EAD Secretary General participates in the Environment Conference Broadcast from Tel Aviv

Our Secretary General, HE Dr Shaikha Salem Al Dhaheri, participated in the annual Environment 2050 Conference hosted by Israel, through a recorded speech. This year the conference took place virtually and broadcasted from Tel Aviv, Israel on 7 January 2021. It featured presentations by cabinet ministers, policymakers, environmental stakeholders and executives from major industries. The annual Environment 2050 Conference promotes productive dialogue to enable public sector decision-makers, regulators, business leaders, environmental organisations and academics to spearhead processes in the field of the environment. 

PRC conducts the 2021 Annual Staff General Assembly

The Internal Communications Section, Public Relations and Communications Division, conducted The EAD Staff General Assembly on 14 January. More than 260 EAD Staff attended the virtual event. During the event the new 2021-2025 EAD Strategy was launched presented by Aysha Al Ketbi, Policy and Planning Management Division Director and the Revamped EAD Brand Guidelines presented by Ebtesam Al Harthi, Public Relations & Communications Division Deputy Director. Key achievements of 2016-2020 were also highlighted during the event. There was also a fun activity were staff were tested their knowledge on the new strategy. To view the photos of the event please visit our internal Instagram @eadfamily.

EAD launches its 2021-2025 Strategic Plan

EAD launched the 2021-2025 Strategic Plan during the EAD Staff General Assembly on 14 January. The EAD Strategic Plan was developed based on meetings, experts’ participation, surveys, interviews, workshops, reviewing policies & strategies, and conducting international benchmarks. The strategy has seven strategic priorities, supported by four enabling priorities. The mission and vision were further defined in other to be clearer. The strategy is composed of 5 organisational values. Access the full strategy document by visiting our EAD Majlis under the About EAD Section, or by clicking here.

PRC revamps the EAD Brand Guidelines

The Public Relations and Communications Division revamped the existing EAD Brand Guidelines. The new elements such as colours, fonts, icons, etc. were added to the brand to enable users to be more consistent, better represent EAD and allows flexibility and creativity. Templates are currently in progress and once done, you will be informed. You can find the guidelines in our Majlis, under Links You Need, Brand Bank section or by clicking here.

EAD releases a new documentary about turtles in Abu Dhabi

The Terrestrial and Marine Biodiversity Sector produced a new feature documentary entitled ‘Wild Abu Dhabi: The Turtles of Al Dhafra’. The film was a great success and was screened for the first time on 26 January at VOX Cinemas, Yas Mall, Abu Dhabi. 7 social media influencers attended the screening. The film showcases the ground-breaking work of the EAD team who are dedicated to studying turtles in the hottest sea in the world, the Arabian Gulf, also known as the world’s natural climate change laboratory. The insightful documentary took two years to film. To view the trailer please click here.

EAD partners with Ma’an to discuss how social entrepreneurs can help protect Abu Dhabi’s environment

EAD and the Authority of Social Contribution – Ma’an were joined by UAE leading experts in the “Join The Conversation”, a virtual event where they discussed the importance of Abu Dhabi’s environment and the significant roles social entrepreneurs can play in helping protect the emirate’s wildlife and nature. Among the speakers were our colleagues Ahmed Alhashmi, Acting Executive Director, TMBS, Salem Al Braik, Director, EQS and Abdulla Al Remeithi, Acting Director, IEPP.

EISOM continues its virtual awareness sessions

The Environmental Information, Science & Outreach Management Division (EISOM) kicked off the year with its first “Environmental Talks” session. The session was conducted on 21 January 2021. Our colleagues, Wadima Al Ahbabi, Assistant Scientist – Marine Species and Hamad Al Jelani, Assistant Scientist – Marine Habitat talked about the coral reefs in Abu Dhabi. To know about the corals please visit our website www.ead.gov.ae or click here.  

EAD launches “Our Environment Our Responsibility” campaign

It is our duty as environmental ambassadors to walk the talk when it comes to helping and protecting our environment and this includes to raise awareness among your family, friends and the community on how important is to keep our Abu Dhabi Emirate clean. We encourage you as part of the EAD Family to help and support in this campaign. To know more about the campaign and how you can help please visit our corporate Instagram account @environmentabudhabi and our internal Instagram @eadfamily.

Covid-19 vaccine available for EAD employees

In line with the “Choose to Vaccine” campaign, the Emergency, Safety and Business Continuity Division arranged a dedicated vaccine booth for EAD employees and their family members. An appointment is required to take the vaccine. For more information please click here, look for the OHS email in your inbox or contact the OHS Team by sending an email to OHS@ead.gov.ae

Your copy of “25 Years of Preserving Sheikh Zayed’s Environmental Legacy” Book

The “25 Years of Preserving Sheikh Zayed’s Environmental Legacy” is an extraordinary book that documents the 25-year journey since EAD’s inception and the environment preservation legacy of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, during which important environmental achievements locally, regionally and internationally were observed and Abu Dhabi government’s vision to achieve sustainable development was adopted. Copies of the book are still available. If you haven’t received your copy yet, please send an email to Internal@ead.gov.ae and it will be delivered to your office. The book is available in Arabic and English so please choose your preferred language along with your request.

EAD partners with KidZania Abu Dhabi

EAD has partnered with KidZania Yas Mall, Abu Dhabi and our EAD booth is now open to the public. There are various activities related to protecting and conserving our environment. The booth includes green life tips and how to keep our environment safe. If you would like to take your children to visit, please request your complimentary ticket by sending an email to Mariam.Alzarkani@ead.gov.ae. Tickets will be given on first come first serve. We would like to hear your children experience at the EAD booth, so please take a photo or a video and share it with the Internal Communications Section at Internal@ead.gov.ae or send us a direct message to the Internal Instagram account @EADFamily.