MOCCAE presents UAE’s journey in enhancing air quality at Climate and Clean Air Conference 2023

MOCCAE presents UAE’s journey in enhancing air quality at Climate and Clean Air Conference 2023

DUBAI, 6th June, 2023 (WAM) -- In line with the Sustainability Year and the UAE's preparation for hosting the 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28), a delegation from the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) showcased the UAE's expertise in enhancing air quality and effectively reducing pollution at the Climate and Clean Air Conference 2023 in Bangkok.

During the event, which attracted a wide participation of international experts and decision-makers, the delegation shed light on the National Air Quality Agenda 2031, as well as the UAE's significant efforts and initiatives towards improving air quality and reducing air pollution.

Aisha Mohamed Abdullah Al Abdooli, Director of Green Development Management at the Ministry, highlighted the country's launch of the UAE Air Quality Index (AQI). This tool displays the real-time air quality status of the country and monitors it using satellite technology. The National Air Quality Platform, which receives data from 31 monitoring stations across the various emirates, serves as a singular reference point for real-time air quality in the country, providing the community with the information they need to avoid areas of high pollution.

Furthermore, the delegation spotlighted the National Air Quality Agenda 2031, approved by the UAE Cabinet in June 2022, which provides