INTRODUCTION FROM
OUR CHAIRMAN
Today we stand proudly 25 years on from the beginning of Abu Dhabi’s environmental journey inspired by the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the Founding Father of the UAE.
As we look ahead to 2020, we are on the verge of launching the most significant national strategy of its kind. This strategy will prepare us for a pioneering journey of development where we will define our goals for the next fifty years across all vital sectors in the UAE.
Our priority is to address the local and global challenges of providing real environmental security, as well as outlining our efforts to protect biological diversity and the environment. These priorities stem from the UAE’s keenness to conserve nature.
We will strive to protect the progress and achievements of this country over the past few years in order to achieve truly sustainable development within economic, social and environmental dimensions.
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan
Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region &
Chairman of the Board of Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi
INTRODUCTION FROM
OUR CHAIRMAN
Today we stand proudly 25 years on from the beginning of Abu Dhabi’s environmental journey inspired by the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the Founding Father of the UAE.
As we look ahead to 2020, we are on the verge of launching the most significant national strategy of its kind. This strategy will prepare us for a pioneering journey of development where we will define our goals for the next fifty years across all vital sectors in the UAE.
Our priority is to address the local and global challenges of providing real environmental security, as well as outlining our efforts to protect biological diversity and the environment. These priorities stem from the UAE’s keenness to conserve nature.
We will strive to protect the progress and achievements of this country over the past few years in order to achieve truly sustainable development within economic, social and environmental dimensions.
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan
Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region &
Chairman of the Board of Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi
MESSAGE FROM
OUR VICE CHAIRMAN
The establishment of the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) created a framework within which we continue our journey to protect the environment, our natural resources and promote sustainable development. Working with key partners in the government and private sectors helped contribute towards a significant improvement in environmental performance. In 2019, EAD was the exemplar for what can be achieved through collaboration to drive forward the environmental policy of Abu Dhabi.
Complemented by the development of strategies helping us to achieve our goals, it confirms the commitment of all people towards environmental protection, and their determination to play a leading role in enhancing the efforts made by the United Arab Emirates in addressing environmental challenges on a local, regional and global level.
H.H. Mohammed Ahmed Al Bowardi
Vice Chairman of Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi
MESSAGE FROM
OUR VICE CHAIRMAN
The establishment of the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) created a framework within which we continue our journey to protect the environment, our natural resources and promote sustainable development. Working with key partners in the government and private sectors helped contribute towards a significant improvement in environmental performance. In 2019, EAD was the exemplar for what can be achieved through collaboration to drive forward the environmental policy of Abu Dhabi.
Complemented by the development of strategies helping us to achieve our goals, it confirms the commitment of all people towards environmental protection, and their determination to play a leading role in enhancing the efforts made by the United Arab Emirates in addressing environmental challenges on a local, regional and global level.
H.H. Mohammed Ahmed Al Bowardi
Vice Chairman of Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi
MESSAGE FROM OUR
MANAGING DIRECTOR
Since its inception, the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) has implemented the vision of the Abu Dhabi government in the field of environmental and wildlife protection. During 2019, the agency witnessed several achievements that are in line with the strategic environmental goals of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. These goals are to conserve the environment and its natural resources, preserve biological diversity and protect endangered species.
In light of the rapid changes taking place in the world today, it is our duty is to build on these achievements in order to create a more sustainable future for us all.
With this goal in mind, we intend to move forward on our path of achieving our vision of a “sustainable environment for a sustainable future,”and to fulfill our mission “to protect and preserve the environment for a better life for all.”
H.E. Razan Khalifa Al Mubarak
Managing Director & Member of the Board of
Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi
MESSAGE FROM OUR
MANAGING DIRECTOR
Since its inception, the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) has implemented the vision of the Abu Dhabi government in the field of environmental and wildlife protection. During 2019, the agency witnessed several achievements that are in line with the strategic environmental goals of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. These goals are to conserve the environment and its natural resources, preserve biological diversity and protect endangered species.
In light of the rapid changes taking place in the world today, it is our duty is to build on these achievements in order to create a more sustainable future for us all.
With this goal in mind, we intend to move forward on our path of achieving our vision of a “sustainable environment for a sustainable future,”and to fulfill our mission “to protect and preserve the environment for a better life for all.”
H.E. Razan Khalifa Al Mubarak
Managing Director & Member of the Board of
Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi
STATEMENT FROM OUR
SECRETARY GENERAL
In 2019, the agency had a year filled with achievements due to the combined efforts of our leadership, our clear vision and the efforts of our employees. We have worked diligently on implementing a strategy that has paved the way for us to address the main challenges faced by the UAE, such as climate change, groundwater waste, as well as land degradation and habitat loss.
Our achievements would not have been possible without the unwavering support of His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE and the direction of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces. We have also received immense support from the consistent leadership of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region and Chairman of the Agency’s Board of Directors. Furthermore, we are grateful for the efforts of the distinguished members of the Board of Directors and our various stakeholders and partners across all of the UAE.
We are pleased to present to you, in its new electronic format, a review of our most significant achievements during last year in the 2019 Annual Report. We will continue to work for more success and progress in 2020 with the implementation of our government’s vision to achieve a balance between economic and social growth and environmental protection. As always, the agency will work towards ensuring the sustainability of our natural resources and the continuity of a better life for future generations.
H.E. Dr Shaikha Salem Al Dhaheri
Secretary General of Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi
STATEMENT FROM OUR
SECRETARY GENERAL
In 2019, the agency had a year filled with achievements due to the combined efforts of our leadership, our clear vision and the efforts of our employees. We have worked diligently on implementing a strategy that has paved the way for us to address the main challenges faced by the UAE, such as climate change, groundwater waste, as well as land degradation and habitat loss.
Our achievements would not have been possible without the unwavering support of His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE and the direction of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces. We have also received immense support from the consistent leadership of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region and Chairman of the Agency’s Board of Directors. Furthermore, we are grateful for the efforts of the distinguished members of the Board of Directors and our various stakeholders and partners across all of the UAE.
We are pleased to present to you, in its new electronic format, a review of our most significant achievements during last year in the 2019 Annual Report. We will continue to work for more success and progress in 2020 with the implementation of our government’s vision to achieve a balance between economic and social growth and environmental protection. As always, the agency will work towards ensuring the sustainability of our natural resources and the continuity of a better life for future generations.
H.E. Dr Shaikha Salem Al Dhaheri
Secretary General of Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi
