The UAE Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) has partnered with Emirates Growth Fund (EGF) to support the growth of the UAE-based companies that contribute to climate, food security, and sustainability goals.
The partnership was formalized during the Emirates Agriculture Exhibition and Conference 2025 in Al Ain. The signing ceremony was held in the presence of Dr. Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, the UAE Minister of Climate Change and Environment, and Najla Al Midfa, Vice Chair and Managing Director of EGF.
The agreement highlights the commitment of both national entities to supporting SMEs operating in the areas of food and water security, agricultural innovation and local production, environmental technologies, and climate-aligned business models.
The partnership seeks to empower the UAE-based businesses to play a key role in cultivating a more self-sufficient, sustainable, and resilient national economy. From securing the country’s food supply to advancing environmental innovation, it reflects a shared dedication to advance the growth of the private sector to drive lasting impact.
The MoU paves the way for exchanging knowledge, co-promoting eligible companies, and showcasing success stories that support the UAE’s long-term climate and food security goals.
Dr. Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak UAE Minister of Climate Change and Environment
“This partnership paves the way for achieving our shared environmental objectives aligned with the goals of the National Food Security Strategy 2051, and We the UAE Vision 2031. The private sector is a key component of our drive towards environmental resilience and food security. By empowering SMEs working in food supply chain and environmental innovation we are laying a strong foundation for greater national self-reliance and a future-ready economy. The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment is dedicated to fostering holistic climate action across all sectors, ensuring future readiness and the ability to adapt to evolving global challenges.”
“EGF exists to support businesses solving national challenges through innovation and scale. Through this collaboration, we are not only providing patient capital but acting as long-term partners to founders. Our value creation approach brings strategic guidance, governance support, and access to networks. By focusing on agri tech and environmental innovation, we are investing in the building blocks of national resilience and self-sufficiency,” added Najla Al Midfa.
