Abstract:
The Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, chaired by H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, convened to assess Dubai’s progress in carbon emission reduction as part of the UAE’s Net Zero 2050 Strategy and the Dubai Carbon Abatement Strategy 2030. Key discussions focused on enhancing district cooling efficiency, strengthening regulatory frameworks, and implementing sustainable building standards to support Dubai’s urban expansion and environmental goals.
Key Highlights:
- Progress on Carbon Emission Reduction: Updates on Dubai’s initiatives to align with the Net Zero 2050 Strategy and Dubai Carbon Abatement Strategy 2030.
- Enhancing District Cooling Efficiency: Review of the regulatory framework to optimize district cooling services and ensure sustainable energy use in urban developments.
- Mandatory Green Building Standards: Starting in 2026, all government buildings in Dubai must comply with Al Sa’fat—Dubai Green Building System, enhancing energy efficiency and sustainability.
- Advancing Clean Energy Solutions: Discuss cutting-edge carbon reduction technologies to accelerate Dubai’s transition to a low-carbon economy.
- Supporting Sustainable Urban Expansion: Strategies to integrate sustainability into infrastructure planning, ensuring eco-friendly growth in the Emirate.
- Strengthening Policy & Regulatory Measures: Enhancing compliance frameworks to drive greater accountability and efficiency in energy and sustainability initiatives.