AD Police and EAD sign environmental protection deal

The General Command of Abu Dhabi Police and the Environment Agency - Abu Dhabi (EAD) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to help protect the environment in the emirate.

As part of the MoU, the two will work together to enforce legislation to conserve and raise awareness of the environment, and work towards adopting sustainability practices in line with the UAE’s Year of Sustainability.

The MoU was signed by Major General Maktoum Ali Al Sharifi, Director-General of Abu Dhabi Police; and Dr. Shaikha Salem Al Dhaheri, Secretary-General of EAD, in the presence of several officials from both parties.

Al Sharifi stressed the importance in enhancing cooperation and partnerships with various government agencies and coordinating closely to achieve strategic goals and joint future aspirations.

As part of the partnership, The General Command of Abu Dhabi Police and EAD will establish a mechanism to control legal violations, take measures that fall within their jurisdiction, benefit from the expertise of the two parties and develop capabilities in the field of environmental protection.

A joint platform will be established between the two parties to address key environmental challenges and activate control to protect and preserve the environment. There is a plan to raise public awareness about environmental laws and their violations through awareness campaigns.

The application of functioning and developing smart monitoring systems will also be adopted. A comprehensive training plan for relevant authorities will also be formulated to help ensure the best practices are followed.