A World in Transition
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Elevate Awareness
Enabling people to understand their daily environmental impacts and empowering them to make more sustainable choices.
Create Opportunities
Amplifying the accessibility of current solutions to build a low emissions society.
Spark Desire
Removing societal and financial barriers to making more environmentally-friendly choices.
Elevate Awareness
Our survey highlights a gap between the perception of personal impacts, the reality, and the contributing behavior.
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Key findings
Encouragingly, there is no shortage of commitment to sustainability, yet consumers often underestimate their impact.
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To become a zero-emissions society, the systems we all rely on and the products we consume must change.
Many of the technology and solutions to create a more sustainable world already exist.
Yet, with buildings and infrastructure being responsible for up to three quarters of global emissions, we must act now.
It must become easier, cheaper, and more desirable for everybody to lessen their climate impact.
Our survey of people who live and work in the Middle East and North Africa examines their understanding of climate-related issues.
We address awareness of sustainability, how it relates to behavior, and where different drivers may influence more rapid change in the built environment.
Together we can make a collective impact if we prioritize raising public awareness, providing the opportunities to change habits, and ensure everybody can access them.
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However, when people are more aware of their carbon footprint – and the alternative choices available – the desire and advocacy for the change grows.
Armed with the right information, people will be able to make more educated choices. This will drive demand for a lower-emission built environment.
To provide a meaningful platform for change we must accelerate investment in the right areas.
Create Opportunities
Why this matters
Key findings
of people in the MENA region are concerned about climate change
have changed their daily routine in the past year to reduce their carbon footprint
of these people are willing to make further changes upon understanding the impact of their habits on the planet
Over half of people have access to affordable alternatives to make lower impact choices. This is not enough to make the difference required.
From major LEED-certified developments to the humble cycle lane, all improvements that help people to reduce their carbon footprint are important.
Implementing the most effective of them at pace and scale is the challenge we face, especially in areas of the world where budgets may be more restrictive.
Yet, with smart design and meaningful engagement, a zero-emissions built environment is within our grasp.
feel they have some degree of access to affordable lower-emission alternatives
yet very few people feel they have the opportunity to cool their homes using renewable energy
as many people in the MENA region can access a petrol car than can take a bus daily
Key findings
Our survey shows commitment to the cause does not necessarily translate into action.
For example, almost half of people believe that travel is the most carbon-intensive element of their day. Yet, while almost a third claim to have access to buses, only 14% use them.
Consumers want to be perceived as being serious about the issue but barriers such as status, accessibility and cost remain.
Policies that incentivize uptake and manage affordability can be the difference between success and failure.
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place value for money and high quality above green credentials when choosing a product or service
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only half of people believe that switching to renewable energy at home is something they can do easily
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only one in five people cite sustainability as their primary motivator to buy a particular product
Why this matters
Investing in greener technologies alone will not have the desired effect – ensuring people can access them is vital.
Spark Desirability
Climate change impacts every life form on our planet.
Balsam Nehme
Dar Head of Sustainability
Contact Balsam for inquires in the Middle East, Africa and Europe
Richard palmer
Dar Group Climate and
Sustainability Global Lead
Contact Richard for inquires in in Asia, North America and South America
Dar’s designers and engineers work to create the opportunities for people to lead lower carbon lives.
Making our world a more sustainable place.
Saudi Arabia Pavilion, Dubai Expo 2020, UAE
CASE STUDY
Designed to seamlessly complement its surroundings, this six-storey pavilion achieved LEED platinum. In hot, dry conditions, Dar achieved an 82% reduction in indoor water use and a 100% reduction outdoors through water metering, low flow plumbing fixtures, highly efficient irrigation, and water reuse and recycling systems.
The pavilion achieved an annual energy saving of 24% through an extensive system of photovoltaic panels on the roof and 15% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions through sustainable concrete and other materials.
Dar’s designers and engineers work to create the opportunities for people to lead lower carbon lives.
Making Our World More Sustainable
Smart Waste Management
INNOVATION
Smart dumpsters transmit their real-time fill-level data, allowing waste collectors to create optimum routes for waste collection trucks. This IoT smart waste management process eliminates the overflowing of trash bins by immediately notifying operators full bins and scheduling early pickup.
Optimized routes lead to less fuel consumption, which ultimately reduces the carbon footprint, making the waste management process more eco-friendly.
Smart & Solar Street Furniture
INNOVATION
Smart, solar charging stations can power electronic devices such as cellphones, laptops, tablets, and even electric bikes.
These stations allow students to take advantage of the outdoor areas in hot climates, raise solar awareness, and provide a way to charge mobile devices conveniently and free of charge.
Solar Powered Bio-Dome
INNOVATION
Reliant on an energy-efficient climatic control system, the bio-dome serves as a self-sustaining environment for growing foods of all kinds
Solar panels, known as BIVP, are integrated into the envelope to provide renewable energy from the sun and sensors control temperature levels as people move through the dome for optimal comfort.
Atmospheric Water Generation
INNOVATION
In highly humid environments, water droplets in outdoor air can be collected. This renewable source of water can produce up to 20 liters per day of clean water, with a quality equivalent to potable water.
No waste is produced during the conversion process, furthering sustainable ambitions.
Central Business District,
New Cairo Capital, Egypt
CASE STUDY
New Cairo Capital’s design incorporates both low- and high-tech solutions to reduce the environmental impact.
The landscaping’s passive design creates shade, reduces the heat island effect, improves air quality and acts as a windbreak to hinder the dispersion of sand. High-tech solutions for the design include water recycling, metering, and leak detection alongside energy-efficient cooling systems.
