Abu Dhabi Achieves 95% of the First Phase of the Environmental Centennial Plan 2071
The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi, in collaboration with its strategic partners, has announced significant progress in the first phase of the Abu Dhabi Environmental Centennial Plan 2071, achieving a completion rate of 95% by the end of 2024. This achievement reflects Abu Dhabi’s commitment to enhancing a future vision aimed at building a more prosperous and sustainable environment. These results are part of ongoing efforts to realize the environmental ambitions the emirate aims to achieve by 2071.
Progress Made in the Plan
In its second year, the plan, which extends from 2023 to 2025, continues to lead the environmental sustainability agenda, recording 359 achievements and 63 positive outcomes that exceed the set objectives. Among the entities involved in these accomplishments are the Department of Municipalities and Transport, the Department of Culture and Tourism, the Department of Energy, and the Department of Government Empowerment, along with numerous international partnerships and activities across 24 countries worldwide.
Achievements of the Three Pathways
The first pathway, known as “A Vibrant Emirate Flourishing with Nature,” achieved an accomplishment rate of 88%, featuring a comprehensive plan for aquaculture and the launch of the first hydrogeological map of the country. Additionally, an integrated framework for air quality modeling was developed, along with a guide for using bicycles and electric bikes, reflecting Abu Dhabi’s commitment to the environment across all aspects of life.
The second pathway, “A Green Force Tackling Climate Change,” surpassed 102% of its targeted goals, with multiple plans related to adapting to the impacts of climate change implemented. Standards for smart agriculture were developed, and comprehensive renewable energy infrastructure was built, contributing to enhanced energy and water efficiency by 2030.
On another front, a completion rate of 97% was achieved in the third pathway, “Environmental Enablers for Leading the Future.” The public policy for “Dark Skies” was launched to reduce light pollution, in addition to organizing the 12th Global Conference on Environmental Education. These steps highlight the efforts made to raise environmental awareness and involve the local community in these initiatives.
Moving Towards the Next Phase
The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi, in collaboration with strategic partners, continues to implement ambitious plans to achieve the Environmental Centennial Goals 2071. By strengthening local and international partnerships, the emirate is building on its achievements to create a sustainable and prosperous environment for future generations. With the progress made so far, Abu Dhabi appears determined to fulfill its environmental commitment as it enters the second phase of the Abu Dhabi plan to achieve the Environmental Centennial Goals 2071.