Dubai has unveiled an ambitious initiative to attain carbon neutrality, setting a target of achieving a 50% reduction in emissions by 2030. This new plan aims to build upon the progress made in transitioning towards clean energy over the last decade, establishing a clear roadmap to reach the net-zero objective by 2050.
Abdulla Mohammed Al Basti, Secretary General of The Executive Council of Dubai, reiterated the city’s commitment to environmental sustainability and climate action, aligning with the goals outlined in the Paris Agreement.
Aligned with the UAE’s hosting of COP28, Dubai has announced its intention to double its carbon emission reduction efforts, targeting a 50% decrease by 2030.
Dubai’s 2030 Emission Reduction Target Reflects Strong Commitment to Sustainable Practices
This ambitious goal underscores Dubai’s dedication to a sustainable future, emphasizing environmental protection, biodiversity, resource conservation, a substantial increase in renewable energy, and the advancement of a green and circular economy.
Ahmad Buti Al Muhairbi, Secretary General of the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, highlighted the structured approach taken by key government entities to develop prudent energy policies and clean energy projects.
This approach, aligned with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals, has led to a significant transformation in the energy sector, employing a successful market-based strategy and the public-private partnership (PPP) model.
Mark Watts, Executive Director of C40, commended Dubai for its commitment to address climate risks and emissions by launching a climate action plan in line with the Paris Agreement.
The plan, the first of its kind in the Middle East, outlines citywide targets and sectoral pathways to achieve a 50% reduction in emissions by 2030 compared to 2018 levels, according to Arabian Business.
Dubai, through partnerships with regional and international organizations in clean energy, has established green funding mechanisms, balanced risks, and expanded local capabilities to play a dynamic role in its energy transition. This approach has attracted clean energy investors, created an appealing market for renewable technologies, and facilitated the development of significant clean power projects.
Dubai’s achievements include the world’s largest single-site solar power park, the region’s first hydropower plant, a green hydrogen facility, a waste-to-energy plant, and the production of green aluminium.