The Municipality and Planning Department – Ajman (MPDA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with The Cyprus Institute, a non-profit research and educational institution, for cooperation and mutual coordination in the fields of sustainability and clean energy.
According to a statement, the MoU will facilitate the implementation of joint initiatives, development projects and programs within the Emirate of Ajman that enhance air quality.
The two said in a statement that this will involve exchanging expertise in carrying out air quality strategies and projects and organising joint workshops, seminars, conferences, and events in the field of carbon neutrality and air quality.
As part of the partnership, the Cyprus Institute and the MPDA also intend to discuss opportunities to launch joint research and development projects in the fields of carbon neutrality and innovation.
Professor Jean Sciari said that The Cyprus Institute and the MPDA share common goals in terms of conducting scientific research and studies based on scientific facts and innovation in the fields of sustainability and the environment, climate and atmosphere research, focusing on addressing the challenges and impacts of climate change and air pollution.