Dubai’s World Green Economy Summit to highlight value of a green urban environment

Dubai’s World Green Economy Summit to highlight value of a green urban environment

The 8th World Green Economy Summit (WGES) will discuss green urbanism, and the importance of designing cities to be smarter and more sustainable in dealing with climate change.

It will also address the importance of promoting the resilience and competitiveness of cities to enhance their capacity in dealing with climate risks and advance the quality, welfare, and happiness of individuals.

WGES 2022 is held under the patronage of HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai and organised by Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) and the World Green Economy Organisation (WGEO) from September 28 to 29, 2022 at the Dubai World Trade Centre.

Sustainable development

“Pursuing sustainable economic development and building a better future for the current and next generations are strategic priorities of the UAE. We seek to achieve these goals through establishing an integrated legislative framework, coupled with initiatives and programs that promote the transition to an inclusive green economy. Mainstreaming green urbanism practices and designing resilient cities are key enablers of our climate change mitigation and adaptation drive and will contribute to achieving the UAE Net Zero by 2050 Strategic Initiative,” said Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri, Minister of Climate