WAMDubai, UAE – In a monumental effort to enhance the nation’s environmental landscape, the 22nd edition of the “Clean UAE” campaign, held under the patronage of the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment, successfully spanned all seven Emirates. The campaign, aligned with the overarching goals of environmental sustainability, coincided with the ‘Year of Sustainability’ and the conclusion of COP28, underscoring the need for collective action and sustainable practices.
Collaborating with Dubai Municipality, Saih Al Salam Protected Area Management, and Dubai Economy and Tourism, the initiative unfolded across four sites at Saih Al Salam. A remarkable 7327 volunteers from diverse segments of society, donned in specially crafted campaign cotton T-shirts and caps, equipped with reusable cotton gloves and biodegradable plastic bags, actively contributed to the environmental cause in the early hours of the morning. This collective effort resulted in the substantial collection of 10.5 tonnes of waste.
The opening ceremony, graced by the active participation of Executive Committee Members of EEG and attended by officials from both government and private sectors, marked the commencement of the campaign.
As an accredited entity under the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), EEG maintains a steadfast commitment to aligning its initiatives with pertinent UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The ‘Clean UAE’ campaign resonates with several SDGs, including Goal #3 – Good Health and Well-being, Goal #11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities, Goal #12 – Responsible Consumption and Production, Goal #13 – Climate Action, Goal #15 – Life on Land, and Goal #17 – Partnerships for Goals.
