Dubai Establishes Sustainability and Innovation Centre to Drive Green Economy Growth

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The UAE Ministry of Economy and Tourism has launched a Sustainability and Innovation Centre in Expo City Dubai, aiming to promote sustainable tourism and green entrepreneurship. The centre will serve as a national platform integrating economic prosperity with environmental responsibility, advancing innovative solutions in clean energy and circular innovation. Dr. Maria Hanif Al Qassim, Assistant Under-Secretary for Policies and Economic Studies, emphasized that the hub supports the UAE's strategic direction in economic diversification and climate action, creating an ecosystem for green products and services.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Sustainability and Innovation Centre will support the sustainable tourism and green entrepreneurship sectors in Expo City Dubai.
  • The centre will establish a Green Intellectual Property Office to assist innovators and promote sustainable practices.
  • The UAE Ministry of Economy and Tourism has launched the country's first Green Licence to attract environmentally and socially responsible companies.
  • The hub will advance innovative solutions in clean energy and circular innovation, strengthening the UAE's position as a global hub for a sustainable green economy.
  • The centre will create an integrated ecosystem for innovative green products and services, promoting low-carbon technologies and encouraging green entrepreneurship and R and D.
  • Dr. Maria Hanif Al Qassim emphasized that the Sustainability and Innovation Centre embodies the UAE's commitment to climate action, representing a national model for sustainable innovation and responsible investment.

Statistics:

  • The Sustainability and Innovation Centre will support the establishment of a Green Intellectual Property Office.
  • The UAE Ministry of Economy and Tourism has launched the country's first Green Licence.
  • Intesa Sanpaolo Bank has invested over £14 billion globally in sustainability projects.
  • Nestle will contribute knowledge transfer and technical expertise to the Sustainability and Innovation Centre.
  • Majra will guide innovative environmental projects through initiatives such as the Sustainable Impact Challenge and Future 100.

Sources:

  • Emirates News Agency (WAM)