Year of Sustainability unveils series of events to promote green practices across UAE

The Year of Sustainability, under its tagline "Plan To Action," has announced a lineup of public events and activities focusing on four key areas: green transportation, water and energy reduction, responsible consumption, and sustainable planting.

These events are running from October through the end of the year, and aim to engage both individuals and organizations across the UAE in adopting sustainable practices and creating a positive environmental impact.

The initiative's primary goal is to foster collective action, ensuring that both entities and individuals play active roles in promoting sustainability.

Rauda Al Falasi, Deputy Project Lead at the Year of Sustainability, said, "At the heart of any successful sustainability initiative is collective action. Our efforts at the Year of Sustainability are focused on driving lasting, impactful change by encouraging actionable steps. Both individuals and entities play crucial roles in shaping a more sustainable future for our nation, and we want to target challenges to sustainability both, through small daily actions, and larger organisational commitments to achieve a ripple effect.”

Upcoming events and activities

Duroor nights: In collaboration with Sadeem Astronomy and the Sharjah Academy for Astronomy, Space Sciences, and Technology, this event combines the ancient Duroor system with modern celestial exploration.

On a moonless night, participants will gather to observe stars and planets and experience the Cosmic Cube. Two editions of the event will be held: an indoor session by AlSadeem in Abu Dhabi and an outdoor desert camping session by the Sharjah Academy.

From farm to Haseer: This immersive experience highlights sustainability through local farming and traditional crafts. Participants will engage in farm tours, interactive workshops, butter-making, cooking with locally sourced ingredients, and planting herbs and community discussions

Mangrove Champions: Mangrove planting and cleanup events will take place across the UAE, showcasing the critical role mangroves play in reducing carbon emissions and protecting coastlines from erosion and natural disasters such as flooding.