Cooperation between"Abu Dhabi Environment"and"plants" To rehabilitate mangrove forests
ABU DHABI, 30 December / WAM / The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi announced its partnership with “Nabat”, a startup company in the field of climate technology affiliated with the Advanced Technology Research Council, through the “Venture One” program, in line with the Year of Sustainability and within the framework of the Al Qurum – Abu Dhabi initiative.
This partnership aims to bring about a qualitative shift in the rehabilitation of mangrove forests in Abu Dhabi through the use of advanced technologies based on robots supported by artificial intelligence, which enhances the efficiency and effectiveness of rehabilitation operations.
The partnership was signed, during the first edition of the International Conference for the Conservation and Development of Mangroves in Abu Dhabi, by His Excellency Faisal Abdulaziz Al Bannai, Advisor to the President of the UAE for Strategic Research and Advanced Technology, Secretary-General of the Advanced Technology Research Council, and Her Excellency Dr. Sheikha Salem Al Dhaheri, Secretary-General of the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi.
Within the framework of this strategic cooperation, the Authority will provide environmental expertise to ensure that rehabilitation projects are compatible with the unique environmental characteristics of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, including providing advice on environmental requirements and supporting site selection to achieve maximum possible effectiveness.
In return, Nabat will develop and deploy advanced technologies, including smart robotics tools powered by artificial intelligence, to improve and accelerate mangrove restoration efforts.
The partnership mainly focuses on using smart robots and autonomous technologies to make mangrove forest rehabilitation efforts more efficient and impactful. These technologies will also set new standards for restoring ecosystems, contributing to reducing environmental degradation and facing the challenges of climate change at the global level.
The partnership emphasizes Abu Dhabi’s role as a regional and international center for technological innovation, and embodies the emirate’s commitment to integrating artificial intelligence and robotics into various sectors, including environmental conservation.
His Excellency Faisal Al Bannai said that mangrove trees are an essential element in preserving the environmental balance of our planet, and Nabat’s efforts embody a clear commitment to harnessing modern technology to preserve them, pointing out that the partnership with the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi represents a qualitative leap in the path of protecting the environment by employing… Data-based technologies that effectively contribute to strengthening the UAE’s efforts to combat climate change.
For her part, Her Excellency Dr. Sheikha Salem Al Dhaheri said that the partnership with “Nabat” represents a qualitative step in the field of restoring ecosystems by integrating advanced technology with environmental expertise, explaining that the goal is not only to restore vital habitats such as mangrove trees, but rather to inspire other technical innovators to invest. In sustainable solutions, noting that the partnership confirms Abu Dhabi’s position and pioneering role in the field of innovation and sustainability.
The project achieves great benefits at the local and international levels, as it enhances Abu Dhabi’s position as an advanced emirate that benefits from artificial intelligence and robotics to address vital environmental challenges. It also highlights the importance of integration between different sectors to achieve positive change.
Globally, the partnership represents a model of how technology can be used to address environmental challenges and encourage more investments in sustainable innovations.
By strengthening partnerships with technical organizations such as Nabat, the Authority aims to move the technology sector forward while addressing pressing environmental challenges.
This initiative demonstrates EAD’s willingness to explore unconventional solutions, paving the way for a more sustainable future.
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