Ministry of Climate Change and Environment reclassifies 64 air quality monitoring stations in the UAE

Ministry of Climate Change and Environment reclassifies 64 air quality monitoring stations in the UAE

Dubai, United Arab Emirates: As part of the Year of Sustainability initiative and in line with efforts to enhance the quality of life for better community health and welfare, the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) has updated the classification of 64 air quality monitoring stations. This reclassification is consistent with the ministry's 2022 directive that set forth the requirements for classifying these stations, reinforcing the country's commitment to upholding the highest environmental and climate standards.

Aligned with the Year of Sustainability and part of the UAE's preparation to host the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP28), the decision aims to establish a unified national system for categorising air quality monitoring stations across the country. This approach makes these stations more congruous for evaluation and comparison, reinforcing the country's commitment to its environmental responsibilities.

The reclassification is part of efforts to reach the "National Agenda for Air Quality 2031" goals. The MOCCAE launched this agenda last year in September, following approval by the UAE Cabinet. The agenda acts as a guiding framework for federal and local government bodies and private sector organisations to collaboratively monitor and manage air quality, reduce pollution, and boost air quality. It aligns with the