AGP Executive Report

Climate-Resilient Farming: KFAED signed a $2.56 million grant to develop improved crops able to withstand climate change and arid conditions, supporting food security across the region. Plastic Recycling: Kuwait’s Metal and Recycling Company will collect and recycle plastic waste from Equate’s industrial operations under a new agreement. Extreme Heat: A Reuters analysis found the planet’s largest heat storm covered nearly 85% of Earth and lasted 367 days, highlighting how heat extremes are growing in scale. Marine Protection: Kuwait’s EPA is reviewing its national response plan for oil and hazardous-substance pollution, with a workshop focused on coordination and emergency readiness. Energy Transition: Kuwait’s Supreme Energy Committee reviewed the country’s 2035 transition plan. Wildlife and Coasts: Kuwait Dive Team installed 35 moorings at Kubbar Island, while authorities have also moved against unauthorized hunting in Sabah Al-Ahmad Reserve.

Marine Protection: Kuwait’s Environment Public Authority is reviewing its national response plan for oil and hazardous-substance spills, aiming to sharpen coordination and readiness for pollution emergencies. Energy Transition: The Supreme Energy Committee reviewed progress on Kuwait’s 2035 energy transformation plan, with officials stressing measurable targets, efficient resource use and a broader energy mix. Waste and Sustainability: Municipality teams removed three unauthorized clothing-collection bins in Ahmadi, while a Hawally campaign promotes resource conservation and waste reduction. Water Security: The Kuwait Water Association has highlighted research and innovation as key to protecting water supplies. Wildlife: Two people were jailed and fined after entering Sabah Al-Ahmad Reserve to hunt; their vehicle was ordered crushed. Climate: A new global analysis finds the largest heat events now reach far wider areas and last much longer than in the 1960s.

Marine Protection: Kuwait’s Environment Public Authority is reviewing its national response plan for oil and hazardous-substance spills, with a workshop focused on agency roles and coordination during marine emergencies. Energy Transition: The Supreme Energy Committee assessed progress on Kuwait’s 2035 energy plan, emphasizing implementation priorities, efficiency and a more diverse energy mix. Waste and Cleanliness: Municipality teams removed three unauthorized clothing bins in Ahmadi, while a Hawally campaign promotes resource conservation and waste reduction. Coastal Care: Kuwait Dive Team installed 35 moorings at Kubbar Island; separately, two people were jailed after entering Sabah Al-Ahmad Reserve to hunt. Climate: A global analysis finds the largest heat events have grown dramatically, with one recent heat storm spanning nearly 85% of the planet.

Energy Transition: Kuwait’s Supreme Energy Committee reviewed the plan to transform the energy sector by 2035, stressing measurable targets, reliable supply, efficient resource use and a more diverse energy mix with expanded renewables. Climate Risks: A Reuters analysis finds the largest heat storms have grown dramatically, with one this decade spanning nearly 85% of the globe over 367 days. Preparedness: A Kuwaiti defence delegation visited Oman’s emergency centre to study coordination and readiness for severe weather and other hazards. Water Security: Kuwait’s Water Association highlighted research and innovation, while officials pointed to treated water as a resource that could help farmers raise output. Nature Protection: Two people were jailed after entering Sabah Al-Ahmad Reserve to hunt, and the Kuwait Dive Team installed 35 moorings at Kubbar Island.

Water Security: Kuwait Water Association highlighted research and innovation as key to securing water supplies. Farmers in Abdaly also called for treated wastewater to irrigate crops in areas with few natural water sources. Climate Finance: Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development and the Green Climate Fund signed a cooperation MoU. Marine Protection: Kuwait Dive Team installed 35 moorings at Kubbar Island, helping protect the seabed from damage caused by boat anchors. Wildlife Protection: Two people were arrested for entering Sabah Al-Ahmad Nature Reserve to hunt; their vehicle was seized for crushing. Regional Cooperation: Kuwait and Azerbaijan discussed cooperation on environmental protection and food security.

Water and Farming: Farmers in Abdaly say using treated water for irrigation could ease supply shortages and boost agricultural output in Kuwait’s northern farming areas. Water Security: The Kuwait Water Association is urging more research, innovation and international cooperation to strengthen the country’s water security. Wildlife Protection: Two people were jailed and fined after entering Sabah Al-Ahmad Reserve to hunt; their vehicle was confiscated and sent for crushing. Marine Conservation: Kuwait Dive Team installed 35 moorings at Kubbar Island. Food Safety: Inspectors seized 773 kilograms of spoiled fish in Ahmadi during a campaign.

Water Reuse: Farmers in Abdaly and Wafra say treated water could boost crops in areas with few natural irrigation sources, reducing reliance on freshwater tankers. Water Security: The Kuwait Water Association called for more research, innovation and international cooperation to strengthen the country’s water security. Wildlife Protection: Two people were jailed and fined after entering Sabah Al-Ahmad Nature Reserve to hunt; their vehicle was sent to the crusher. Marine Conservation: Kuwait Dive Team installed 35 moorings at Kubbar Island. Clean Energy: Kuwait and Saudi Arabia agreed to cooperate on electricity and renewable energy, while the Kuwait Fund and Green Climate Fund signed a cooperation MoU.

