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Sustainable Living

Masdar City is a living, working community where residents, academics and business professionals live, learn, work and play in an environment that pushes the boundaries of sustainable design, construction, and operation.

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Sustainability

The city contains one of the largest clusters of low-carbon buildings in the world. Buildings are designed to high sustainability standards and certified by the Department of Municipalities and Transport’s (DMT) Estidama, or LEED green building rating systems. Community amenities are certified under DMT’s Estidama Pearl Community Rating System.

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40%

Buildings use 40% less energy and water compared to other similar buildings

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90%

Masdar City buildings are constructed with low carbon cement and utilize 90% recycled aluminum

Community

As part of its sustainable living ethos, Masdar City is committed to developing world class and sustainable amenities and recreational facilities to promote a healthier and sustainable living for both its residents and the local community.

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Pedestrian-Friendly

Paths are shaded to promote walking and active living

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Al Mamsha trail

Running and cycling track, featuring bike-share stations, that stretches for 5.6Km around Masdar City.

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Parks

Both Masdar Park and Central Park include children’s playground, F&B outlets and more sustainable features.

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Masdar City’s
Neighborhoods

Masdar City's neighborhoods provide a holistic range of facilities and amenities to ensure a sustainable way of life.

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Grow Your Future

Developing the UAE's knowledge economy and leaders of the future

Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence
Takamul
Ryan International School
Global Green Growth Institute

Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence

The world’s first university for artificial intelligence (AI) was launched at Masdar City in October 2019. The Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) is a graduate-level research institution, named after His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Abu Dhabi.

The university offers Master of Science and PhD programs across three areas: machine learning, computer vision and natural language processing. Classes are scheduled to begin in January 2021. Students will receive full scholarships including monthly stipends, health insurance and accommodation.

AI will become a vital tool in making the global economy become more sustainable and efficient across all sectors, including agriculture, water, energy and transport. The addition of the research-institution to Masdar City bolsters the city’s reputation as the home of innovation in Abu Dhabi and provides the opportunity for collaboration to develop innovative AI solutions for sustainable development.

Takamul

Takamul Academy was established in 2014 to provide training and educational e-learning. The academy specialises in children’s personal and skills development, and aims to deliver programmes that develop the youth’s talent, creativity and innovation in parallel with the growth of their personalities. Providing a holistic approach to education, the academy also empowers parents and teachers through professional and personal development training.

Ryan International School

The Ryan International School is located on a purpose-built campus with state-of-the-art infrastructure in Masdar City. Opened in September 2015, the school emphasises strong partnership between the management, staff, parents and children and follows the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) Curriculum. The aim of the school is to nurture the leaders of tomorrow, which is supported by the school’s state-of-the-art facilities.

Global Green Growth Institute

The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) is a treaty-based international, inter-governmental organisation dedicated to supporting and promoting strong, inclusive and sustainable economic growth in developing countries and emerging economies. The UAE GGGI office is located in Masdar City and supports the UAE government to implement its green growth and climate change policies.

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