UAE President announces 2024 as Year of Sustainability, extends 2023 theme

UAE President has announced 2024 as the Year of Sustainability today, extending 2023's theme into the new year.

Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan made the announcement today on National Environment Day.

Taking to X, the leader said: "On this occasion, we affirm that protecting the environment and preserving resources is a basic priority within the UAE’s established sustainability approach, and a collective responsibility for all members of society."

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"We renew our determination to continue working with various countries of the world to confront the risks facing the environment and to build on the historic UAE agreement resulting from the COP28 conference for a better future for humanity," he added.

Throughout last year, the Year of Sustainability championed raising awareness of the UAE's sustainability values, encouraging behaviour changes that inspire collective progress. This year, the theme continues to invite everyone that calls the UAE home to join in the collective effort to adopt sustainable practices through a range of community-driven initiatives and activities themed around sustainability.

The Year of Sustainability team, driven by the achievements of 2023, extends its invitation to individuals and communities to engage in shaping initiatives for the coming year. All ideas for impactful activities, innovative initiatives, and community-driven projects are welcomed and can be shared via email at Contact@UAEYearOf.ae.

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