Water Security: The Kuwait Water Association called for stronger research, innovation and international cooperation to support the country’s water security, as it joined preparations for the 2027 World Utilities Congress. Protected Areas: Two people were arrested after allegedly entering Sabah Al-Ahmad Nature Reserve to hunt; their vehicle and equipment were seized, and they face penalties under Kuwait’s environmental law. Coastal Protection: The Kuwait Dive Team installed 35 moorings at Kubbar Island, a step in managing boat anchoring around the island. Cleaner Energy: Kuwait and Saudi Arabia signed an agreement covering electricity and renewable energy cooperation, while Kuwait and Tajikistan discussed expanding ties in renewables, including hydropower. Greener Infrastructure: Bids opened for Kuwait International Airport’s Terminal 2 operations and services, with the project targeting renewable-energy and high environmental-design standards.

Protected Areas: Two people were arrested for entering Sabah Al-Ahmad Nature Reserve to hunt. Their vehicle and hunting equipment were seized; offenders face up to a year in jail and fines of up to KD5,000. Marine Protection: Kuwait Dive Team installed 35 moorings at Kubbar Island. Pollution and Food Safety: Authorities seized 773kg of spoiled fish in Ahmadi. Clean Energy: Kuwait and Saudi Arabia agreed to cooperate on electricity and renewable energy, while Kuwait and Azerbaijan discussed environmental and food-security cooperation. Climate Finance: Kuwait Fund and the Green Climate Fund signed a cooperation MoU.

Protected Areas: Two people were arrested after entering Sabah Al-Ahmad Nature Reserve to hunt; their vehicle and equipment were confiscated, and they face penalties under Kuwait’s environmental law. Marine Protection: The Kuwait Dive Team installed 35 moorings at Kubbar Island, helping protect the island’s surrounding waters. Food Safety: Inspectors seized 773 kilograms of spoiled fish in Ahmadi during a security campaign. Regional Cooperation: Kuwait and Azerbaijan discussed collaboration on environmental protection and food security.

Protected Areas: Two people were arrested after entering Sabah Al-Ahmad Nature Reserve to hunt. Their vehicle and equipment were seized; penalties can include up to a year in prison and fines of KD500–5,000. Marine Conservation: Kuwait Dive Team installed 35 moorings at Kubbar Island, helping protect coral reefs from anchor damage and bringing its network to 130 moorings. Ocean Research: Kuwait’s Turki Al-Saeed was elected vice-chair of UNESCO’s Indian Ocean commission. Kuwait proposed joint marine expeditions to study microplastics, biodiversity, pollution and climate change. Climate and Clean Energy: Kuwait’s development fund signed an MoU with the Green Climate Fund, while Kuwait and Saudi Arabia agreed to cooperate on electricity and renewable energy.

Renewable Investment: Kuwait’s state-owned Tanmia Global Strategic Development Advisory is exploring projects in Cambodia spanning solar power, energy storage, water purification and green technology, alongside oil and gas. Marine Science: Kuwait’s Dr Turki Al-Saeed was elected vice-chair of UNESCO’s Indian Ocean regional commission. He proposed joint research voyages to study microplastic pollution, marine ecosystems and climate change. Coral Protection: Kuwait Dive Team installed 35 moorings at Kubbar Island to help prevent boat anchors from damaging coral reefs and to keep vessels clear of shallow areas.

Marine Research: Kuwait’s Turki Al-Saeed was elected vice-chair of UNESCO’s Indian Ocean commission. Kuwait proposed joint research voyages to study microplastic pollution, marine biodiversity and climate change. Coral Protection: Kuwait Dive Team installed 35 moorings at Kubbar Island, giving boats alternatives to anchors that can damage reefs; the network now has 130 moorings. Food and Climate Security: Kuwait warned the UN that climate change, water scarcity and shipping disruptions threaten food security and the flow of essential goods. Climate Cooperation: Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development and the Green Climate Fund signed a cooperation agreement, while Kuwait and Azerbaijan discussed environmental and food-security cooperation.

Marine Protection: Kuwait Dive Team installed 35 moorings at Kubbar Island, giving boats a safe alternative to anchoring on coral reefs. The project’s network now covers 130 marine sites. Environmental Cooperation: Kuwait and Azerbaijan discussed joint work on environmental policy, food security, agriculture and land reclamation. Food Safety: Authorities seized 773 kilograms of spoiled fish during a campaign at Al-Kout’s fish market and dhow harbor, with several people arrested or cited. Clean Energy: Kuwait and Saudi Arabia agreed to cooperate on renewable power, grid links, energy efficiency, storage and technologies to address climate change. Climate Finance: Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development signed a cooperation agreement with the Green Climate Fund.

Environmental Cooperation: Kuwait and Azerbaijan discussed collaboration on food security, agriculture, land reclamation and environmental policy. A separate Kuwait–Saudi energy agreement covers renewables, grid links, storage and climate technologies. Food Safety: Authorities seized 773 kg of spoiled fish in Ahmadi during a joint inspection campaign. Climate Finance: KFAED and the Green Climate Fund agreed to explore projects on water security, renewable energy, climate-resilient infrastructure and disaster preparedness. Conservation: Kuwait Dive Team removed a ghost net from Arifjan’s coral reef. Climate Targets: KPC’s sustainability report sets a target of net-zero emissions by 2050.

Energy Cooperation: Kuwait and Saudi Arabia agreed to work on renewable power, grid connections, energy efficiency and climate technologies, including circular-carbon solutions. Climate Finance: KFAED and the Green Climate Fund signed an MoU to explore joint projects in climate-resilient infrastructure, water security, renewables and disaster-risk management. Marine Protection: Kuwait Dive Team cleared a ghost net from the Arifjan coral reef. Emissions: KPC’s sustainability report sets a target of net-zero emissions by 2050.