Ajman University Lends Expertise to National Climate Agenda at Emirates Environmental Council Brainstorming Session

In a significant move to align institutional knowledge with national priorities, Ajman University’s sustainability leaders participated in a high-level brainstorming session with the Emirates Municipal Environmental Council. The session, convened by the Council established under the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment, focused on developing integrated strategies to advance the UAE's environmental and climate goals.

The University’s delegation, including its Senior Sustainability Managers and faculty experts, contributed across multiple specialized teams, positioning AU as a key academic partner in translating national climate policy into actionable, ground-level initiatives.

"Our role extends beyond our campus borders," stated Maya Haddad from Ajman University’s Office of Sustainability. "This collaborative session was a powerful demonstration of how academic research, innovation, and community engagement can directly inform and accelerate national progress. By contributing to these teams, we are ensuring that scientific rigor and educational excellence are embedded into the UAE's journey toward a sustainable future."

The brainstorming session saw AU experts provide strategic input across five critical pillars of the Council’s work:

1. Environmental and Municipal Studies and Research: University researchers proposed collaborative studies on pressing local environmental challenges, offering the institution’s advanced labs and data analysis capabilities to support evidence-based municipal decision-making.

2. Education and Public Awareness: Drawing on its core mission, the AU team brainstormed innovative public outreach campaigns and curriculum frameworks designed to foster a culture of environmental stewardship from schools to the wider community.

3. Regional and International Representation: Faculty members with global experience contributed insights on international best practices, helping to position the UAE’s municipal efforts within the broader context of global climate agreements and partnerships.

4. Policy and Legislation Development: Legal and policy scholars from the University provided critical analysis for drafting robust environmental regulations, ensuring that new policies are both scientifically sound and practically enforceable.

5. Transformational Projects: Engineers and sustainability innovators from AU contributed ideas for pioneering projects in areas like circular waste management and green infrastructure, showcasing the university’s capacity to be a testbed for scalable, real-world solutions.

This active participation underscores Ajman University’s deep commitment to its Third Mission of community engagement and its strategic alignment with the UAE’s Net Zero by 2050 Strategic Initiative. By lending its academic and technical weight to the Emirates Municipal Environmental Council, the University continues to solidify its role as a vital engine for environmental progress and a key contributor to a greener, more resilient future for the nation.