Written by : Saeed Al Abbar , Chairman of Emirates Green Building Council

The focus on sustainable built environments reflects in His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum , UAE Vice President and Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai ’ s initiative for a ‘ green economy for sustainable development ’.

Emirates Green Building Council ( EmiratesGBC ) has been aligned with His Highness ’ vision and initiative . Since its inception in 2006 , it has been at the forefront of driving sustainability in the UAE ’ s built environment . EmiratesGBC supports all stakeholders in the building industry to advance green building principles that help protect the environment and

foster sustainability in the UAE .

EmiratesGBC is pleased to be cooperating with Construction Global magazine to highlight the importance of sustainability in green builds . Such communication initiatives are important to sharing the green building agenda in the region . EmiratesGBC and its programmes are aligned with the National Agenda 2021 , the Dubai Integrated Energy Strategy and Abu Dhabi ’ s Vision 2030 , all which serve as critical road maps to steer the advancement of sustainability in the country .

For further information on the Emirates Green Building Council , please visit the webiste : www . emiratesgbc . org

70 April 2016