Masdar City, Abu Dhabi

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In 2008, Masdar City broke ground and embarked on a daring journey to develop the world’s most sustainable eco-city. Through smart investments, Masdar City is successfully pioneering a “greenprint” for how cities can accommodate rapid urbanisation and dramatically reduce energy, water and waste.

Year: 2011

Tags: Abu Dhabi architecture UAE

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Building that stay cool by day and warm at night

Clean Solar Panels at MASDAR

Desert proof buildings in Abu Dhbi

Energy from the sun

Flowing buildings at MASDAR

Inside MASDAR University Abu Dhabi

Low carbon architecture at MASDAR City

Low carbon footprint building at MASDAR City Abu Dhabi

MASDAR Campus Abu Dhabi

Shelter from the Abu Dhabi heat

Solar panels in the UAE

Sustainable roofing at MASDAR

Under solar panels at MASDAR

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