Museums Commission Signs MoU with the AEON Collective

The Museums Commission signed a memorandum of understanding today with the endowment fund AEON Collective at the National Museum in Riyadh. The agreement aims to promote sustainability in museums through the implementation of sustainable operational strategies. It also addresses local environmental issues, strengthening the connection between museums and their surrounding communities.
Signed by Museums Commission Acting CEO Ibrahim Al-Sanousi and Princess Noura bint Turki Al Saud and Princess Mashael bint Saud bin Fawaz Al Shalan, the founding partners and endowment administrators of the AEON Collective, the memorandum outlines cooperation in areas of mutual interest to both parties.
The memorandum emphasizes promoting sustainable practices within museums, focusing on optimizing the use of eco-friendly resources and improving energy efficiency. It also seeks to raise awareness of environmental issues and contribute to environmental protection through educational and outreach initiatives.
The signatories of the memorandum aim to showcase the authentic Saudi identity, build knowledge through a culturally informed approach, and strengthen capabilities in the field of sustainable development.