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4/2/24, 10:13 AM Dubai Municipality awarded Golden category at Global Environment Award for Environment Management Industry | Web Release
The Municipality received recognition for its ‘Sustainability Projects System’ initiative. This initiative

aims to showcase the Municipality’s accomplishments and sustainable projects, further emphasizing its

commitment to integrated management of environmental, sanitation and waste systems. Moreover, it
seeks to encourage environmental sustainability practices, enhance natural resource management, and

introduce innovative strategies to reduce the effects of climate change. Furthermore, the initiative aims

to raise awareness on emerging environmental challenges.

This system has been instrumental in fostering a positive environmental impact within the Emirate.

Through effective measures such as carbon emission reduction, promotion of a green circular economy
and sustainable renewable energy sources, it strengthens the Municipality’s core principles, advancing

Dubai’s sustainability goals and improving overall quality of life.

Dubai Municipality has established a comprehensive system of sustainability projects. Among these are

the Al Warsan Waste-to-Energy Plant project, the Biogas-to-energy project, and the trading of carbon

credits on the Dubai Financial Market. Furthermore, the Municipality has attained ISO 14001
certification for its Integrated Environmental Management System and ISO 5000 certification for its

integrated energy management system. The Municipality also played a key role in 10 global

competitiveness indicators for smart cities.

Additionally, the Municipality has launched the ‘More Sustainable Dubai’ initiative alongside its

significant role as a key partner in the United Nations Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP
28). This initiative reinforces the Municipality’s commitment to implementing sustainable practices and

standards in Dubai that are aimed at preserving its natural resources. These efforts have the potential to

enhance the overall quality of life and sustainability within the emirate.

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