Abu Dhabi Ascent opens to sustainable actions
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Abu Dhabi welcomed a high level delegation for Abu Dhabi Ascent. The event was officially inaugurated by HH Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nayhan, foreign minister of the UAE and UN secretary general, Ban Ki-moon.
The two-day event witnessed participation from across more than 1,100 participants, including over 100 government ministers. His Highness Sheikh Abdullah urged leaders and policy makers to foster meaningful discussion and look at immediate actions to avoid irreversible climate change.
HH Sheikh Abdullah said: “We are living in an interconnected world and what affects one country affects us all. That is why the UAE strongly believes in collaboration and multilateral initiatives. No country can combat climate change on its own. But together we have the ability to achieve tangible and successful results.
Elaborating further UN Secretary General, Ban Ki-moon said: “The Abu Dhabi Ascent reflects the momentum that is growing in how the world is confronting climate challenge. There is a real sense that change is in the air. Climate solutions exist. The race is on. It’s time for leaders to lead.”
Abu Dhabi Ascent will explore nine high-impact areas, including energy efficiency, land use and forests, finance, renewable energy, agriculture, resilience, transportation, short-lived climate pollutants and cities. However, September’s Climate Summit will focus on solutions that demonstrate how early action can result in substantial economic benefits.
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