UAE highlights leadership in 'Global Cooling Pledge' ahead of COP30

The United Arab Emirates participated in first Global Cooling Pledge Signatories Focal Points Meeting, held in Bonn, Germany.

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During the meeting, the UAE highlighted its efforts in the cooling sector and the integration of cooling within its national energy efficiency plans, as well as the latest developments in the Global Cooling Commitment, which the UAE co-chairs in partnership with Brazil in preparation for COP30.

This commitment was launched during the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) by the UAE Presidency, in partnership with the UN Environment Programme's Cool Coalition, with the aim of translating global commitments into practical actions on the ground.

Within a period not exceeding 18 months, the commitment has seen remarkable expansion with the addition of 72 countries and more than 80 partners, highlighting the international community’s ability to act swiftly when cooling is viewed as a frontline defence against climate change.

In November 2024 the United Arab Emirates proudly concluded its successful participation at COP29, highlighting its ongoing commitment to global climate action and the COP28 legacy.

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nayhan attended the opening of the World Climate Action Summit. The UAE delegation engaged proactively across the conference, including the COP Presidency handover to Azerbaijan on the first day, participation in plenaries, high-level dialogues, and presentations at the UAE Pavilion under the theme “Accelerating Action Together”.