SUSTAINABILITY

The Sustainability District is a platform to share solutions designed to deliver change and to encourage us to act collectively to protect our planet. This district has been designed as a sustainable urban space, inspired by traditional Emirati neighbourhoods and featuring buildings that meet LEED Gold standards, one of the highest ratings achievable in sustainable construction. Look out for striking sculptures including ‘Hugs’, in

Terra’s Courtyard and ‘ Takween’ (‘formation’) in Terra Garden.

Don’t miss… Terra – The Sustainability Pavilion

This self-sustaining building generates 100 per cent of its water and energy needs and is designed to meet LEED ‘platinum’ green building accreditation, the highest possible sustainability rating of its kind globally. Its solar canopy spans 130 metres, converting sunshine into electricity for the exhibits below via 8,000 sqm of solar panels. Terra is surrounded by 18 Energy Trees, also clad in solar panels. The pavilion hosts events including science shows, cultural performances, inspirational talks and World Majlis conversations reflecting Expo’s commitment to sustainability. It is divided into multiple sections, from the Wadi and the Courtyard, which highlight the impact of humanity on nature and the Consumption Hall, illustrating the madness of human consumption, to the Laboratory of Future Values and the Core, which highlight the opportunities we have to protect the planet.

Vision Pavilion

Reveals the human inspirations behind the transformation of

Dubai, from desert to metropolis. It embodies the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, whose dedication and life’s work has shaped one of the world’s most dynamic and successful cities.

The Women’s Pavilion

Celebrates the important roles that women from around the world have played throughout history, illustrating that when women thrive, so does humanity.

Sameem – Story of Our Culture

This open-air pavilion reveals how the people of the UAE have always looked beyond the surface or the visible to create a brighter future. Explore the UAE’s mountains, desert and sea and engage with Emiratis to understand how their traditions have always been tied to the future.