11 diplomats visit the region's leading sustainable development in Dubai

Dubai, UAE, March 26th, 2016

'The Sustainable City,' the region's first fully integrated and operational sustainable community in Dubai, recently welcomed international diplomats to witness its final stage progress of Phase One, its unique facilities and components - many of which are considered a world first - and view its achievements and the innovative aspect of the city.

The development comprises a five-cluster residential complex, with each cluster featuring a central wind tower, solar-shaded parking lots, pedestrianised streets, five playgrounds, Meanwhile, among the development's other advantages and attractions will be the first-ever eco resort in the region, banks, clinics, a communal area, and a mosque.. There will also be a 'Green School' from kindergarten to grade six, as well as a Diamond Innovation Center - a major education base and knowledge resource - where advanced research into environmental living will take place.

Phase One of the project involved the construction of biodome greenhouses in the central spine of this eco-friendly concept and a community mall, as well as an equestrian centre and cycling and jogging tracks.

Commenting on the occasion, Engineer Faris Saeed, CEO and founder of Diamond Developers, commented: "We're thrilled to have showcased our latest innovations, which are also aligned with Dubai's Green Economy vision, to our distinguished guests. Dubai is a prime location for sustainable living owing to a multitude of economic, environmental and social initiatives. More than 50 families have moved in already and we are expecting even more to do so by Q3 of this calendar year. We very much look forward to welcoming more families and visitors in due course."

Wassim Adlouni, Co-Founder of Diamond Developers, said: "The tour was mainly to explore the different components of the Sustainable City. Our tenants will enjoy the benefits of our internal urban farm, where they will be receiving fresh herbs, fruit and vegetables from the 11 biodome greenhouses across the central farm. We also demonstrated the seven key environmental elements of the project, including 100 per cent wastewater recycling for non-productive and productive re-usage, waste-sorting at source and recycling programmes and solar powered transportation systems for internal and external use. We're committed to reducing our utilised carbon footprint and minimizing the negative environmental impacts in line with the green objectives of the government of Dubai."

The delegation comprised of 11 diplomats from eight major embassies and consulates based here in the UAE, including: Alastair Long (from the British Embassy), Cheong Ming Foong (from the Consulate of Singapore), HE Bogdan Kolarov and Dimitar Dimitrov (from the Consulate of Bulgaria), Ahmad Faiz Bin Ab. Nasir and Shahid Bin Abu Bakar (from the Consulate of Malaysia), Kamlesh Prakash (from the Fijian Embassy), Donrawee Waranon and Salynn Phudtapitug (from the Consulate of Thailand), Charitha Yattogoda  (from the Consulate of Sri Lanka) and Giovanni E Palec (from the Consulate of the Philippines). Dr Tariq Nizami, the chief executive officer (CEO) of the Clubs Network, was also among the attendees.

The delegates expressed their admiration of the concept and were impressed to see how all of the elements were integrated together in harmony.

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About Sustainable City:
Sustainable City offers the three pillars of sustainability; Environmental, Economic and Social, across one all-inclusive and comprehensive community landscape. The first Net Zero Energy city in Dubai, Sustainable City is being modelled with the support and direct supervision of the Dubai government to become an international showcase for high quality sustainable living. Providing a full array of luxury facilities and amenities that have no negative impact on the environment, Sustainable City is a unique concept that redefines sustainable living through its energy efficient housing, no service or maintenance fees, green education and health care, eco-attractions and a full range of indoor and outdoor leisure activities. Sustainable City is the latest advanced ecological community concept from Diamond Developers. Established in 2003 by a team of eco-minded entrepreneurs, architects and civil engineers, Diamond Developers' vision and mission is to be at the forefront of an environmentally, economically and socially sustainable property industry and to deliver premium quality properties and businesses for the Dubai market and beyond.

About Diamond Developers:
Established in 2003 by a team of eco-minded entrepreneurs, architects and civil engineers, Diamond Developers' vision and mission is to be at the forefront of an environmentally, economically and socially sustainable property industry and to deliver premium quality properties and businesses.

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