Plant the Emirates is an independent, community-led platform dedicated to supporting the UAE’s environmental goals by empowering individuals, schools, businesses, and organizations to plant native trees and create sustainable green spaces across the country.
Our Vision:
To inspire people and organizations to actively contribute to a greener UAE, in alignment with national priorities like Net Zero 2050, the UAE Green Agenda 2030, and the protection of native biodiversity.
Our Approach:
Mobilize community-driven tree planting events
Promote native species restoration (e.g., Ghaf, Sidr, Samar)
Support the UAE’s efforts to combat desertification and enhance green spaces
Foster partnerships with corporates, schools, and local organizations
Our Role:
We act as a catalyst for public engagement, a connector for eco-partners, and a supporter of national environmental strategies—without claiming official affiliation with UAE Government bodies
Organize open planting events across the Emirates to restore ecosystems with drought-tolerant native trees.
Individuals and organizations can adopt and sponsor trees for planting in approved zones.
Work with schools to promote environmental awareness and student-led planting projects.
With support from Forestification, we create fast-growing, dense forests within urban zones using eco-verified methods like Miyawaki.
Partner with companies to design impactful CSR tree planting programs and issue recognition certificates for environmental contribution.
As an external partner, Forestification provides expert advice and on-ground support to ensure that our planting projects:
Use native and ecologically appropriate species.
Follow sustainable land management practices.
Apply afforestation and microforest techniques suited to the UAE’s desert and urban environments.
Together, we work toward making community-led reforestation effective and resilient.
Volunteer: Help plant native trees at community events.
Adopt a Tree: Sponsor a tree in your name or as a gift to loved ones.
Corporate Partnerships: Engage in meaningful CSR projects by greening the Emirates.
Educational Institutions: Register your school or university for our community "Green Schools" program.
Native Trees of the UAE (Ghaf, Sidr, Neem & more)
How to Plant in Arid Environments
Water-Efficient Irrigation Practices
UAE Sustainability Framework Overview
Is Plant the Emirates an Official UAE Government Program?
No, Plant the Emirates is an independent initiative designed to complement and support UAE national sustainability efforts. While we are not officially affiliated with any UAE Government body at this time, we work in alignment with national visions such as UAE Net Zero 2050 and the Green Agenda 2030.
Why Are We Doing This?
We are a group of environmental enthusiasts, community leaders, and sustainability advocates who believe that grassroots action can strengthen and amplify official government-led programs. Our aim is to engage the public in caring for the UAE’s environment.
Are We Seeking Partnerships with the UAE Government?
Yes! We are committed to building collaborative relationships with government agencies, municipalities, and UAE-based environmental organizations.
Plant the Emirates is a community-driven platform that supports the UAE’s sustainability vision. It is not an official UAE Government website or government-endorsed initiative. We operate independently and respectfully in alignment with UAE environmental policies.