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UAE Launches Green Innovation District at Expo City Dubai, Introduces First Green Licence

New incentives under a green licence aim to draw climate‑focused firms to a city‑wide test bed for sustainable technology and manufacturing.

Overview

  • Ministers Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri and Reem Al Hashimy unveiled the federal initiative during the Asia Pacific Cities Summit at Expo City Dubai.
  • The green licence offers practical benefits including discounted commercial space within the zone and an on‑site Green Intellectual Property Office.
  • Nestlé and Emirati manufacturer Palmade committed to relocate operations to the district, backed by support from Intesa Sanpaolo and Majra.
  • The district is designed for circular production with light industrial units linked to urban farming plots, aligning with UAE Net Zero 2050 and food‑security goals.
  • Officials say the hub will create thousands of high‑value jobs, provide space for R&D and pilot projects, and now moves into tenant onboarding and implementation.