Taskforce to implement Muscat Green Initiative

Taskforce to implement Muscat Green Initiative

Sayyid Saud al Busaidi, Governor of Muscat, held discussions on Sunday to bolster Oman's commitment to carbon neutrality by 2050.Muscat – Sayyid Saud bin Hilal al Busaidi, Governor of Muscat, held discussions with a delegation on Sunday to bolster Oman’s commitment to carbon neutrality by 2050. The meeting concluded with a decision to establish a dedicated team to oversee execution of the Muscat Green Initiative, marking a significant development in the sultanate’s journey towards a greener future.

The meeting was attended by key figures, including Dr Abdullah bin Ali al Amri, Chairman of Environment Authority; Dr Mansour bin Talib al Hinai, Chairman of Public Services Regulatory Authority; and H E Dr Mohammed bin Ali al Mutawa, Undersecretary for Urban Planning in the Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning. Experts from the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources, and Muscat Municipality also presented their insights.

Focused on the Muscat Green Initiative, the meeting aimed to fortify nature conservation, biodiversity preservation and expansion of green spaces within Muscat governorate. Such efforts are expected to significantly improve air quality and public health, and mitigate climate change impacts.

Discussions also covered the selection of viable sites for tree plantation across Muscat’s wilayats and addressed potential challenges,