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Manuel Hernández Gamallo, Anne Koistinen and Dr Faisal AlHumaidan pose for a group photo.
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KISR: Women play a key role in Kuwait’s green vision
KUWAIT: Acting Director General of the Kuwait Institute for Scientific Research (KISR), Dr Faisal AlHumaidan, emphasized the strong role of women in helping Kuwait move toward a greener and more sustainable future. “Despite facing numerous challenges, they have consistently risen above them, playing a key role in preserving social stability,” AlHumaidan said during the EU-Kuwait Environment and Climate Change event held on Wednesday.
Held in celebration of Kuwait Women’s Day and Europe Month, the event brought together policymakers, scientists, and diplomats to highlight the importance of women’s leadership in climate action. It was organized by KISR in cooperation with the European Union Delegation to Kuwait, the Embassy of the Kingdom of Spain, and the EU-GCC Cooperation on Green Transition Project. Quoting data from the UNESCO Institute for Statistics, AlHumaidan noted that “women account for 35 percent of STEM graduates in the year 2022.” However, he added, “despite their strong academic and professional achievements, their presence in the green economy remains limited.”
Underlining the importance of international collaboration in science and innovation, he stressed, “There is a growing moment to strengthen the research tie between Kuwaiti women scientists and their global counterparts.” He explained that the event’s purpose is to “amplify women’s role in environmental innovation and policymaking and to promote a more inclusive and resilient approach to sustainability.” AlHumaidan continued: “Today, they continue to face new challenges with unwavering determination, resilience, and confidence, knowing that their enduring accomplishments will continue to benefit humanity.”
He also praised the contributions of women at KISR, saying: “The pioneering women researchers at KISR have made significant strides in energy leadership and have driven remarkable breakthroughs in research and development.” Their work, he said, “is both evident and enduring, reflected in the practical application shaped by their deep commitment and expertise.” He concluded by affirming KISR’s support for future generations: “At KISR, we remain deeply committed to support the next generation of women scientists, innovators, and leaders.”
In her opening remarks, Anne Koistinen, European Union Ambassador to Kuwait, emphasized the EU’s commitment to empowering women and fighting climate change: “This event builds on the excellent cooperation we have had over the past years with different sectors of the Kuwaiti government and society on the important nexus of women and environment. Empowering women is at the heart of the European Union’s Green Deal and our global partnerships. By supporting women’s leadership in science, innovation, and policy, we help drive progress toward a sustainable and inclusive future, not only for Europe and Kuwait, but for the world we share.”
Manuel Hernández Gamallo, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Spain to Kuwait, also addressed the audience: “Spain is proud to bring voices from Spain to this important conversation. Women have a great role to play in the green transition, with leading roles in research, entrepreneurship, and policy development.” He added that gender equality is a key part of Spain’s foreign policy, and that Spain is committed to supporting women’s participation in science and environmental leadership not only in Europe, but around the world — including here in Kuwait. Among the notable guests were outstanding Spanish geologists Dr. Manuela Chamizo and Dr. María Victoria Navarro.
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