Abu Dhabi Sets the Standard for Green Buildings

Abu Dhabi is all set to introduce and adapt to a new green building code that is to be introduced in the emirate this week which aims at reducing 40 percent of the energy bills. The emirate is creating its own green building rating system hoping that it will become a benchmark for the property developers across various regions. For new property constructions, all of them must meet these sustainability and urban design requirements in order to get the approval to begin construction.

The Abu Dhabi’s Urban Planning Council, is about to publish first parts of the Pearl design System ratings method for green buildings being developed within the emirate. These voluntary ratings will only be applicable to the upcoming projects. This new green building code has been developed by the Urban Planning Council. Moreover, it’s mandatory that every building must achieve at least a one pearl rating.

The major role of the Urban Planning Council in Abu Dhabi is to make sure that the urban centers must also develop in a sustainable way. These activities are particularly aimed at raising the environmental standards. As of September 1, these green building standards will be followed.