Environment & Energy | Friday 24 March, 2017 2:24 am |

The UAE has become a pioneer in environmental and sustainable work, under the wise vision of its leadership that foresees the future and believes in the ability to achieve the impossible. In lieu of the same, the inaugural edition of ‘Future Cities Show’ in Dubai, UAE, which runs from April 2nd - 4th at Dubai World Trade Centre, will shed light on six core elements of sustainability.

Held under the theme ‘Sustainability, Innovation and Happiness’, Future Cities Show is a global platform for companies and organisations engaged in developing an advanced infrastructure all over the world. It will attract big investors and those who have creative and innovative ideas to build future cities from economic, technological and environmental aspects.

“Sustainable development is of prime importance to safeguard and secure the future for generations to come. However, to build a smart and sustainable city of the future requires consistency, cooperation, and transition of all sectors of the economy and across all segments of society. As such, the Future Cities Show will focus and explore sustainable alternatives that support the UAE’s march to a more eco-friendly and vibrant future,” said Dawood Al Shezawi, Chairman of Strategic and Head of the organisation committee of the new show.

The Future Cities Show will highlight and provide details on six key elements of sustainable development including waste management, water management, green building, sustainable cities and communities, economic growth and clean energy.

The UAE as such is implementing major renewable energy projects to benefit future generations. “The UAE is innovating and revamping its approach to create future cities, with a focus on sustainability. We are confident that this refined approach will turn global cities into environment-friendly places that will shape the lives of our communities and residents for the better,” added Al Shezawi.

The Future Cities Show will present the best environmental practices to reduce carbon footprint, less pollution and better luxury for residents of these cities.

“In years to come, a major population of the country will live in future cities. As such it is important that these cities are designed and developed to support sustainability. International standards are the foundation for building smarter and more sustainable environments. The Future Cities Show will present new ideas, technology and products that will strengthen technology and efficiency thereby promoting sustainability,” concluded Al Shezawi.

The Future Cities Show will discuss policies and codes that are required to encourage sustainability in the country. It will also highlight challenges faced by investors and consultants in implementing a sustainable designs and outline policies for green and sustainable building in the country.