UAE plays leading role in global eco-friendly energy scene: Ministers, officials

UAE plays leading role in global eco-friendly energy scene: Ministers, officials

UAE ministers and officials emphasised the importance of the International Day of Clean Energy, celebrated on 26th January, as it reflects the growing global interest in sustainable energy sources as the best solution to achieve a just and inclusive transformation for all.

In statements to the Emirates News Agency marking the first International Day of Clean Energy, which coincides with the anniversary of the founding of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), they highlighted the UAE's leading role in the eco-friendly energy scene at all levels and pumping investments aimed at accelerating the transition to a more sustainable future. They also congratulated IRENA on its efforts in continuing to support the launch of renewable energy projects around the world and turbocharging the climate action drive globally.

Dr. Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, said that the UAE, driven by its leadership's forward-looking vision, is playing a leading, active role regionally and globally in the field of renewable energy to secure the future of humanity and the planet.

He congratulated IRENA on its efforts to promote renewable energy projects, and called on all its members to intensify their efforts to meet the world's need to triple the capacity of