UAE, UK Can Be Green Tech Leaders: Boris Johnson

Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson, speaking at Masdar’s Green Hydrogen Summit in Abu Dhabi, underscored the UAE and UK’s capacity to spearhead green technology. According to zawya.com, he praised the UAE’s resilience in hosting COP28 in 2023, despite initial skepticism, noting its pivotal role in persuading the world to shift away from fossil fuels through technological advancement.

Johnson emphasized the mutual influence between the two nations, citing the UAE’s impact on UK energy policies, exemplified by investments in projects like the London Array wind farm. He stressed the necessity of collaborative efforts in driving innovation, extending from renewable energy initiatives to advancements in fields such as batteries and artificial intelligence.

Drawing attention to projects like the Dogger Bank South wind farm, Johnson highlighted the potential of green hydrogen as a future energy source, particularly in aviation. He urged the dismissal of doubts surrounding hydrogen’s viability, advocating for patience, political leadership, and ongoing innovation.

Johnson’s address accentuated the importance of close cooperation between the UAE and the UK in pioneering a sustainable future, as reported by zawya.com.