Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2023 to set agenda for inclusive climate action

• Held under the patronage of UAE President HH Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, ADSW will help advance the sustainable development agenda COP28UAE Climate Conference.
• Under the theme “United to act on climate change” COP28,’ ADSW 2023 will showcase UAE leadership’s commitment to practical, inclusive climate action
• ADSW to convene global sustainability policymakers and key stakeholders for impactful dialogue ahead of critical global stocktake COP28
• ADSW 2023 will also host the inaugural Green Hydrogen Summit

Abu DhabiUnited Arab Emirates, December 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) 2023, a global initiative to accelerate sustainable development spearheaded by the UAE and its clean energy powerhouse Masdar, will feature a series of high-level sessions focused on the future Key priorities for sustainable development at UN Climate Change Conference (COP28)will be held in the UAE November 30-December 12.

Fifteenth annual event to be held under the patronage of UAE President HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan Who champions sustainable development is a key pillar of economic and social progress and prosperity in the UAE.

ADSW, which takes place at January 14-19under the theme “United to act on climate change” COP28,’ will bring together Heads of State, policymakers, industry leaders, investors, youth and entrepreneurs for a series of influential dialogues on the transition to a net-zero emissions future.Key stakeholders to discuss priorities for global climate agenda COP28the need for participation and participation of all stakeholders in society, and how the assessment of the first global stocktaking of the Paris Agreement can be used to accelerate the climate process COP28 beyond.

Dr. He Sultan Ahmed JaberThe UAE Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, Special Envoy for Climate Change and Chairman of Masdar said, “For 15 years, ADSW has reinforced the UAE’s commitment to address global challenges as a responsible leader driving climate action and sustainable economic development. ADSW 2023 will help shape Sustainable Development Agenda and Driving Momentum COP28 In the UAE, convene the global community and foster meaningful dialogue to foster consensus, groundbreaking partnerships and innovative solutions.

“The world needs a just and inclusive energy transition that supports the needs of developing countries while ensuring a more sustainable future for all of us. ADSW can serve as an ideal platform to accelerate the adoption of clean technologies and build partnerships , allowing them to scale up around the world and leave no one behind.”

ADSW 2023 will feature for the first time a Green Hydrogen Summit hosted by Masdar’s Green Hydrogen business, highlighting its potential to decarbonize key industries – helping countries achieve net-zero emissions targets.

Earlier this month, Masdar officially announced a new shareholding structure and launched its green hydrogen business – forming a clean energy powerhouse leading global decarbonization efforts. Masdar is now one of the largest clean energy companies of its kind and is well positioned to lead the industry globally, strengthening the UAE’s role as an energy leader.

ADSW 2023, the first international sustainable development conference of the year, will drive discussion and debate around climate action through 2023 COP28. ADSW Summit, hosted by Masdar, at January 16will focus on a wide range of key themes, including food and water security, energy access, industrial decarbonization, health and climate adaptation.

ADSW 2023 will also seek to engage youth in climate action, with its Youth Sustainability Platform featuring a Y4S hub aiming to engage 3,000 young people. ADSW 2023 will also host the annual forum of Masdar’s Women in Sustainability, Environment and Renewable Energy (WiSER) platform, giving women a greater voice in the sustainability debate.

As in previous years, ADSW 2023 will also feature partner-led events and opportunities for international engagement on sustainability-related topics, including the International Renewable Energy Agency’s IRENA Congress, the Atlantic Council Energy Forum, the Abu Dhabi Sustainable Finance Forum and the World Future Energy Summit.

The 2023 ADSW will also mark the 15th anniversary of the Zayed Sustainability Prize, the UAE’s groundbreaking global award for sustainability excellence.A total of 96 winners in categories such as health, food, energy, water and global high school, the awards have positively impacted the lives of more than 378 million people around the world, including Vietnam, nepal, Sudan, Ethiopia, Maldives with Tuvalu.

Over the years, the awards have provided communities around the world with access to quality education, clean food and water, quality healthcare, energy, jobs, and improved community safety.

Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) account for approximately 90% of global businesses, and ADSW 2023 will welcome more than 70 SMEs and start-ups from multiple industries, including Masdar City’s global initiative, Innovate, which will showcase groundbreaking international technology.

Key dates for ADSW 2023 include:

• January 14-15: IRENA Congress, Atlantic Council Energy Forum
• January 16: opening ceremony, COP28 ADSW Summit Strategy Release and Zayed Sustainable Development Award Ceremony
• January 16-18: World Future Energy Summit, Youth 4 Sustainability Hub, Innovate
• January 17: WiSER Forum
• January 18: Green Hydrogen Summit and Abu Dhabi Sustainable Finance Forum

To learn more about Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week and to register, visit https://abudhabisustainabilityweek.com/

For more information, please visit: http://www.masdar.ae And connect: facebook.com/masdar.ae and twitter.com/masdar

About Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week

Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) is a global initiative launched in 2008 by the UAE and its clean energy powerhouse Masdar. For 15 years, ADSW has brought together Heads of State, policymakers, industry leaders, investors, entrepreneurs and youth to discuss, engage and debate climate action and innovation to ensure a sustainable world.ADSW 2023 aims to play a key role in driving momentum between the two by catalyzing influential dialogue and providing a platform to translate promises into tangible results for a net-zero future COP27 with COP28.

About Masdar

Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company (Masdar), the UAE’s clean energy champion and one of the largest companies of its kind in the world, is committed to advancing the development and deployment of renewable energy and green hydrogen technologies to address global sustainability challenges . Founded in 2006, Masdar is now active in more than 40 countries, helping them achieve their clean energy goals and drive sustainable development. Masdar is jointly owned by Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), Mubadala Investment Company (Mubadala) and Abu Dhabi National Energy Company (TAQA), and under this ownership, the company aims to own at least RM100 watts of renewable energy portfolio capacity (GW), and annual green hydrogen production capacity of 1 million tons by 2030.

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