The UAE has reinforced its leadership in sustainable aviation by submitting the third edition of its State Action Plan to Reduce Aviation Emissions to the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) during the 42nd ICAO Assembly in Montreal, Canada.
Developed by the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) and approved by the UAE Cabinet, the updated plan builds on the country’s long-standing commitment to climate action while ensuring continued growth in the aviation sector. The UAE first submitted its plan in 2012, becoming the region’s pioneer in presenting a national strategy to curb aviation emissions, followed by an expanded version in 2018.
The new edition outlines a “basket of measures” featuring 42 projects focused on operations and technology, along with 13 initiatives centered on sustainable and low-carbon aviation fuels. These efforts were designed in collaboration with major national stakeholders, including the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment, Masdar, ADNOC, ENOC, and leading aviation operators such as Emirates, Etihad Airways, and flydubai.
Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism and Chairman of the GCAA Board, said the adoption marks “a significant step that reflects the UAE’s firm commitment to global climate action and sustainable innovation.”
Saif Mohammed Al Suwaidi, Director-General of the GCAA, added that the plan “provides a clear strategic pathway to reduce emissions through 2050 via tangible projects and advanced policies.”
With this submission, the UAE continues to position itself at the forefront of global aviation sustainability, aligning economic progress with environmental responsibility.
News Source: Emirates News Agency
