The Ministry of Environment and Energy, Maldives National University signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) of MVR 1.3 Million. The objective of the MoU is to integrate and deliver Green Building Concepts particularly Energy Efficiency modules in training programs of the Maldives National University.

The MOU was signed in a ceremony held at the Ministry of Environment and Energy today. The signatories were the Minister of Environment and Energy Thoriq Ibrahim and the Vice-Chancellor of Maldives National University Dr. Ali Fawaz Shareef.

Speaking at the ceremony, Minister Thoriq Ibrahim said that this MoU will assist in reducing the energy consumed in the building sector and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Minister Thoriq also stated that the government is taking several measures to mitigate the effects of climate change. He stressed the government’s commitment to reduce carbon emissions. He noted the efforts taken through this MoU will help to conserve energy and reduce carbon emissions.

The Vice-Chancellor of Maldives National University Dr. Ali Fawaz Shareef stated this initiation by the Ministry of Environment and Energy is commendable and it will enable to develop much needed human resources in the construction industry of the Maldives.

The activities of the MoU is supported by “Strengthening Low Carbon Energy Island Strategies” project, which is implemented by Ministry of Environment and Energy (MEE) assisted by United Nations Environment Program (UNEP) and financed by Government of Maldives and Global Environment Facility (GEF). The project aims to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions through energy efficiency in the building sector, increasing energy efficiency in the building sector by developing appropriate policies, guidelines and standards.