Notwithstanding the region?s plentiful petrochemical resources, the Government of the UAE has placed importance on moving away from non-renewable energy resources to renewable sources. Abu Dhabi plans to produce 7percent of its energy from renewable sources by 2020 and Dubai is committed to producing 5 percent of its energy from renewable sources by 2030. 

Recycling

Rates of waste output in the UAE are among the world s highest and the UAE s landfills contain a large percentage of materials that could be recycled. 

 This has led to the Government of the UAE taking a more proactive approach to recycling, including the introduction of a zero waste to landfill strategy by Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Sharjah and the opening of several new recycling centres in the country. 

Sustainability in the landlord and tenant relationship

Landlords and tenants are becoming increasingly aware of the significance of sustainability in leasing. Energy efficiency can produce bottom-line business benefits for both landlords and tenants. 

Dubai aims to hold one of the world?s most sustainable Expos in history when it hosts EXPO 2020 with quantifiable sustainability targets.  Other initiatives include plans to recycle waste water, reuse materials and monitor the carbon footprint of the site.

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