Manama: The Supreme Council for the Environment (SCE) and stc Bahrain have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to implement an electronic waste transportation monitoring system in the Kingdom of Bahrain, utilizing Internet of Things (IoT) technology.
According to Bahrain News Agency, the agreement was formalized by Dr. Mohammed bin Mubarak Bin Dainah, Minister of Oil and Environment and Special Envoy for Climate Affairs, and Khalid Al Osaimi, CEO of stc Bahrain. Dr. Bin Dainah emphasized that this electronic monitoring system enhances pollution control measures and aligns with the directive of His Highness Shaikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al Khalifa, aiming to improve governance in waste management and environmental protection.
Dr. Bin Dainah also highlighted the support from the Ministerial Committee for Development Projects and Infrastructure, chaired by Shaikh Khalid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, the Deputy Prime Minister. This support is crucial for facilitating key environmental projects that contribute to sustainable development goals. The minister noted that SCE has conducted workshops for waste transportation companies, in collaboration with stc Bahrain, to introduce a new licensing mechanism for vehicles.
The minister commended stc Bahrain for expanding IoT technology in Bahrain and reiterated SCE's commitment to ensuring compliance with Decision (7) of 2024 on waste transportation licensing. He stressed the importance of cooperation between waste transportation companies, producers, and recycling firms to prevent illegal waste disposal and enhance coordination among stakeholders.
Khalid Al Osaimi, CEO of stc Bahrain, praised the strategic partnership with SCE and reiterated the company's commitment to supporting Bahrain's environmental sustainability goals. He emphasized the role of technology in building a sustainable future and assured stc Bahrain's dedication to leveraging its expertise for the success of the project.