • Date: 18-Apr-2024
  • Source: Emirates 24/7
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  • Country:UAE
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European Union launches ‘EU-GCC Green Transition Project’ at World Future Energy Summit



In a significant step forward for clean energy and climate action, the European Union (EU) launched the EU-GCC Cooperation on Green Transition project. The event took place at the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) pavilion during the prestigious World Future Energy Summit (WFES) in Abu Dhabi.
The project aims to create a joint platform to exchange best practices and expertise between the EU and the GCC stakeholders, promoting and adopting policies and technologies that support the GCC’s green transition, and fostering a collaborative business environment between EU green tech companies and their counterparts in the Gulf region.
The launch of the project signifies a turning point in the global transition towards a clean energy future, marking a critical commitment to collaboration sets a powerful example for the international community, paving the way for a more sustainable and prosperous future for all.
Collaboration for a Sustainable Future
The launch event featured keynote addresses from distinguished speakers, including Lucie Berger, Ambassador of the European Union to the United Arab Emirates, Lukasz Kolinski, Head of Unit Renewables and Energy System Integration at the European Commission, and Tarig Ahmed, Regional Programme Officer - MENA Region at IRENA. The speakers underscored the significance of international collaboration in addressing global