The Emirates Environmental Group (EEG) embarks on the 22nd edition of its annual nationwide Clean UAE campaign, carried out under the patronage of the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE). The inaugural event kicked off in the Emirate of Fujairah on 5th December behind Friday Market in Masafi. The campaign was held in collaboration with the Fujairah Natural Resources Corporation.
The campaign is further set to sweep across all emirates on the following dates, encouraging citizens to participate and contribute to the collective effort: 6th December – Sharjah; 9th December – Umm Al Quwain; 12th December – Abu Dhabi; 13th December – Ras Al Khaimah; 14th December – Ajman; and 16th December – Dubai (Conclusion of the Clean UAE Campaign).
The inaugural campaign in Fujairah witnessed an impressive turnout of 500 participants from various sectors, including private companies, schools, families, and voluntary groups. Together, they collected 1,500 kg of waste, demonstrating a commitment to environmen
tal sustainability. The clean-up site spanned an expansive area of 2 square kilometres.
Habiba Al Mar’ashi, Co-Founder, and Chairperson of the Emirates Environmental Group, expressed her gratitude, stating, “The Clean UAE Campaign is a testament to the power of collective action. It’s heartening to witness the diverse cross-section of our society coming together for a common cause – the preservation of our environment.” She emphasised the inclusivity of the campaign, bringing together individuals, families, private organisations, academia, multinational corporations, and other stakeholders.
“Programmes such as Clean UAE bring people from all walks of life together as one to establish sustainable environmental goals within the country and eventually show the world by setting an example of how challenges can be overcome and accomplishments achieved if we set our minds to it in a unified manner,” she added.
Al Mar’ashi concluded her speech by extending heartfelt thanks to the campaign supporters, including th
e Fujairah Natural Resources Corporation.
The Clean UAE Campaign seamlessly aligns with the global focus on sustainability, especially during the Year of Sustainability. As the UAE brings the world together during COP28, EEG remphasises its commitment to environmental responsibility through initiatives like this which underscores the nation’s dedication to contributing to global solutions for climate change and sustainable development.
The Clean UAE Campaign stands not just as a series of clean-up events but as a symbol of unity, responsibility, and hope for a sustainable future. The Emirates Environmental Group looks forward to building on this success and inspiring even greater environmental consciousness in the years to come.
As an accredited body of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD), EEG is honoured to record positive achievements of the Clean UAE 2023 campaign, contributing effectively to the UN Sustainable Development G
oals (SDGs), including Goal 3: Good Health and Well-being, Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities; Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production; Goal 13: Climate Action; Goal 15: Life on Land, and Goal 17: Partnerships for Goals.
Source: Emirates News Agency