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Press Release

to a new facility at Expo City Dubai marks a pivotal step in scaling production, accelerating
research and development, and introducing new product lines that contribute to a more
sustainable future.

Her Excellency Dr Maria Hanif Al Qassim, Assistant Undersecretary for Policies and
Economic Studies Sector, Ministry of Economy and Tourism, said: “The Green Innovation
District is a collective endeavour uniting entities committed to advancing the green economy,
empowering SMEs, and accelerating circular and sustainable innovation. It reflects a shared
commitment—nationally and internationally—to fostering responsible investment, enabling
green entrepreneurship, and driving climate action. Central to this vision is the promotion of
green intellectual property and technologies that translate innovation into tangible environmental
and economic impact.”

Sanjive Khosla, Vice President, Corporate Strategy at Expo City Dubai, said: “The success
of the Green Innovation District will hinge on collaboration among all stakeholders to maximise
the benefits of shared infrastructure and symbiotic, sustainable relationships. We’re delighted to
launch this initiative with four outstanding strategic partners and are looking forward to
welcoming many new entities as we expand the green innovation community.”

Aiming to yield significant reductions in carbon emissions and waste, the Green Innovation
District caters to businesses involved in the circular economy, urban farming or offering
sustainable products and services. It will offer flexible office, retail and F&B space as well as a
number of light industrial unit and farm plots.

As part of its free zone – which was awarded fDi Intelligence’s global “rising star” free zone for
2025 – Expo City will launch UAE’s first Green Licence aimed at attracting entities committed
to environmental and social sustainability. Offering a host of incentives to enable companies to
set up and operate seamlessly, the licence will encourage innovation and support green business
growth. In addition, the Ministry of Economy will set up an IP Office at Expo City Dubai to
encourage research and development. Both initiatives are designed to increase the UAE’s
competitiveness in attracting innovators and advance sustainable practices.

Why Expo City Dubai?
Expo City, designed as a blueprint for sustainable urban development, builds on its legacy as the
home of Expo 2020 Dubai and COP28 to create a hub for sustainability pioneers and a driver of
meaningful partnerships and initiatives.

Its master plan is pre-certified Platinum – the highest possible rating – in LEED (Leadership in
Energy and Environmental Design) Cities and Communities standard, while LEED Gold will
continue to be a minimum requirement for all buildings. The plan has also achieved pre-
certification for WELL Community – a standard that emphasises health and wellbeing – and is
targeting WELL Gold. Having already achieved an ‘Excellent’ rating under BREEAM
Infrastructure across eight existing projects, the city is aiming to reach this rating for all
infrastructure and public realm projects.