sustainable smart exploring the string of smart cities in uae
The UAE is building several sustainable, smart and energy-efficient cities, regulating renewable energy through technology and architectural design. The approach is part of its elaborate plan for digital transformation and diversifying the economy.
The UAE Digital Government Strategy 2025 has been designed based on 8 dimensions.
1. Leaving no one behind
2. Resilient
3. Data-driven
4. Fit for the digital age
5. Digital by design
6. User-driven
7. Open by default
8. Proactiveness
Several other projects, such as smart means of transportation, providing areas with free Wi-Fi service and electricity through alternative energy, followed. Today, the UAE has more than just one smart city. Let’s take a look at some of the most prominent ones and derive lessons.
Abu Dhabi seeks to transform its economy from one based on resources to one based on knowledge, technology and innovation. The government is working on developing a professionally designed urban environment, accompanied by impressive transportation systems.
Masdar City’s design features a blend of traditional architecture and modern technology. It accommodates rapid urban expansion, reduces energy consumption and manages pollution. In addition, the city has one of the largest photovoltaic installations in the region.
The Masdar City Master Plan includes the following components,
1. Providing a high-quality life within a smart ecosystem
2. Ensuring housing is available in affiliated locations, leading to reduced use of transportation
3. Constructions and buildings of limited height and size
The Zayed Smart City project utilises information technology and the Internet of Things to upgrade the city’s existing infrastructure. It aims to anticipate the future, activate the innovation system and achieve world-class infrastructure.
Dubai’s Digital Strategy seeks a reliable digital system that enhances the digital economy and empowers the digital society. It also aims to increase the quality of life by 90%.
The strategy is centred on seven pillars: digital city, digital economy, digital infrastructure, digital talent, digital competitiveness, cyber security, and data and statistics.
Developed in Dubailand, Dubai Sustainable City includes a range of initiatives to ensure the conservation of resources. This includes designing homes to ensure energy efficiency and using environmentally friendly building materials.
Dubai South is located in the fastest-growing area of the emirate. The city is only 5 minutes away from Al Maktoum International Airport. It aims to integrate technology seamlessly into all parts of the residential area to provide quality-life solutions.
Located in the Al Ruwayah area, Desert Rose City contains 20,000 residential plots to house citizens in a smart, sustainable and clean environment. The city will rely on renewable energy and waste self-recycling. The buildings will be able to reduce temperature.
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