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7/11/25, 2:17 PM UAE Circular Economy Council discusses policies to accelerate shift to circular models and expand biofuel production | Web Release
His Excellency said: “The circular economy is a key pillar of the UAE’s new economic model for the next 50 years,
which is built on more diversified and resilient economic components. In this context, we will continue, through the

Council, to strengthen cooperation with relevant federal and local government entities as well as the private sector, to
accelerate the development of UAE circular economy policies across four main sectors – manufacturing, food,

infrastructure, and transportation – ensuring the optimal utilization of natural and financial resources.”

Private sector’s active participation in circular economy transition

His Excellency emphasized the importance of the private sector’s active participation in the national circular economy
ecosystem, encouraging it to adopt cleaner production methods and technologies, reduce environmental pressures, and

meet basic needs, in line with the UAE’s vision of becoming a global leader in green development.

Sheikha Shamma added: “The circular economy is not just an environmental commitment; it represents a strategic
opportunity to achieve long-term, sustainable economic growth. In the UAE, we believe in our ability to transform

challenges into achievements, and we continuously strive to empower entrepreneurs and develop innovative solutions
that turn waste into valuable resources. We will continue to strengthen collaboration with partners in both the
government and private sectors to support policies that advance the circular economy, ensuring sustainable prosperity

and environmental responsibility for future generations.”

Initiatives to foster innovative circular economy projects

The latest meeting of the Circular Economy Council focused on developing innovative policies and ventures, including
economic models to support private sector companies operating in this promising field. The meeting featured a

presentation on the legislative, regulatory, and national policy frameworks that underpin the UAE’s vision for a
sustainable and innovative circular economy, aligned with global best practices.

The Council also reviewed a set of incentives and initiatives designed to encourage projects that enhance resource

sustainability and promote the adoption of circular practices across all key sectors, fostering sustainable production and
consumption chains. These efforts are part of the UAE’s broader ambition to establish itself as a global hub for the

circular economy within the next decade.

Localizing innovation and technology in circular manufacturing

Moreover, the meeting explored future directions for localizing innovation and technology in circular manufacturing,
recognizing them as key pillars in the transition toward a more sustainable and resilient economy. The Council
underscored the critical role these elements play in delivering advanced solutions for industrial processes, ensuring

optimal resource utilization, minimizing waste, enhancing productivity, and reducing the environmental footprint of the
industrial sector.

Digital platform to support circular economy startups

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