Masdar to be the first zero polluton city

The city of Masdar near Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirate wl be the first city to produce its energy entirely by way of renewable energy such as solar and wind energy.

They wil also recycle all their waste and as such, have a “zero carbon” footprint.

Of course, it is great to be located in a sun drenched part of the world.

There is a short video on the city’s website which shows theprojected city plan.Or at least, one important section of the city.

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