Environment: Investing in the awareness of youth and young people is the foundation for building a sustainable future
The Public Authority for Environment (PAE) has affirmed that building environmental awareness among youth and young people constitutes a genuine investment in the nation’s future, enhancing their capacity to contribute to environmental protection and the achievement of sustainable development goals.
Speaking to KUNA on the sidelines of the opening of the fourth season of the national initiative “Sustainability Camp,” under the slogan “When Technology Meets Sustainability,” Acting Director General of the PAE, Nof Boubahani, said the Authority’s participation stems from its conviction that sustainability has become a fundamental pillar of development, and that real change begins with the individual, fostering a more aware, responsible, and sustainable society.
Boubahani added that the PAE believes environmental protection is achieved by entrenching environmental values and strengthening a culture of responsibility among members of society, particularly youth and young people, who are regarded as the nation’s true wealth and the architects of its future. She emphasized that promoting environmental awareness and empowering young people are among the Authority’s top priorities, based on the understanding that investing in human capital is the most sustainable form of investment, and that nurturing a generation equipped with knowledge, awareness, and initiative is the true guarantee for preserving natural resources and achieving sustainable development.
She noted that the Sustainability Camp serves as a national platform for training sustainability ambassadors who carry the message of environmental conservation to their schools, universities, and communities, translating knowledge into practical initiatives and actions.
Boubahani reaffirmed the Authority’s commitment to continuing its partnership in this national initiative and its ongoing support for awareness-raising initiatives that enhance environmental consciousness, encourage innovation, and promote collaborative efforts, thereby contributing to the achievement of sustainable development goals and building a more prosperous and sustainable future.
