Building a sustainable future in Dubai

Dubai: From solar parks and nuclear energy programmes to green building codes and conservation schemes, UAE is making right moves to achieve all round sustainable development, the second annual Emirates Green Building Conference heard.

A far cry from last decade, when UAE had the unwanted record of the world’s highest ecological footprint, the country’s leadership has taken significant steps to mark a quick turn around.

Saeed Al Abbar, vice chairman of the Emirates Green Building Council (EGBC), who organised the two day conference said that there is still a long way to go, but the authorities have set ambitious targets and launched appropriate programmes to achieve those in time.

Among the most anticipated green initiatives is Dubai’s green building codes which will go live from the beginning of 2014.

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Building a sustainable future