The Dubai Green Spine has been designed by URB as a highway that will extend through the cityscape to provide a dedicated way to get around, while also offering ample tree covering.
The area will stretch around 40-miles and will be focused centrally around the Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road region to incorporate a tree canopy as well as ample routes for transportation. The area will also be connected to a large solar panel array that would provide electricity to a tram system to help citizens get around in an eco-friendly way. The solar panel system would also provide electricity to around 130,000 homes, while the integrated bioswales would capture rain water and gray water.
URB spoke on the Dubai Green Spine saying, "This initiative not only promotes a healthier, more active lifestyle but also significantly reduces the need for vehicular travel, thus lowering urban traffic and its associated environmental impacts. The Green Spine’s role in this broader urban planning framework showcases its commitment to creating a more accessible, efficient, and environmentally friendly city."
Tree-Lined Urban Highways
The Dubai Green Spine Will Include One-Million Trees
Trend Themes
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Industry Implications
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