At Dubai Holding, we are committed to improving our environmental impact across our operations. We actively reduce our use of energy and natural resources while conserving and restoring biodiversity.

Dubai Holding Real Estate achieved the Group’s first LEED Gold Community Pre-certification for The Acres masterplan. The project met stringent criteria for energy efficiency, water conservation and community wellbeing, putting our Sustainable Design Principles into action.
Promoting sustainable and active living in Dubai, this community is committed to an 80% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions per capita compared to the national average. With 1,200 villas and green spaces 2.5 times the global average, it prioritises energy efficiency and water conservation, using 33% less water than the UAE average.

TECOM Group reinforced its commitment to sustainability through energy efficiency, renewable energy and sustainable design initiatives across its communities. A major retrofit project launched in 2022 earned the ‘Exemplary Retrofit Project’ award from the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy in 2024. The Group also achieved 12 new LEED certifications, bringing its total to 43, with 49% of its commercial portfolio GLA now LEED-certified. Solar energy generation increased by 15.5% to 14.2 GWh, contributing to 7.7% of total electricity consumption.

Dubai Holding Asset Management manages a diverse portfolio of residential, retail and commercial assets across Dubai. Renewable energy projects, including solar carports at Ibn Battuta Mall, Dragon Mart and Discovery Gardens, have achieved 13.27 MWp annual energy savings, reducing 8,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions and saving AED 4.8 million annually. Smart waste management initiatives further enhance sustainability, while ongoing reviews explore solar energy potential across 25 additional assets. Several Dubai Holding businesses achieved or recertified for ISO 14001:2015 (Environmental Management Systems) in 2024.

Dubai Holding is a proud investor in the Warsan Waste Management Centre, the world’s largest Energy-from-Waste (EfW) facility, developed in partnership with Dubai Municipality. As the flagship project supporting Dubai’s zero waste to landfill by 2030 commitment, the facility plays a vital role in the city’s waste management strategy. With the capacity to convert 1.9 million tonnes of solid municipal waste into energy annually, it diverts up to 45% of Dubai’s waste from landfills. Since its launch in August 2024, 31% of Group-generated waste has been diverted to the facility with plans to further increase landfill diversion in 2025.

At Jumeirah Al Qasr, food waste is transformed into compost using a Biodigester, reducing waste and supporting sustainability. The compost nurtures plants in the hotel’s nursery, fostering a greener environment. In 2024, Jumeirah Saadiyat Island diverted 19% of its total waste from landfills by converting over 51,600 kg of food waste into water through the on-site LFC 500 Food Waste Digester. This innovative system processes up to 900 kg of food waste daily, with the resulting water used for irrigation. The resort also introduced a hydroponic farm to enhance sustainable food sourcing. By growing seasonal vegetables with reduced water consumption and lower carbon emissions, Jumeirah continues to lead in eco-friendly practices while promoting environmental stewardship across its properties.

Dubai Holding proudly participated in the inaugural Llama Design Drive, an AI accelerator powered by Meta in collaboration with Dubai Future Foundation and Startupbootcamp. This pioneering programme united startups and corporates across MENA to harness Meta’s open-source large language model, Llama 3.2, advancing the UAE’s vision of global AI leadership.
As a key corporate participant alongside RTA, Emirates and Chalhoub Group, Dubai Holding developed two challenges focused on improving the accuracy of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reporting, supporting its Net Zero by 2050 commitment. From over 135 applicants, 22 startups and eight AI professionals were selected, with six shortlisted to address Dubai Holding’s challenges.
CarbonSifr, a Dubai-based climate tech startup, won both challenges, offering innovative solutions to simplify decarbonisation for businesses. Dubai Holding is now collaborating with CarbonSifr to refine Scope 3 emissions data and advance science-aligned targets, reinforcing its dedication to sustainability and AI-driven innovation.

We are committed to restoring native ecosystems and raising environmental awareness through immersive education. At Jumeirah Olhahali Island in the Maldives, 700 coral fragments are cultivated across lagoons, while Jumeirah Al Naseem in Dubai houses over 1,000 coral fragments in a purpose-built environment. Jumeirah Thanda Island in Tanzania supports reef recovery with coral nurseries. Launched in 2024, Eco Experiences at Madinat Jumeirah invites guests and colleagues to learn about diverse environmental initiatives through guided tours, tree planting activities and ocean conservation talks.

Jumeirah Saadiyat Island in Abu Dhabi, launched in 2018, is the region’s first eco-friendly luxury hotel. Surrounded by native mangroves, protected dunes and diverse marine life, the resort released 57 endangered sea turtles in 2024 and minimises light disturbance during nesting season with red-filtered lamps. Free of plastic straws and single-use bottles, it uses biodegradable materials and provides reusable water bottles to guests. Sustainability efforts include a hydroponic farm for seasonal produce, food waste conversion into water for irrigation and energy-efficient technologies. These initiatives earned the resort ISO 21401 certification, reinforcing its commitment to environmental preservation and sustainable hospitality.

The Green Planet, a purpose-built indoor biome replicating a tropical rainforest, is home to over 250 species and 3,000 animals. Committed to biodiversity preservation, it partners with the European Association of Zoos and Aquaria (EAZA) on breeding programmes for endangered species like the slow loris. The destination also raises awareness through wildlife encounters and guided tours. In 2024, over 330,000 guests explored tropical ecosystems and learned about global conservation challenges.