UAE Aims for Zero Emissions by 2050

The UAE has announced an initiative to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050 as it will invest a total of AED600 billion in clean and renewable energy until 2050 as part of efforts to reduce carbon dioxide emissions.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, said all institutions in the UAE will work as one team to achieve the project's goals.

The UAE’s Net Zero 2050 Strategic Initiative announced today is consistent with the longstanding vision of the UAE and its people to make a significant contribution to global sustainability efforts while supporting economic and human development both at home and around the world. pic.twitter.com/afSWMWPXt6

— محمد بن زايد (@MohamedBinZayed) October 7, 2021

"The country will play its global role in combating climate change," he added.

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Forces, also highlighted the significance of the initiative.

"The Net Zero 2050 Strategic Initiative is consistent with the longstanding vision of the UAE and its people to make a significant contribution to global sustainability efforts while supporting economic and human development both at home and around the world," said Sheikh Mohamed.