Nama Water team visits Al Ansab Wetland to spread awareness on World Wetland Day

Nama Water Services (NWS) participated in celebrating World Wetland Day as part of the company’s commitment to achieving the goals of preserving the environment, which helps reduce carbon emissions and achieve zero neutrality.

The company celebrates this occasion, which falls on February 2 of each year, and the celebration stems from the principle of emphasising the importance of wetlands and making the environment healthy and balanced.

A team from the NWS visited Al Ansab Wetland in the presence of their CEO Qais bin Saud al Zakwani.

“Today we celebrate our participation in this important event, which highlights the interconnection between wetlands and human well-being, through various activities and volunteer work with the participation of the University of Technology and Applied Sciences in Muscat and the Basmatna Gur Voluntary Team,” said Salem bin Musalam al Saadi, Environment Wetland Manager, following the visit.

Saadi spoke about the international importance of the Ansab wetland, and stressed that tis occupies an international status and are considered wetlands under the Ramsar Wetlands Convention, which is the oldest global agreement in the field of the environment and reflects the Company’s efforts and represents great importance in preserving the environment and sustainable use of wetlands and their natural wealth.”

“Celebrating this day aims to raise awareness about the importance role played by wetland, which are considered a vital habitat for diverse plants and birds, which enhances biodiversity and contributes to the environmental balance in the region,” he added. During the celebration, opportunities in Al Ansab Wetland were discussed, and the most prominent components of the lakes were identified, which work to contribute to preserving wildlife and enhance environmental awareness.