UAE Ministry of Climate Change and Environment launches marine plastic waste monitoring programme

UAE Ministry of Climate Change and Environment launches marine plastic waste monitoring programme

Dubai, United Arab Emirates - As part of its efforts to preserve marine resources, seawater quality, and beach cleanliness within the general framework of Year of Sustainability, the UAE Ministry of Climate Change and Environment has launched an integrated programme to monitor plastic waste in the marine and coastal environment of the country. A series of scientific studies will be conducted as part of the programme to enhance efforts to reduce plastic waste.

The studies will use a wide range of methods to measure the quantities and sizes of plastic waste in the country’s seawater and beaches. The study aims to identify the types of plastic pollution in the country's waters and then implement the necessary precautionary measures to ensure the safety and health of humans and marine life. Additionally, it highlights the importance of adopting responsible consumption within society to minimise plastic waste and avoid disposing of it in seawaters and the environment in general.

His Excellency Dr. Mohamed Alhammadi, Assistant Undersecretary for Biodiversity and Marine Life Sector at the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment, said: "We continue to implement the latest global practices in environmental conservation to contribute to preserving natural resources and reduce the negative impacts of environmental