Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are a set of 17 interconnected goals that are meant to serve as a "blueprint for a better and more sustainable future for everybody." The SDGs were adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in 2015 and are part of a UN Resolution known as the "2030 Agenda," which aims to achieve them by 2030.

1 No poverty

2 Zero Hunger

3 Good Health And Well-Being

4 Quality Education

5 Gender Equality

6 Clean Water and Sanition

7 Affordable and clean energy

8 Decent work and economic growth

9 Industry, innovation and infrastructure

10 Reduced inequalities

11 Sustainable cities and communities

12 Responsible consumption and production

13 Climate action

14 Life below water

15 Life on land

16 Peace, justice and strong institutions

17 Partnerships for the goals

Sustainability Club

Overview

To promote Abu Dhabi’s vision of sustainability, the United Arab Emirates University launches a sustainability club for students. The College of Science at the United Arab Emirates University launched a sustainability club on Wednesday 28th of September. 2016. Dr. Ahmed Murad, Dean of the College of Science; Dr. Ruwaya Al Kendi, Assistant Dean for Research and Graduate Studies, members and faculty attended the Al Ain campus. Dr. Murad said that this club is the first of its kind at the university and is due to the university encouraging students to participate in sustainability and spread awareness of the importance of environmental sustainability. He noted that the College of Science is committed to supporting such initiatives.

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SDG Reports

To access the UAEU Annual SDG reports

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Events

The sustainability club organizes and participates in many national and international events,

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General Enquiries

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18 Oct 2024

United Arab Emirates University Reaffirms Commitment to "Plant the Emirates" Initiative Through Innovative SDGs Research Program

United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) is proud to announce its continued commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship through the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Research Program.

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11 Mar 2024

The United Arab Emirates University funds four student research projects addressing food waste

Among the Year of Sustainability 2024 activities and the United Arab Emirates University's map to COP28 and Beyond (2023-2026), the UAE University funded four student research projects addressing food waste,

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27 Mar 2023

The Sustainable Development Goals Research Program in UAE University Launched 104 Student Research Projects

Based on the United Arab Emirates declaration of 2023 as the Year of Sustainability, the United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) has promoted the concept of sustainability in all sectors.

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26 Jan 2023

UAEU keeps pace with the "Year of Sustainability" with Strategic Research Projects and High-Quality Outcomes

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) University since its inception in 1976 promotes environmental sustainability through interdisciplinary research

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Sustainability Lecture Series/Training Program

As part of UAEU's roadmap towards COP28 and beyond, the United Arab Emirates University has initiated a Sustainability Lecture Series/Training Program. This program serves as a catalyst for driving positive change, equipping students, staff, and the wider community to confront the intricate sustainability challenges of the 21st century and emerge as well-informed, engaged, and effective leaders in their respective fields.

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