Emirates Environmental Group Convenes 3rd Panel To Advance Environmental Sustainability Goals

Several experts participating in the third panel discussion of the Emirates Environmental Group (EEG) for 2024 emphasised the necessity of economic and societal stability to ensure sustainable development in the environment and climate. The panel discussion, organised in collaboration with the Arabia CSR Network, EmiratesGBC, Clean Energy Business Council, and Swiss Business Council, aimed to harness the expertise of key industry leaders.

Habiba Al Mar’ashi, Co-founder and Chairperson of EEG, stated that this panel would help focus on how economic and societal instability affect environmental stability. The panel featured key subject-matter experts who shared insights and perspectives, including Hanan Khalifa Al Thuwaini from the Ministry of Economy, Layth Dwairi of Tathmeer Agro Tech, Dina Storey of Optimum Green Ventures, and Dr. Salam Sharif from Dubai Chambers for Recycling Business Group.

The panel addressed crucial questions surrounding factors hindering sustainable progress. It served as a platform for stakeholders to navigate challenges in the climate sphere. The session covered several important points: understanding the impact of global turmoil, examining the suitability of development programmes, assessing the feasibility and pragmatism of future-proofing economic processes, navigating political challenges, and addressing poverty as a multi-faceted issue.

EEG designed, developed, and executed the panel discussion to address several United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). These included SDG #1 No Poverty, SDG #2 Zero Hunger, SDG #3 Good Health and Well-being, SDG #4 Quality Education, SDG #6 Clean Water and Sanitation, SDG #7 Affordable and Clean Energy, SDG #8 Decent Work and Economic Growth, SDG #9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure, SDG #10 Reduced Inequalities, SDG #11 Sustainable Cities and Communities, SDG #12 Responsible Consumption & Production, SDG #13 Climate Action, and SDG #17 Partnership for the Goals.

Interactive Q&A Session

The session concluded with an interactive Q&A segment where speakers engaged with audience members. Participants included industry business leaders, government officials, representatives from world bodies, students from high schools and universities, educators, and media professionals.

With inputs from WAM