UAE Aims for Half Local Crops Sharjah Recycles 93% Waste
The session at the "Sharjah Investment Forum 2026" focused on achieving sustainability by increasing local crop production in the UAE by up to 50%, utilizing advanced technologies such as hydroponics and indoor farming, with an emphasis on reducing water and land usage. The session also highlighted the success of Sharjah in diverting 93% of its waste away from landfills and developing a waste-to-energy plant that currently produces 30 megawatts, with plans to double its capacity through artificial intelligence and technological innovations. The discussion addressed the challenges faced by farmers in selecting appropriate technologies and linking production to supply chains, underscoring the importance of agricultural technology as a major investment sector in the coming decade.
تنويه: هذا ملخص تم إنشاؤه بواسطة الذكاء الاصطناعي
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