UAE accelerates to net zero with nationwide emissions reduction of 40% by 2030 in proactive Third Update to Second NDC

UAE accelerates to net zero with nationwide emissions reduction of 40% by 2030 in proactive Third Update to Second NDC

DUBAI, 11th July, 2023 (WAM) -- Following the UAE Cabinet’s approval of the Third Update of the country’s Second Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) under the Paris Agreement, the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) today announced a comprehensive roadmap to achieving 40 percent emission reduction by 2030 compared to business as usual.

The Third Update of the Second NDC marks a nationwide emissions reduction commitment with clear targets set for all domestic sectors. This will bring the entire nation together, including the public and private sector, to accelerate the UAE’s journey to Net Zero emissions by 2050.

Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri, Minister of Climate Change and the Environment, said the Third Update of the Second NDC marks a step-change in the nation’s approach to greenhouse gas emission reduction.

“In the Year of Sustainability, when our nation hosts COP28, this milestone announcement underlines our national commitment to more ambitious climate action. The UAE believes that climate action across every aspect of our economy is vital for creating a prosperous future.”

“The UAE, under the leadership of our President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, views climate action not only as a strategic imperative for the environment and our future generations,