Shoppers pack goods into long-life bags at the checkout. Abu Dhabi's authorities opted for a total ban instead of a charge per bag.
Shoppers pack goods into long-life bags at the checkout. Abu Dhabi's authorities opted for a total ban instead of a charge per bag.
Shaikha Salem Al Dhaheri, centre, white mask, secretary general of Environment Agency Abu Dhabi, visits Lulu Supermarket in Mushrif Mall on the first day of a ban on plastic shopping bags. All photos: Chris Whiteoak / The National
Shaikha Salem Al Dhaheri, centre, white mask, secretary general of Environment Agency Abu Dhabi, visits Lulu Supermarket in Mushrif Mall on the first day of a ban on plastic shopping bags. All photos: Chris Whiteoak / The National
Long-life shopping bags made of jute and cotton on display at Lulu in Mushrif Mall, Abu Dhabi.
Long-life shopping bags made of jute and cotton on display at Lulu in Mushrif Mall, Abu Dhabi.
Signs at Spinneys on Abu Dhabi's Muroor Road inform the public that from June 1, 2022, shops cannot stock single-use plastic bags.
Signs at Spinneys on Abu Dhabi's Muroor Road inform the public that from June 1, 2022, shops cannot stock single-use plastic bags.
Shoppers are encouraged to bring their own but can also buy long-life bags in shops.
Shoppers are encouraged to bring their own but can also buy long-life bags in shops.
Exceptions to the ban include plastic packaging used to wrap meats and thin poly bags for vegetables and grains.
Exceptions to the ban include plastic packaging used to wrap meats and thin poly bags for vegetables and grains.
Supermarket staff pose for a photo with trolleys full of long-life bags.
Supermarket staff pose for a photo with trolleys full of long-life bags.

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UAE survey to gauge young people's attitude to climate change

EAD survey to target 10,000 aged 15 to 29 in run-up to Cop27

Anjana Sankar
Anjana Sankar

October 07, 2022

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Environment Agency Abu Dhabi (EAD) has started conducting a nationwide survey on UAE youths' attitudes towards climate change.

The EAD Youth Survey on Climate Change will target 10,000 young people aged 15 to 29 across the seven emirates, measuring their sentiments and views on the most pressing environmental issues and the implications of climate change.

The survey comes in the run-up to the UAE’s participation in Cop27 next month.

The results will be published during the same month to coincide with the climate change event in Egypt and 12 months before the UAE hosts Cop28 at Expo City Dubai.

The survey will measure young people's environmental attitudes and behaviour, their beliefs in personal responsibility for the environment as well as their conservation behaviour, environmental stewardship and sustainability.

It will also measure the effect of the recent single-use plastic policies on young people's habits.

Abu Dhabi implemented a ban on single-use plastic bags from June 1, while Dubai imposed a tariff of 25 fils on their use from July 1.

Dr Shaikha Al Dhaheri, secretary general of EAD, said it was important to listen to young voices and include them in decision-making while addressing climate change.

"Young people are the future and will have to deal with the consequences of climate change, food insecurity, biodiversity loss and threats to our environment," she said.

"So, it is only fair that they have their say and that we listen to them, give them a seat at the table and, in doing so, tap into their immense potential, their perspectives, creativity and problem-solving skills."

EAD will work through its youth engagement platforms such as the Sustainable Schools Initiative with a network of 153 schools, and Sustainable Campus Initiative, which includes 24 active universities and reaches more than 500,000 students, to maximise participation in the survey.

Arab Youth Survey 2022: UAE named most desirable place to live

Identity: Almost two thirds (65 per cent) of young Arabs say preserving their religious and cultural identity is more important than creating a more globalised society. This figure rises to 75 per cent in the Gulf. The National
Identity: Almost two thirds (65 per cent) of young Arabs say preserving their religious and cultural identity is more important than creating a more globalised society. This figure rises to 75 per cent in the Gulf. The National
Cost of living: More than a third of young Arabs (35 per cent) say the rising cost of living and unemployment are the biggest obstacles facing the region. Other concerns include unemployment (32 per cent). AFP
Cost of living: More than a third of young Arabs (35 per cent) say the rising cost of living and unemployment are the biggest obstacles facing the region. Other concerns include unemployment (32 per cent). AFP
Best country: More than half (57 per cent) of young Arabs say the UAE is the country they would most like to live in. The UAE is rated as the most desirable country for the 11th consecutive year. AP
Best country: More than half (57 per cent) of young Arabs say the UAE is the country they would most like to live in. The UAE is rated as the most desirable country for the 11th consecutive year. AP
Closest ally: Over the past five years, China is considered by young Arabs to be a stronger ally to their nation than the US. At least 78 per cent said China was a stronger ally, while 63 per cent chose the US.
Closest ally: Over the past five years, China is considered by young Arabs to be a stronger ally to their nation than the US. At least 78 per cent said China was a stronger ally, while 63 per cent chose the US.
War in Ukraine: About 31 per cent of young Arabs consider the US and Nato as being more responsible for the war in Ukraine than Russia, although 37 per cent said they did not know or could not say either way. EPA
War in Ukraine: About 31 per cent of young Arabs consider the US and Nato as being more responsible for the war in Ukraine than Russia, although 37 per cent said they did not know or could not say either way. EPA
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January 8, ODI, UAE beat Ireland by six wickets
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February 6, T10, Northern Warriors beat Delhi Bulls by eight wickets
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March 14, Test, Afghanistan beat Zimbabwe by six wickets
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June 17, PSL, Islamabad United beat Peshawar Zalmi by 15 runs
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  • 400m Olympic running track
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  • 600-seat auditorium
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  • Specialist robotics and science laboratories
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Updated: October 07, 2022, 3:04 PM`
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