ABU DHABI, 12th July, 2020 (WAM) — Pure Health Group has announced its commitment to achieve climate neutrality by 2040, becoming the first healthcare company in the Middle East, Africa and Asia to commit to achieving this milestone in line with science. -Basic Targets Initiative (SBTi).

The group is committing to achieve climate neutrality ten years ahead of the deadline set for the world to reach net zero emissions under the Paris Agreement to keep global warming above 1.5 degrees Celsius, in an unprecedented move in terms of health sector in the region. Pre-industrial levels.

The pledge was announced in conjunction with the UAE’s preparations to host the 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28), which reflects the country’s commitment to clean health for its efforts within the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change and in line with the Sustainable Year Goals. Regarding climate neutrality and its effort to raise awareness of sustainability in the health sector.

The UAE was the first country in the Middle East and North Africa to announce its commitment to achieving net zero emissions when it announced its goal of achieving climate neutrality by 2050 before attending the “COP26” conference in Glasgow in October 2021. During its participation in the “COP27” conference, it defined its strategy to achieve the goal through a strategic initiative based on quality plans specific to each sector.

Earlier this year, the Abu Dhabi Department of Health unveiled its sustainability goals in conjunction with Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2023. The targets announced by the department focused on reducing carbon emissions by 20 percent by 2030. Achieving climate neutrality by 2050.

The department seeks to develop a road map to advance sustainability in the health sector and accelerate the contribution of the organization that supports it in the emirate.

During the “Sustainability of the Planet” event in Abu Dhabi, Pure Health announced its new climate commitments in the presence of His Excellency Dr. Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, President-designate of COP28. Minister of Climate Change and Environment Her Excellency Maryam Bint Muhammad Al Muhairi and Executive Committee Member Her Excellency Mansoor Al Mansoori, Head of the Emirate of Health, Abu Dhabi – Department of Government with officials.

His Excellency Dr. Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and President of the Conference of the Parties ‘COP28’, said: “Climate change is a challenge to the health of individuals, communities and the planet. Every year around 100 million people are living in poverty and need to take effective and impactful action.” Concerted global efforts are needed, and this is what it seeks.” He referred to the UAE under the guidance of its brilliant leadership, referring to the commitment of the UAE company. “Clean Health” is an ambitious initiative at the health sector level in the region to achieve net zero emissions by 2040.

His Excellency added: “COP28 will be a platform for opportunities for action on climate and health, as it is the first global climate conference to dedicate an entire day to the health sector, and the first such event to meet at ministerial level on health and climate issues, as the international commitment to keep the planet below 1.5 degrees Celsius Collaboration is needed, which turns climate action into concrete solutions.

For her part, Her Excellency Maryam Bint Mohammed Al Muhairi, Minister of Climate Change and Environment, emphasized the importance of achieving the Sustainable Development Goals as a key means of protecting the environment and ensuring the health and sustainability of human societies.

He said, “Our national strategy to achieve climate neutrality by 2050 focuses on targets that can be implemented through a sectoral approach to reducing emissions. The UAE affirms the importance of promoting climate action at all levels, especially with the participation of the private sector. The health sector.”

His Excellency added: “The UAE’s Year of Sustainability is an opportunity to promote commitment to collective action both domestically and globally for the benefit of the planet and the UAE’s Conference of the Parties to host ‘COP28’ indicates that a day will be set aside. Within its activities for the health care sector, ensure the contribution of all sectors in reducing emissions. , while the country seeks to organize a global climate event that is inclusive and helps achieve results that appeal to people around the world.

For his part, Mansoor Al Mansoori, Member of the Executive Committee of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi and Head of the Department of Health, said: “Guided by wise leadership, the department continues to lead sustainability. agenda in the health care sector by providing a clear road map enabling the health system to achieve sustainable operations and practices.”

He added that the department has set short and long-term targets this year within the framework of the strategic goal of reducing emissions by 20 percent by 2030 and achieving zero neutrality by 2050. A green hospital governance model with specialized accreditation and evaluation systems in Abu Dhabi. The goals are linked to ensuring a better future for future generations and providing a flexible future system for improved health care.

In turn, Farhan Malik, Managing Director and CEO of Pure Health said: “The world is approaching a tipping point and we believe in the need to achieve climate neutrality as soon as possible. We hope our bold action will inspire companies and other sectors to accelerate decarbonisation and reduce emissions. Our efforts are in line with the vision of the UAE’s wise leadership in accelerating climate action efforts to ensure well-being and achieve sustainable economic growth.

The global health care sector accounts for 5 percent of carbon emissions and 10 percent of global GDP, so adopting a comprehensive carbon reduction roadmap that includes more responsible practices such as sustainable procurement, waste management, and strict hygiene is critical to clean health. Policies Reducing Emissions Carbon emissions will be further reduced through more energy-efficient buildings and infrastructure and cleaner transport vessels. Adoption of clean and renewable energy is a top priority.

Driven by its transformative vision, Pure Health is leveraging technology solutions to create a “cloud health care” system that includes technology including cloud computing, artificial intelligence-based classification, remote monitoring and wearable devices. Things are adopted to monitor and optimize energy consumption within the group system.

Through these initiatives and technological advancements, Pure Health aims to drive sustainable change in the healthcare sector in the UAE, while contributing to the sustainability of the planet.