Shawati' Issue 64

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Shawati’ 64

Climate change leads to a higher frequency and intensity of storms, which can accelerate wind power, particularly the north wind, beyond its typical levels in the Arabian Gulf region. This amplifies the impact of sea-level rise through storm surges. Drought levels have increased over the past two decades, and groundwater levels continue to decline. As a result, in 2021, Abu Dhabi experienced its highest recorded temperature of 50.7 °C.

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RISKS OF CLIMATE CHANGE IN ABU DHABI Regarding Abu Dhabi, climate change exacerbates the already high humidity rates in the emirate, with levels sometimes reaching up to 90 per cent on very hot days. There is increased salinity and acidity of marine water and climate change is having a significant impact on marine water quality in the Arabian Gulf, becoming increasingly acidic and saline at a faster rate than in most other ocean waters worldwide. The effects of climate change in the Arabian Gulf are already being observed in the form of damage to marine habitats and species. Climate change leads to a higher frequency and intensity of storms, which can accelerate wind power, particularly the north wind, beyond its typical levels in the Arabian Gulf region. This amplifies the impact of sea-level rise through storm surges. Drought levels have increased over the past two decades, and groundwater levels continue to decline. As a result, in 2021, Abu Dhabi experienced its highest recorded temperature of 50.7 °C. While energy consumption with regard to heaters in winters will be reduced due to global warming, it will also increase the need for summertime air-conditioning. In urban areas water use and energy consumption for cooling will also largely increase. In low-lying coastal cities, infrastructure will also have to be adapted to rising sea levels.

A view of the mangroves with the Abu Dhabi Skyline in the background. © Environment Agency Abu Dhabi

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UAE’S FIGHT AGAINST CLIMATE CHANGE The UAE plays a central role in the world’s energy economy as a supplier of fossil fuels, which gives the country an important stake in finding solutions to cutting emissions while still providing the world with the energy it needs. Therefore, the UAE has engaged in the fight against climate change because it recognises the risks of inaction and the global responsibility it is committed to. As an example, the UAE this year is hosting the world’s largest climate change forum – COP28 – asserting its leadership as a custodian of climate action at a global level. The country’s wise leadership recognised the increasing risks of climate change on humans and the environment, and was one of the first countries to join the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, in addition to endorsing climate conventions, such as the Paris Agreement.

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