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6/14/24, 4:28 PM Statement by Ahmad Saeed bin Meshar Al Muhairi, SLC Secretary General, on World Environment Day 2024

Today's commemoration of the World Environment Day highlights the importance of
promoting environmental awareness, adopting environment-friendly practices, and for all

community members to assume their responsibilities in protecting the environment and

ensuring its sustainability for future generations. This event holds special significance in
the UAE, as our nation is becoming a model of environmental advocacy and sustainable

practices, guided by the directives and vision of our wise leadership. The UAE has
expanded its recycling efforts, increased reliance on renewable and clean energy

sources, optimised hydrocarbon resource use, implemented environment-friendly waste

management practices, and established the Dubai Environment and Climate Change
Authority.

The Dubai Environment and Climate Change Authority, established under Law No. (11) of
2024 issued by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice

President and Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai (May Allah protect him), is the

competent authority in the Emirate in charge of all matters related to devising, developing,
and managing plans, policies, and strategies for climate change, environmental

protection, food security, and other environmental matters. On this occasion, we, at the

SLC, reaffirm our commitment to developing a legislative framework that supports and
promotes sustainable environmental practices.

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