His Excellency Suhail bin Mohammed Al Mazrouei, Minister energy Infrastructure said, “Thanks to the vision of the wise leadership, the UAE continues to drive efforts towards achieving the goal of net zero by strengthening partnerships across borders and across sectors. These partnerships can accelerate the development and adoption of innovative technologies to remove carbon. Climate technology in the UAE is in line with With this priority and will strongly support the country’s climate ambitions and commitments.”
He added, “At the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, we aim to contribute to achieving net zero in the UAE through close cooperation with our partners. We will benefit from advanced climate-smart technologies in the energy, infrastructure, housing and transportation sectors, in line with the UAE’s long-term goals.” the next fifty years.”
His Excellency Salem bin Khalid Al Qasimi, Minister of Culture and Youth, said: “At the intersection of culture and climate lies a unique opportunity to create a more sustainable future for our planet. We must work together to reduce the impact of climate change on the world’s cultural heritage and preserve traditional and indigenous practices. It is my hope that platforms such as the Climate Technology Conference will help start the conversation to protect and shed light on valuable traditional knowledge. The UAE is proud to be leading the way in this direction which highlights our commitment to climate critical sectors.”
Thani bin Ahmed Al-Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs commerce He said: “Today, more than 70 percent of the UAE economy is not dependent on oil. We are also one of the world’s leading investors in renewable energy, not just at home but throughout the developing world. However, these economic diversification and energy transition ambitions require the constant pursuit of new technologies and a clear understanding of how these technologies will be widely adopted. The Emirates Climate Technology Forum, organized by ADNOC and Masdar, is playing an increasingly important role in these efforts and, as such, is a perfect example of how the UAE can take a progressive, next-generation approach towards meeting our commitments under the Paris Agreement. . I look forward to supporting the forum and welcoming future technologies into the UAE ecosystem.”
Her Excellency Sarah bint Yousef Al Amiri, Minister of State for Public Affairs education and advanced technologyHe said, “Promoting and accelerating climate action is a strategic priority for the UAE. We are working to drive decarbonization and sustainable growth through an ecosystem integrated with policy, technology, access to finance, and public, private and international partnerships as key enablers.
“As part of Operation 300Bn, we launched a technology transformation program to advance the adoption and development of technology applications and solutions to drive efficiencies, accelerate decarbonization across the entire industrial value chain, and drive sustainable industrial growth.
We are also investing in research and development to drive technological advancement in key areas including hydrogen, carbon capture and storage, water desalination, digital technology and smart mobility solutions in order to phase out fossil fuel emissions and create the green industries of the future. ”
Her Excellency added: “The Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology, in partnership with ADNOC and Masdar, is hosting the Emirates Climate Technology Forum to highlight the UAE’s path towards carbon removal and Net Zero, and the role that climate technologies play in accelerating this path.
The forum is an important regional and international platform for policy makers, technology leaders, climate experts and industry players to meet and explore promising investment potentials and opportunities for climate technologies and green industries in line with the Year of Sustainability and the UAE’s preparations to host COP28.
Abdel Nasser Bin Kalban, CEO of Emirates Global Aluminum (EGA), said: “Getting to net zero by 2050 requires new technologies, many of which have to be developed by industries working together. At UAE Climate Tech, we will discuss what we have achieved During more than three decades of technological development at EGA, and what needs to be done further.
Ahmed Mohamed Al Naqbi, CEO of Emirates Development Bank, said: “Climate change is one of the biggest challenges facing our world today, and its impact is far-reaching. As we approach COP28 in Dubai Expo City This November, the Emirates Climate Technology Platform presents an opportunity for us to showcase the power of cross-sectoral collaboration in the fight against climate change. At Emirates Development Bank, we believe that financing renewable energy sources and energy efficiency is critical to achieving the UAE’s Net Zero goals by 2050 and driving sustainable development in line with global efforts. Our participation in this event allows us to connect with industry leaders, finance experts and technology innovators to accelerate the transition towards cleaner energy sources and a carbon-neutral economy. We are excited to share our vision and commitment to supporting the global fight against climate change and collaborating with like-minded individuals and organizations to create a sustainable future for all.”