KUWAIT CITY, Oct 19: The Environment Public Authority (EPA) announced on Saturday its ongoing mangrove cultivation campaigns in the Jahra Reserve, aimed at combating climate change and promoting the importance of expanding green areas in the country.

During the mangrove cultivation event at the reserve, Dr. Abdullah Al-Zaidan, the EPA's Deputy Director General for Technical Affairs, expressed the authority's commitment to fostering collaboration among state institutions, the private sector, volunteer teams, and civil society initiators.

Al-Zaidan revealed that 1,000 mangrove seedlings were planted in the reserve in partnership with the Public Authority for Youth and the Eco Incubator for Environment and Renewable Energy Projects. Volunteer teams, including the Kuwaiti volunteer group Al-Darwaza, the environmental team Al-Sa'i, and the team We Plant and Protect, also participated in the initiative.

He emphasized that this effort is part of a broader strategy to raise awareness about the significance of environmental rehabilitation and greening, supporting both state institutions and community members in achieving the objectives of the United Nations 2030 Sustainable Development Plan and Kuwait Vision 2035.

Regarding the benefits of mangrove cultivation, Al-Zaidan highlighted its crucial role in mitigating climate change, protecting coastlines from erosion, enhancing biodiversity, and purifying water from pollutants. These actions contribute to a sustainable and improved future for Kuwait.

He noted that such initiatives are essential in addressing global challenges related to climate change and environmental degradation by encouraging plant cultivation and responsible natural resource management. This approach aims to promote sustainability, reduce pollution, and improve the quality of life in the country.

Furthermore, Al-Zaidan stated that nature reserves are vital for enhancing urban areas' resilience against environmental and climatic changes, as they improve air quality, reduce emissions, and create a safer and more sustainable environment. (KUNA)