Public transport in Dubai to be emission-free by 2050

Public transport in Dubai to be emission-free by 2050

Dubai has approved a roadmap to make public transport emission-free by 2050.

Dubai has approved a roadmap to make public transport emission-free by 2050. Under the initiative, the emirate’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) will accelerate the adoption of electric and hydrogen-powered vehicles to its fleet of buses, school transport, taxis and limousines.

It is part of an integrated strategy to contribute to adapting to climate change and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The RTA will also rehabilitate the infrastructure and expand the use of clean energy to encompass buildings and facilities, in addition to recycling waste.

A zero-emission public transport system will prevent nearly 8 million tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions - the equivalent of planting 132 million trees. It also equates to financial savings of Dh3 billion by 2050.

This came as Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, chaired a meeting of the Executive Council on Wednesday.

The roadmap is in line with the UAE’s vision to transform climate change challenges into opportunities to advance economic diversification and achieve sustainable economic development. These will be done by developing new industries, technologies, skills and jobs that support environmental protection and preservation.

Dubai’s move consolidates the nation’s emergence as a leader