Hamdan bin Zayed chairs board meeting of Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Ruler’s Representative in the Al Dhafra Region and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD), praised the Agency’s efforts during 2024 and reviewed its strategic projects and initiatives for 2025, which contribute to enhancing community health and improving the quality of life in the emirate of Abu Dhabi. The Agency’s efforts are fully aligned with the announcement by His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, who declared 2025 as the ‘Year of the Community’. His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan chaired the Board of Directors meeting of EAD and was briefed on the ‘EAD Strategy 2026-2030’, which aims to strengthen Abu Dhabi’s strategic vision by aligning with its key priorities. This strategic roadmap prioritises mitigating climate change risks, ensuring the sustainable management of natural resources, and establishing Abu Dhabi as a global hub for environmental data and knowledge. These initiatives are crucial for solidifying Abu Dhabi’s position as a resilient and prosperous environment, capable of navigating future challenges and driving impactful global environmental action.
His Highness Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Ain Region, has received a delegation from the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD), headed by Her Excellency Dr. Shaikha Salem Al Dhaheri, Secretary General of the Agency, at the Court of the Ruler’s Representative in Al Ain Region. During the meeting, His Highness was briefed on the Agency’s prominent achievements and projects, demonstrating its commitment to leading environmental efforts in Abu Dhabi, enhancing the emirate’s environmental agenda and improving the quality of life. Her Excellency Dr. Al Dhaheri presented to His Highness the most important strategic objectives for protecting the environment, preserving natural resources and promoting sustainability. Al Dhaheri also referred to the Agency’s efforts in managing the Sheikh Zayed Protected Areas Network, which includes 19 terrestrial and marine nature reserves across the emirate of Abu Dhabi, most notably the Jebel Hafit National Park and the Arabian Oryx Protected Area, created to protect several endangered species.
Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) has launched the 2nd cycle of Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Environmental Award, marking a pioneering step to further elevate the UAE’s global leadership in environmental sustainability. The initiative seeks to foster excellence and innovation in environmental practices, while recognising outstanding projects and initiatives dedicated to protecting and sustaining the environment across the nation. As part of the announcement of 2025 as the Year of Community, EAD aims, through the launch of the second cycle of the award, to expand its reach across the UAE, encompassing various segments of society and recognising individuals and institutions for their outstanding environmental contributions. It will also introduce the Emirates Environmental Excellence Model (EEEM), a comprehensive framework designed to elevate environmental performance, strengthen compliance with sustainability standards, and encourage groundbreaking research and innovation, by aligning with global best practices.
The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) continues to strengthen its global partnerships in environmental stewardship with a strategic mission to Japan. Dr. Shaikha Salem Al Dhaheri, Secretary General of EAD along with the Agency’s executive management team met with Yuriko Koike, Governor of Tokyo, to explore collaborative opportunities in climate adaptation and sustainability, alongside engagements with leading public and private sector stakeholders. In a significant move last year that bolstered bilateral relations between the UAE and Japan, Governor Koike visited Abu Dhabi’s Falcon Hospital and Jubail Mangrove Park in Abu Dhabi, where she commended EAD’s efforts in preserving the emirate’s rich mangrove ecosystem. The EAD delegation also participated in high-level discussions with senior executives specialising in climate adaptation, water resources and waste management. This tour is part of EAD’s ongoing commitment to integrating global best practices to preserve and improve the Emirate’s environment and enhance its operations in Abu Dhabi.
The Abu Dhabi Sustainability Group (ADSG) is pleased to announce the ninth Annual Abu Dhabi Sustainable Business Leadership Awards will take place on 15 April 2025. Organisations across the GCC are now encouraged to submit their nominations for this distinguished event, which recognises outstanding contributions to sustainability and leadership in the region. As the world faces increasingly urgent environmental challenges, the need for sustainable business solutions and practices is more critical than ever. The awards aim to highlight those who are not only meeting these challenges head-on but are also setting an example for others through innovation and leadership in creating resilient, responsible, and forward-thinking enterprises.
The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) has again been recognised for its unwavering commitment to excellence in quality management and service optimisation with the prestigious “Quality Achievements Award 2024” at a special ceremony held in Vienna. Presented by the European Society for Quality Research (ESQR) to EAD for the third consecutive year, the award highlights the Agency’s exceptional success in fostering quality-oriented practices that maximise the potential of its services. The Agency was awarded this esteemed accolade based on ESQR’s comprehensive evaluation process, which includes polls, consumer opinion research, and market studies, underscoring EAD’s leadership in quality improvement and its dedication to achieving impactful results in environmental management.
Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) has issued regulations on administrative penalties, outlining procedures for their imposition and appeals. These regulations empower EAD to take immediate action against environmental violations, correct the behaviour of individuals and establishments, and mitigate resulting damages. By doing so, the agency enhances proactive environmental protection, making these penalties an effective legislative tool that balances preventive and punitive measures. The regulation stipulates that EAD shall impose administrative penalties independently of any judicial or administrative procedures, without serving as a replacement or complement to such processes. It grants EAD the authority to impose various penalties on violators, including reprimands, warnings, financial, administrative, and technical supervision, temporary suspension of activities, licence cancellation or suspension, and temporary or permanent closure of establishments.
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In line with the Year of Community 2025, the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi participated with the “Ne’ma” initiative in the “Al-Fina” event held on Saturday, February 15, 2025, at Al Muneera, Al Raha Beach, Abu Dhabi. This participation aims to promote recycling, reduce waste, and minimize food waste, while highlighting the EAD’s role in waste management and encouraging the community to adopt sustainable environmental practices. It also aims to raise public awareness of the vital role played by the agency in managing waste.
The dwarf palm is famous for its slow growth, which may take several years. It is also characterized by its small flowers that later turn purple. This dwarf palm is considered one of the rarest plant species in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, as it is exclusively found in Jabal Hafeet.
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