The Integrated Waste Management Strategy 2021-2041 seeks to encourage innovation in waste management, recycling and energy conversion. The strategy seeks to implement long-term projects over the next 20 years by providing practical solutions to environmental challenges in line with the environmental objectives outlined in the government's agenda. It also aims to enhance efforts to enrich all vital areas and sectors. It complements a range of projects adopted by The Executive Council of Dubai in the areas of sustainability, environmental conservation, quality of life development and building a sustainable future.

The budget to implement this strategy is AED 74.5 billion with AED 70.5 billion as direct contribution from the private sector.

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