Abu Dhabi has introduced comprehensive biodiversity legislation through Abu Dhabi Decision No. 6/2025, establishing new protocols for environmental conservation across the emirate.

The decree outlines specific measures for protecting both terrestrial and marine ecosystems. The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) has been designated to oversee the implementation of these new regulations, working in coordination with relevant government entities.

Under the new framework, systematic procedures will be introduced to monitor and analyse the impact of conservation efforts. The policy specifically addresses habitat protection, species preservation, and the restoration of natural ecosystems across Abu Dhabi’s varied landscape, which includes coral reefs, mangrove forests, sand dunes, and mountainous regions.

The legislation establishes regulatory mechanisms for environmental protection and introduces nature-based solutions for habitat preservation. It has been developed in collaboration with government agencies and private sector institutions to ensure alignment with existing national policies.

The new measures take into account current environmental challenges, including habitat degradation and climate change impacts. The policy sets out specific requirements for protecting marine, coastal, and terrestrial ecosystems, with clear implementation timeframes and monitoring protocols.

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