Commission of Environmental Research
CER is one of the Commissions of the Emirates
Heritage Club established under the instructions of H.H.
Sheikh Sultan Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Emirates Heritage Club, on August 26, 1996. CER
collaborates internationally and was registered as an official international research
organisation by Environment Australia in September 1998.
Mission Statement
The Commission of Environmental Research, Emirates Heritage Club is dedicated to the protection of the environment; and attempts to demonstrate the benefits of conservation and sustainable development to the UAE people through applied research and environmental awareness programs.
Goal
The Commission of Environmental Research, Emirates Heritage Club aims to foster an environmental awareness in the people of the UAE, that will assist in the long-term protection of the environment.
Objectives
 | Environmental Education & Training of the UAE Public. |
| Student Training |
| Conferences & Workshops |
| Public Awareness Activities |
| Applied Environmental Research throughout the UAE |
| Conservation & Development of Wildlife Habitats |
| Effects of Pollution on the Environment |
| Zoning & Management Plans to Protect Sensitive Habitats |
| Demonstration of the Sustainable use of Natural Resources |
| The Sustainable Development of Al Sammaliah island |
| The Production of Local Fish Species for Release & Commercial Purposes |
| The Culture of Honey Bees, and the Production of Honey from Desert & Halophytic Plants |
| Co-operation with all Government and Non Government Organisations both Within, and Outside the UAE who Share Similar Objectives to the above. |
CER is based on Al Sammaliah island which is located in the Arabian Gulf about 12 Kms Northeast of Abu Dhabi City. The aim of the research team on Al Sammaliah island is to undertake studies on the environment of the island and to protect and develop its natural resources.
CER is involved with all aspects of the development and management of Al Sammaliah island. CER's aim is also to develop the economic benefits of the natural resources without jeopardising the environmental balance of the island. Al Sammaliah island is a natural reserve of around 35 square Kms characterised by coastal biodiversity which has been enriched by the planting of approximately 17 Km2 of mangroves, as well as other plant species.
Under the instructions of H.H. Sheikh Sultan Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Al Sammaliah island hosts a variety of sports activities including horse and camel riding, falconry, shooting, and aquatic sports.
