Al Dhabi calls for greener thinking when it comes to building and design

The issue features informative articles on the future of building 'green' in the UAE, cleaner transportation as well as updates on the latest hot topics in the field of environment. It also explores the alternative cleaner fuels available out there and their benefits to human health, the environment and people's finances. Moreover, reflecting EAD's strong belief in partnerships, Al Dhabi features an interview with one of the Agency's key partners, the Ministry of Environment and Water.

On why the specific theme of Sustainable Cities was chosen for this issue, Secretary General of EAD, Mr. Majid Al Mansouri had this to say:
"In the UAE, the majority of the population lives in cities, and today great importance is beginning to be placed on concepts such as Green Design and Sustainable Building. City planners and developers need to start thinking "green" because it is more economical, environmentally-friendly and provides a safer and healthier environment for the community. Greener buildings are also known to boost employee morale."

According to EAD, Al Dhabi is just one of the tools in which the Agency can achieve its farsighted vision, which is carefully framed to strike a crucial balance between economic and social development as well as environmental considerations.

Adopting a reader-friendly style aimed at all ages and professions, Al Dhabi allows readers to explore the latest developments in the field of environment without bombarding them with detailed scientific information.

Al Dhabi's events calendar keeps readers up to date with environment-related conferences and exhibitions being held in the UAE, the region and abroad. Information on the Agency's publications as well as its latest news and projects can also be found, in addition to a column focusing on the newest law regarding Waste Management within the Emirate of Abu Dhabi and its significance to the average citizen and stakeholders. Featured as well are rarely known environmental facts, quizzes for readers to boost their environmental IQ and a chance for readers to submit their best environmental photograph. In each issue, the quarterly takes the reader onto a journey of an environmental spot in the UAE. In this issue, the reader is encouraged to venture out of the city and explore Jebel Hafeet.

This bilingual quarterly was named Al Dhabi to signify the Mountain gazelle, locally known as 'Dhabi' which gave the Emirate of Abu Dhabi its name. The name is also intended to reflect the important consideration this environmental agency gives to the local environment.