By 2024, the UAE will have developed a 100 per cent Emirati-made lunar rover and sent it to the moon. The lunar mission will study various aspects of the lunar surface and pave the way for discoveries that can contribute to the development of science and specialised high-precision technologies in the space sector. It will also help test the UAE’s capabilities before embarking on manned missions to Mars.

The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park is the largest single-site solar park in the world, based on the independent power producer (IPP) model. It will generate 1,000 Mega Watts (MW) by 2020 and 5,000 MW by 2030. The first phase of this project began operations in 2013 with a capacity of 13 MW. The second phase began operations in April 2017 with a capacity of 200 MW. The third phase will begin operations in 2020 with a capacity of 1,000 MW, while the fourth phase of the project will begin operations by the last quarter of 2020 with a capacity of 5,000 MW. The project will have the world’s tallest solar tower, measuring 260 metres.

Environment Vision 2030 for the emirate of Abu Dhabi was developed to ensure integration among the three pillars of sustainability: environmental, economic and social vision. It aims to preserve and enhance Abu Dhabi's natural heritage in the efficient use of resources and contributing to a better quality of life for all. Environment Vision 2030 identifies 5 priority areas.

By 2030, Abu Dhabi Transportation Mobility Management Strategy (TMM) mainly aims to change attitude and behaviour towards use of sustainable modes of transport, improve access to public transport, satisfy mobility needs, reduce traffic growth and congestion and create an efficient multi-modal public transport network.

Dubai Autonomous Transportation Strategy aims to transform 25 per cent of the total transportation in Dubai to autonomous mode by 2030. The strategy is expected to bring AED 22 billion in annual economic revenues in several sectors by reducing transportation costs, carbon emissions and accidents, and raising the productivity of individuals as well as saving hundreds of millions of hours wasted in conventional transportation.

In April 2016, H. H. Sheikh Mohammed launched the Dubai 3D Printing Strategy. This initiative aims to exploit technology for the service of humanity and promote the status of the UAE and Dubai as a leading hub of 3D printing technology by the year 2030.
There are three key sectors and five pillars of the strategy.

The National Advanced Sciences Agenda 2031 outlines the UAE’s high priority for scientific objectives to be realised by 2031. The Agenda aims to utilise advanced sciences in the development and creation of solutions to future challenges and support the government's efforts to achieve the objectives of Vision 2021 and Centennial Plan 2071 through three consecutive strategies starting with 2021 Advanced Science Strategy.

The 2031 Agenda sets out eight scientific priorities up to 2031 and 30 scientific targets up to 2021 to make the most of all strategic natural resources in the country. It is generated by the efforts of more than 100 experts from 50 leading private and public entities in cooperation with 55 supportive bodies. It will be implemented with the participation of 10 government entities. (Image source: Albayan newspaper)

‘We the UAE 2031’ vision aims to double the country’s gross domestic product (GDP) from AED 1.49 trillion to AED 3 trillion. It represents a national plan to shape the future of the country for the next 10 years, with focus on social, economic, investment and development aspects. The plan seeks to enhance the position of the UAE as a global partner and an attractive and influential economic hub. It aims to highlight the successful economic model of the UAE and the opportunities it provides to all global partners.

By 2036, the UAE aims to reduce the total demand for water resources by 21 per cent, increase the water productivity index to USD 110 per cubic metre, reduce the water scarcity index by a ratio of three points, increase the reuse of treated water to 95 per cent and increase the national water storage capacity up to two days. Sustainable water supplies will be ensured in various circumstances through three main programmes: The Water Demand Management Program, the Water Supply Management Program and the Emergency Production and Distribution Programme.

Ras Al Khaimah Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Strategy 2040 targets 30 per cent energy savings, 20 per cent water savings and production of renewable energy to the extent of 20 per cent of total energy sources by 2040. Ras Al Khaimah Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Strategy 2040 is a part of Ras Al Khaimah’s efforts to mitigate the impact of climate change in the UAE and the world.

The Integrated Waste Management Strategy 2021-2041 seeks to encourage innovation in waste management, recycling and energy conversion, and 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.

In November 2015, Sheikh Mohammed launched Dubai Clean Energy Strategy. Under this strategy, Dubai aims to produce 75 per cent of its energy requirements from clean sources by 2050. The strategy also aims to make Dubai a global centre of clean energy and green economy. It consists of five main pillars: infrastructure, legislation, funding, building capacities and skills, and environment-friendly energy mix.

The UAE aims to establish the first inhabitable human settlement on Mars by 2117. H. H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid said that the project is a seed that the UAE plants today and expects future generations to reap the benefits, driven by its passion to learn to unveil a new knowledge. He issued directives to Mohammad Bin Rashid Space Centre to lead the Mars 2117 project and prepare a 100-year plan for its implementation.

The Centennial Vision 2057 of Abu Dhabi Police includes more than 50 strategic initiatives harnessed by artificial intelligence (AI) and proactive thinking in future security work. By 2057, Abu Dhabi Police would have launched a satellite that would prevent police data piracy and by 2117, it would have designed a police station for the UAE Mars colony. Patrol vehicles will monitor security in space, AI systems will direct the behaviour of inmates in penal institutions and nano-robots will be used for firefighting. Robots will replace 50 per cent of police officers, 50 per cent of police budget will be self-financed and all police patrols will run fuel-free.