AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoEnergy Efficiency Push: Abu Dhabi’s Department of Energy launched a Cooling Load Manual to tackle oversized air-conditioners, warning AC can take 60–70% of building electricity use and is often sized 25–35% too big—proper sizing could cut up to 35% of installed AC costs and reduce villa equipment costs by as much as AED56,000. Climate-Smart Farming: ICBA hosted “Millets Harvest Day” for World Environment Day, backing the UAE’s push to adopt climate-smart crops that need less water and can handle drought, heat and salinity. Smart Cities Tech: Dubai launched its Digital Twin Platform to support smarter urban planning and decision-making, positioning it as a step toward a more sustainable city. Waste & Water Awareness: A Dubai AI-powered park design challenge aims to spark greener public spaces, while Abu Dhabi’s summer camp programme includes eco-printing and nature-focused learning. Health & Environment Link: Rising UAE demand for extreme “XS-XL” body contouring is drawing medical warnings about risks.
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