UAE: Ministry leads national efforts with Green Retreat ahead of COP28

UAE: Ministry leads national efforts with Green Retreat ahead of COP28

The event brings together national experts and strategic partners from various sectors to advance climate action in the UAE

UAE Ministry of Climate Change and Environment officials at the Green Retreat. — Wam

By Wam Published: Sun 9 Apr 2023, 9:26 PM

The UAE Ministry of Climate Change and Environment recently hosted ministers and over 150 high-ranking officials from 50 government and private entities at the 'Green Retreat'. This collaborative event showcased the UAE's dedication to addressing climate change and served as a strategic precursor to the nation's much-anticipated hosting of the Conference of Parties (COP28) later this year.

Held in Expo City Dubai, the Green Retreat unfolded under the inspiring theme 'United for Climate'. The event harnessed the collective power of various stakeholders, building on their accomplishments in climate change action, environmental preservation, and sustainability promotion across the nation. By fostering innovative ideas and projects, the retreat facilitated a collaborative approach to showcase the UAE's most impactful initiatives in the lead-up to hosting COP28 in Dubai, set to take place from November 30 to December 12.

The Green Retreat was attended by Sheikha Shamma bint Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan, President and Chief Executive Officer of the UAE Independent Climate Change Accelerators (UICCA); Mariam