The UAE Council for Climate Action discussed progress on national climate initiatives in collaboration with relevant authorities and preparations for COP29 in Azerbaijan this November.
Chaired by Dr. Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, Minister of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE), the Council’s third 2024 meeting saw her thanking members and teams for their efforts towards a sustainable future. She highlighted the UAE’s active role in global climate forums, such as the G20 Agriculture Ministers’ Meeting in Brazil and the upcoming UN General Assembly, stressing the UAE’s commitment to climate action both locally and internationally.
Dr. Al Dahak emphasised the UAE’s Net Zero 2050 goal, which is being realised through ongoing projects. She expressed confidence in the Council’s ability to implement this vision across all sectors, reinforcing the UAE’s history of translating climate promises into tangible actions.
The meeting focused on updates regarding the Net Zero Strategy 2050, stressing the need for continued stakeholder collaboration. The Council also explored legislation to minimise the societal and economic effects of climate change, aiming to promote sustainable growth.
Further discussions addressed the carbon market project and Carbon Pricing Study, including future analyses of suitable pricing mechanisms. The Council reviewed the progress of the National Dialogue for Climate Ambition (NDCA), with 14 sessions completed and 138 companies signing MOCCAE’s Climate Responsible Companies Pledge.
Representatives from key ministries and authorities, including TAQA, Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, and various municipal departments, were in attendance.
