Solar powered palm trees boost Dubai's smart plans

Solar panel powered palm-tree inspired Wi-Fi stations have become the latest addition to the smart city technology in Dubai.

Umm Suqeim Beach and Za’abeel Park are the first two locations for the Smart Palms which provide free wireless internet access. They also give information on the weather, local attractions and have facilities for charging up mobile devices.

Around six metres tall the plan is for 103 to be in place across the city at popular outdoor locations.

The initiative – part of the UAE Cabinet Year of Innovation project – has been jointly put together by Dubai Municipality, Smart Palm creators D Idea Media, Du, Sun Tab Solar Energy and Promo Tech Gulf Industry.

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Solar powered palm trees boost Dubai’s smart plans