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UAE unveils national biofuels policy to advance clean energy agenda

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The UAE has revealed the details of the National Policy on Biofuels, recently approved by the UAE Cabinet. The policy supports the country’s shift towards clean and sustainable energy sources.

The policy has been developed by the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MoEI) in coordination with its strategic partners from the public and private sectors, with the aim of providing sustainable fuel alternatives and further diversifying the energy mix.

Suhail bin Mohammed Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructurehighlights the importance of National Biofuel Policy in the UAE’s decarbonization efforts. The policy aims to increase biodiesel consumption by 20% by 2050, significantly reducing carbon emissions and the carbon footprint of diesel cars. It aligns with the UAE Energy Strategy 2050 and promotes the principles of the circular economy, driving economic growth through the use of waste for production. The Ministry collaborates with partners to develop regulations, establish standards and implement criteria for biofuel production. This policy supports initiatives such as the National Energy and Water Demand Management Program and the UAE Net Zero by 2050 Strategic initiative.

Ali Khalifa Alshamsi, CEO of Emarat, believes that the National Biofuels Policy is essential to support the UAE’s leadership in clean energy production and diversification.

Saif Humaid Al Falasi, CEO of ENOC Grouppraises the policy’s alignment with the UAE’s transition towards a flexible energy mix and the Net Zero 2050 Strategic Initiative, highlighting ENOC’s contributions to the use of biofuels since 2017.

Yousif bin Saeed Lootah, CEO of Lootah Biofuels, sees the policy as a turning point to reduce emissions and promote sustainability in various sectors, aligning with the UAE’s ambitious goals for sustainable aviation fuel production.

Ahmad Bin Eisa Alserkal, Chairman of the Alserkal Groupemphasizes the role of policy in reducing the country’s carbon footprint, improving energy security and stimulating economic growth.

Bader Saeed Al Lamki, CEO of ADNOC Distributionwelcomes the policy as a milestone in the UAE’s sustainable mobility journey.

Salem Bin Ashoor, Director and Country Head of bp UAE, underlines the importance of biofuels in achieving net zero emissions globally, expressing bp’s commitment to supporting the UAE’s energy transition agenda through collaboration and experience sharing.

News source: Emirates News Agency

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