Dubai has completed a significant flood defense project costing Dhs277 million, aimed at enhancing the city’s infrastructure against future flooding. This new system is located in the Nad Al Sheba 3 neighborhood and serves an area of 340 hectares, covering 300 plots of land. The new infrastructure includes a 24-kilometer sewerage system, which features 11...
Dubai is making significant improvements to its stormwater infrastructure with a new project in Dubai South. Dubai Municipality has signed a strategic agreement worth AED 150 million with Dubai South to construct an advanced drainage system in the residential district of the area. This initiative is part of the larger Tasreef project, which includes the...
Dubai’s commitment to transforming waste into renewable energy was highlighted during a recent visit by Eng. Marwan bin Ghalita, Director General of Dubai Municipality, to Tadweer, a prominent waste management facility in the emirate. The visit focused on Tadweer’s pilot biogas facility, which illustrates how organic waste can be converted into clean, renewable energy, contributing...
The Dubai Municipality has successfully completed a two-kilometre-long Dubai Creek wharf on the Deira side, with the project costing AED 112 million. This initiative is designed to enhance the quay’s infrastructure, improve operational efficiency, and boost the commercial and tourism appeal of the historical waterway. Significant upgrades included raising the retaining wall height to 8.3...
Dubai Municipality has officially launched the ‘Mushrif Hub’ in Mushrif National Park, which aims to enhance recreational experiences for visitors in Dubai. This new facility is part of the municipality’s efforts to develop green spaces and promote outdoor activities in the city. The Mushrif Hub features a variety of amenities designed to accommodate families and...
Dubai is set to close all of its landfills within two years, as confirmed by the Waste and Sewerage Agency at Dubai Municipality. This decision accelerates the previous timeline, which aimed for a 2030 deadline, in response to the city’s evolving waste management strategies. Currently, the Waste-to-Energy Centre located in the Warsan district processes approximately...
Dubai Municipality has announced the awarding of contracts totaling AED1.439 billion for four major stormwater drainage projects. This initiative aligns with the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, aimed at developing strategic and future-ready infrastructure. These projects are part...
Dubai Municipality has expanded its community responsibilities by organizing over 162 volunteer initiatives as part of the “Hour with the Cleanliness Engineer” program for 2024. This initiative saw participation from 7 180 volunteers representing 136 governmental, semi-governmental, and private entities, along with significant involvement from individual community members. The municipality documented approximately 7 000 hours...
Dubai Municipality has officially launched its Building Intelligence Platform at the World Governments Summit 2025 (WGS). This new platform is designed to provide comprehensive data on buildings throughout the emirate, reinforcing Dubai’s goal to become a leading global center for urban innovation. The initiative reflects Dubai Municipality’s dedication to improving sustainable urban planning and developing...