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13 May 2024 12:19 pm

The world’s first zero-waste, low-carbon city is here

by | 13 May 2024 | Built Environment, Decarbonisation, Energy Transition, Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Indigenous knowledge, Smart Cities, Sustainable Development | 0 Comments

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Abu Dhabi planned a master development, Masdar City, which stands as a testament to human ingenuity and determination to build a greener, more sustainable future. Spanning six square kilometres, this futuristic city is not only a symbol of going green but a living, breathing example of what cities of the future could be like.
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