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EEG To Launch ’Clean Up UAE’ Campaign
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The Emirates Environmental Group, EEG, has announced the 16th edition of the 'Clean Up UAE'
campaign to be launched on the 16th December, under the patronage of Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansouri, Tallest of the Tall
Minister of Economy, at the Dubai Al Ain Road, near Dubai Outlet Mall.
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Al Mansouri said that environmental protection practices are one of the most prominent manifestations of
developed countries and societies. He highlighted the UAE’s keenness to instill a culture of preserving the Milestones
environment and its resources, which are considered as assets for future generations and collectively form a Facts at a Glance
pillar for achieving sustainable development. "The late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan emphasised the
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official authorities, but one that concerns all," he added.
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The minister went on to say that paying attention to the cleanliness of the environment, showing its beauty
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considered a great support to governmental efforts to protect the environment.
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He emphasised the importance of ‘Clean Up UAE’ as a pioneering national initiative that stems from the
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sustainable environment. He noted that this initiative represents a positive and practical reflection of the ‘Year
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Habiba Al Marashi, EEG Chairperson, said that the role of the organisation to protect and preserve the
Middle East News environment has been clear and effective for 26 years. The Clean Up UAE Campaign, initially organised by Dubai Metro Infographic
the Group 16 years ago, coincides with the UAE National Day celebrations. The meaningful campaign hence
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DCG Social Media "When the campaign was first started in 2002, it gained participation from only four emirates. Successfully, Stations
with a large number of public, private and academic institutions joining the campaign in 2005, the group was
EVENTS able to unite all seven Emirates under the umbrella of this initiative. Green Line
Concerts & Shows "The current cycle of the campaign aims to emphasise the importance of working together to make the Nearest Landmarks
country a healthier place, as well as highlighting the responsibility and actions that the individual should take (Red Line)
Social & Art towards a better environment," she concluded.
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