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    Download the Sustainability Guide to turn your Plan to Action

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    Join our Mangrove clean-up and planting events across the UAE

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    Download the Sustainability Guide to turn your Plan to Action

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    Join our Mangrove clean-up and planting events across the UAE

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    2024

    UAE Year of Sustainability

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    About us

    Building on the momentum of raising awareness for a brighter future, we're moving beyond learning to translate last year's sustainability lessons into action. The "Plan to Action" tagline guides our efforts in four key areas: responsible consumption, green transportation, water and energy reduction, and planting wisely. Join us in building a more sustainable future. We'll guide you towards sustainable practices for your mind, body, finances, and the environment.

    His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates, announced the extension of the Year of Sustainability to include 2024, with the aim of encouraging sustainable practices and collective action.

    Learning Together

    At Home, At School

    Estidama Craft

    Estidama Craft

    Step into the world of Estidama Craft, a unique interactive realm designed to make learning about sustainability more fun.

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    Inspiring Heroes

    Inspiring Heroes

    Discover inspiring stories from the people of the UAE, showcasing their dedication to sustainability and innovative practices.

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    SUSTAINABLE WEEKENDS

    SUSTAINABLE WEEKENDS

    Explore the UAE's hidden sustainable gems with your family and discover the unique experiences these eco-friendly locations offer.

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    YOUTH CORNER

    YOUTH CORNER

    As the next generation of sustainable leaders, YOU are the future! And we are here to help you cultivate the necessary skills to shape that future together.

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    Collaborating Together

    At Work

    How To Collaborate

    How To Collaborate

    Participate with us in the Year of Sustainability initiatives for a more sustainable present and future.

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    Workplace Awareness

    Workplace Awareness

    Lead the way towards a sustainable UAE. Inspire your colleagues and community to embrace sustainability practices at work and beyond.

    Open Call For Entities

    Open Call For Entities

    Apply now to receive the “Plan to Action: Year of Sustainability’s Seal,” be featured on the “Plan to Action Map,” and inspire collective action for a sustainable future.

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    UAE Efforts and Resources

    UAE Efforts and Resources

    Below are some resources to help align your business objectives, strategies, and investments with the UAE's environmental goals.

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    Creating Together

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    Sustainable Production

    Let's rethink production mindfully by discovering sustainable solutions and materials through innovation, upcycling, and repurposing products.

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    Our Sustainability journey

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    Our Past

    Evidence of human settlement dates back to 3 million BC, highlighting a history of thriving communities since the Palaeolithic era. In ancient times, the UAE's Iron Age civilizations pioneered Falaj irrigation systems, harnessing water from rain and underground sources to cultivate flourishing oases. The region also served as a vibrant hub for international trade, leaving behind a lasting legacy of innovation and resourcefulness. The late Sheikh Zayed built upon that heritage, recognising the importance of water conservation, human development, and trade expansion.

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    Saving water

    Did you know that the late Sheikh Zayed oversaw the construction of remarkable engineering feats, including the Wadi Al Wurayah Dam and the Hatta Dam?

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    Our Present

    Today, the UAE is celebrated for its diversity and peaceful coexistence, home to over 200 nationalities contributing to its dynamic society. Following in Sheikh Zayed's footsteps, the government emphasises sustainable development through strategic investments in renewable energy, technology, and infrastructure. As a global trade hub, the UAE leads in sustainability initiatives, promoting environmental stewardship and economic resilience, particularly in renewable energy sectors.

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    Did you know?

    Did you know that Zayed Port has been recognised for the last four decades as one of the region's pioneers of the maritime industry?

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    Our Future

    Looking ahead, the UAE is committed to leading in sustainability and innovation, envisioning a prosperous future built on conservation and renewable energy. Future initiatives focus on promoting a circular economy and ensuring access to clean air, water, and energy for local and global communities. By honoring its rich heritage while embracing innovation, the UAE aims to set a global example of progress, shaping a promising tomorrow for generations to come.

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    2050

    Did you know that the UAE is the first MENA country to announce a strategic initiative to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050?

    RENEWABLES

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    SUSTAINABILITY

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    CIRCULAR ECONOMY

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    SUSTAINABILITY

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    CIRCULAR ECONOMY

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    SUSTAINABILITY

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    CIRCULAR ECONOMY

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    ECO-FRIENDLY

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    RECYCLING

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    SOCIAL RESPONSIBILTY

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    ECO-FRIENDLY

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    RECYCLING

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    SOCIAL RESPONSIBILTY

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    ECO-FRIENDLY

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    RECYCLING

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    SOCIAL RESPONSIBILTY

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    LOCAL INITIATIVES

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    GREEN COMMUNITIES

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    RENEWABLES

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    LOCAL INITIATIVES

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    GREEN COMMUNITIES

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    RENEWABLES

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    LOCAL INITIATIVES

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    GREEN COMMUNITIES

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