Digital Dubai announced that it has signed the contribution agreement for Dubai’s entry into the SDG Cities Global Initiative under the United Nations Human Settlements Program. 

The 13 local government entities that have demonstrated their commitment to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) facilitate the emirate’s participation in the SDG Cities Global Initiative.

“Sustainability has always been an integral component of our strategies and programs, reflecting the vision and directives of our wise leadership to shape a brighter future. We are proud that Dubai is one of the first cities in the region to join the SDG Cities Global Initiative, in collaboration with the United Nations Human Settlements Program,” said Hamad Obaid Al Mansoori, director-general of Digital Dubai.

The SDG Cities Global Initiative encompasses seven areas. The first area enhances the quality of life through innovative projects, improves infrastructure, and provides better services to the community. The second area promotes environmental sustainability through effective plans to preserve natural resources and reduce carbon emissions.

Moreover, the third clause focuses on stimulating the green economy by supporting sustainable economic initiatives. It also encompasses fostering entrepreneurship and promoting innovation in green sectors.

Meanwhile, the fourth clause emphasizes enhancing collaboration and partnerships among government, private, and civil society organizations to achieve sustainable development goals.

The fifth clause involves developing an integrated urban monitoring framework to assess urban performance. The sixth clause pertains to the issuance of SDG certificates for cities. Finally, the seventh clause involves producing the Voluntary Local Reviews (VLR) report.

“This initiative is not just a step towards achieving sustainable goals. It is a key component of a broader vision aiming at enhancing Dubai’s position as one of the most sustainable and innovative cities in the world,” Al Mansoori added.

Younus Al Nasser, chief executive of Dubai Data & Statistics Establishment, Digital Dubai, “Through this productive collaboration that comes in the Year of Sustainability, we aim to make significant strides in urban, economic, environmental, social, and cultural sustainability.”