New Bugesera International Airport, Kigali, Rwanda
CASE STUDY
Dar was commissioned to prepare an economic, social, and environmental sustainability study for airside and landside infrastructure at the new Bugesera International Airport, which is envisioned to become a regional hub for East Africa.
Through a number of interventions, the final sustainability strategy diverts over half of all waste away from landfills and provides a pathway to achieve 20% energy savings, a 50% reduction in potable water used indoors, and a 100% reduction in potable water used outdoors.
Renewable Energy Project, Angola
CASE STUDY
Set to supply clean, affordable energy to over a million people, the seven photovoltaic power plants and 1 million solar panels, will be one of the largest integrated, public, renewable energy program in sub-Saharan Africa.
The largest plant will deliver power to the Biopio 220cV Switching Station. This will free up storage capacity at three hydropower plants, reducing the need to use costlier thermal power plants. All of this improves the mix of energy supplies to the nation’s grid.
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Spark Desire
Removing societal and financial barriers to making more environmentally-friendly choices.
Create Opportunities
Amplifying the accessibility of current solutions to build a low emissions society.
Elevate Awareness
Enabling people to understand their daily environmental impacts and empowering them to make more sustainable choices.
Learn more
Learn more
Learn more
Our survey of people who live and work in the Middle East and North Africa examines their understanding of climate-related issues.
1
We address awareness of sustainability, how it relates to behavior, and where different drivers may influence more rapid change in the built environment.
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Together we can make a collective impact if we prioritize raising public awareness, providing the opportunities to change habits, and ensure everybody can access them.
3
Our Survey
Encouragingly, there is no shortage of commitment to sustainability, yet consumers often underestimate their impact.
However, when people are more aware of their carbon footprint – and the alternative choices available – the desire and advocacy for the change grows.
Armed with the right information, people will be able to make more educated choices. This will drive demand for a lower-emission built environment.
of people in the MENA region are concerned about climate change
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%
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have changed their daily routine in the past year to reduce their carbon footprint
of these people are willing to make further changes upon understanding the impact of their habits on the planet
Key findings
Why this matters
Our survey highlights a gap between the perception of personal impacts, the reality, and the contributing behavior.
Elevate Awareness
Dar’s designers and engineers work to create the opportunities for people to lead lower carbon lives.
Click below to explore
Making Our World More Sustainable
Saudi Arabia Pavilion, Dubai Expo 2020, UAE
CASE STUDY
Designed to seamlessly complement its surroundings, this six-storey pavilion achieved LEED platinum. In hot, dry conditions, Dar achieved an 82% reduction in indoor water use and a 100% reduction outdoors through water metering, low flow plumbing fixtures, highly efficient irrigation, and water reuse and recycling systems.
The pavilion achieved an annual energy saving of 24% through an extensive system of photovoltaic panels on the roof and 15% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions through sustainable concrete and other materials.
Central Business District, New Cairo Capital, Egypt
CASE STUDY
New Cairo Capital’s design incorporates both low- and high-tech solutions to reduce the environmental impact.
The landscaping’s passive design creates shade, reduces the heat island effect, improves air quality and acts as a windbreak to hinder the dispersion of sand. High-tech solutions for the design include water recycling, metering, and leak detection alongside energy-efficient cooling systems.
Al Maktoum International Airport Masterplan, Dubai UAE
CASE STUDIES
With the aim of achieving at least LEED Gold for the main terminal and concourse building. Dar was commissioned to prepare an economic, social and environmental sustainability study for airside and landside.
The final report achieves net zero energy, carbon neutrality, 70% potable water reduction, and zero waste. This is through a number of approaches, including optimizing all connected systems and looking at future design and planning.
Smart Waste Management
INNOVATION
Smart dumpsters transmit their real-time fill-level data, allowing waste collectors to create optimum routes for waste collection trucks. This IoT smart waste management process eliminates the overflowing of trash bins by immediately notifying operators full bins and scheduling early pickup.
Optimized routes lead to less fuel consumption, which ultimately reduces the carbon footprint, making the waste management process more eco-friendly.
Atmospheric Water Generation
INNOVATION
In highly humid environments, water droplets in outdoor air can be collected. This renewable source of water can produce up to 20 liters per day of clean water, with a quality equivalent to potable water.
No waste is produced during the conversion process, furthering sustainable ambitions.
Smart & Solar Street Furniture
INNOVATION
Smart, solar charging stations can power electronic devices such as cellphones, laptops, tablets, and even electric bikes.
These stations allow students to take advantage of the outdoor areas in hot climates, raise solar awareness, and provide a way to charge mobile devices conveniently and free of charge.
Solar Powered Bio-Dome
INNOVATION
Reliant on an energy-efficient climatic control system, the bio-dome serves as a self-sustaining environment for growing foods of all kinds
Solar panels, known as BIVP, are integrated into the envelope to provide renewable energy from the sun and sensors control temperature levels as people move through the dome for optimal comfort.
Renewable Energy Project, Angola
CASE STUDY
Set to supply clean, affordable energy to over a million people, the seven photovoltaic power plants and 1 million solar panels, will be one of the largest integrated, public, renewable energy program in sub-Saharan Africa.
The largest plant will deliver power to the Biopio 220cV Switching Station. This will free up storage capacity at three hydropower plants, reducing the need to use costlier thermal power plants. All of this improves the mix of energy supplies to the nation’s grid.
New Bugesera International Airport, Kigali, Rwanda
In line with the Government of Rwanda’s commitment to advocate sustainability and provide support to enable a sustainable built environment in Rwanda, the design of the new Bugesera International Airport prioritised optimising the energy and water systems and implementing a waste management plan focused on sourcing local materials as well as a long-term biodiversity action plan to protect wildlife in the neighbouring Nyabarongo wetlands and other habitats.
