To mark the 20th anniversary of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, assuming leadership of Dubai, Dubai Municipality and the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) launched an initiative to plant 20,000 trees across parks, residential neighbourhoods, and educational institutions.
The initiative features tree-planting and afforestation activities involving public and private entities, schools, universities, and community members, promoting engagement and environmental awareness.
Key planting sites include Al Barsha South, Al Barsha Pond Park, Nakheel Park in Al Aweer, the Quranic Garden in Al Khawaneej, Al Mizhar Second, Blossoms Park at Nad Al Sheba, Al Safa Park in Jumeirah, Umm Suqeim, Al Quoz Pond Park, and Al Warqa’a 3. KHDA will coordinate with schools and universities to register the number and types of saplings to ensure smooth implementation.
Marwan Ahmed bin Ghalita, Director-General of Dubai Municipality, said that the initiative honours the development journey led by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed and reflects his enduring impact, serving as a model for transforming national milestones into sustainable projects that create a lasting legacy for future generations.
Aisha Abdulla Miran, Director-General of KHDA, said that the initiative reflects His Highness Sheikh Mohammed’s vision of maintaining a green and thriving environment, promoting sustainability as a core value, and fostering a forward-looking approach to education and community development.
The initiative supports the Dubai Green Project, aiming to expand landscaped and green areas across the emirate, increase per capita access to greenery, and promote a healthier environment that enhances quality of life, in line with the Dubai Urban Master Plan 2040.