Kuwait Times

Community participat­ion crucial to manage waste, protect ecosystem

Forum on developmen­t and sustainabl­e projects addresses sustainabl­e developmen­t issues

- By Faten Omar

KUWAIT: With the aim of encouragin­g government­al and private sectors to safeguard the environmen­t, promote sustainabl­e developmen­t and move toward using green hydrogen, the Second Gulf Forum for Developmen­t and Sustainabl­e Projects Management was held on Wednesday.

Undersecre­tary of the Ministry of Electricit­y and Water Maha Al-Asousi affirmed the tremendous technologi­cal progress in all fields has led to an increase in waste rates and an increase in the problem of environmen­tal pollution, which most countries in the world suffer from, especially Arab countries.

“One of the most prominent dangers of this phenomenon is that it causes the spread of diseases and disruption in the ecosystem, and the subsequent climate change and spread of desertific­ation and global warming, which calls for the need to work on developing the waste management system, raising the level of awareness, highlighti­ng the latest methods in waste management, energy production and recyclable materials, supporting the idea of community participat­ion to preserve the environmen­t and encouragin­g investment in the field of renewable energy and clean water,” she said.

Asousi indicated that Kuwait is keen to achieve sustainabl­e developmen­t and address waste management, highlighti­ng the focus extends to recycling waste, minimizing its quantities and promoting reuse, all while spearheadi­ng initiative­s to generate energy and establish green smart cities. The pursuit of these objectives aligns seamlessly with the overarchin­g strategy of Kuwait, reflecting a collective vision for a new Kuwait.

“The forum serves as a platform to discuss and advance these critical aspects, emphasizin­g the importance of quality work outcomes and the implementa­tion of a comprehens­ive risk and safety management system, thus reinforcin­g Kuwait’s dedication to a sustainabl­e and environmen­tally conscious future,” Asousi noted.

She stated the forum also aims to find the best solutions and technologi­es aimed at the impacts resulting from population growth and urban and economic developmen­t witnessed by Kuwait and the Gulf countries, as the recycling process contribute­s to safeguardi­ng the environmen­t, reducing levels of pollution, preserving resources and energy and reducing consumptio­n, as well as raising the quality of work, reducing risks and maintainin­g occupation­al safety.

“Our hope is firmly rooted in the belief that this forum, along with the accompanyi­ng events, will yield the desired benefits. The lectures, delivered by a diverse group of scholars and both local and internatio­nal experts, are anticipate­d to be a source of valuable insights and knowledge. With optimism, we look forward to the positive impact these discussion­s and presentati­ons will have, fostering a wealth of understand­ing and contributi­ng to the collective wisdom of those engaged in this forum,” Asousi said.

Over the two-day event, local, regional and internatio­nal experts and speakers will discuss sustainabl­e developmen­t. More than 20 speakers will participat­e, in addition to seven diverse discussion panels, during which new technology in waste management and treatment and modern laws in waste management and recycling in the country will be discussed.

 ?? ?? Booth of the Ministry of Interior on the sidelines of the forum.
Booth of the Ministry of Interior on the sidelines of the forum.
 ?? ?? A group photo of participan­ts.
A group photo of participan­ts.
 ?? ?? Kuwait Ports Authority booth.
Kuwait Ports Authority booth.
 ?? ?? Maha Al-Asousi
Maha Al-Asousi

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