Dubai renews push for green finance with new programme

Over 100 employees from 46 government entities were introduced to a sustainable procurement system under a new training programme introduced by Dubai's Department of Finance (DOF).

Attendees of the Green Government Procurement (GGP) learned about the technical and financial specifications when choosing products and services with sustainable specifications. 

"The GGP strategy is based on implementing the strategic directions of the Government of Dubai in building an environment-friendly economy in the emirate and achieving the optimal use of resources in the long run, leading to a positive impact on the emirate's environment," said Aref Abdulrahman Ahli, Executive Director of the Planning and General Budget Sector at DOF.

"The adoption of the GGP policy comes in the year 2023, which was called the 'Year of Sustainability' by the UAE leadership, and in conjunction with the country's preparations to host COP 28 in Dubai, indicating the constant endeavours led by the UAE for global environmental action."