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Green Innovation Districts are designed to support eco-conscious businesses and drive sustainable industrial growth. The Green Innovation District at Expo City Dubai is the first in the UAE.
The Green Innovation District welcomes any business that commits to its core mandate of sustainable operations and growth. It is particularly focused on those involved in renewables, circular economy and green tech, as well as urban farming.
This requires integrating sustainability into the core model by actively focusing on:
- Reducing energy and water consumption
- Implementing advanced waste management aligned with the circular economy
- Demonstrating a clear, measurable path toward decarbonisation
Expo City Dubai city’s ready-built sustainable infrastructure provides a host of benefits to tenants, including LEED-Gold certified buildings and an ‘Excellent’ rating under BREEAM Infrastructure for eight existing projects. Its master plan is pre-certified Platinum – the highest possible rating – in LEED Cities and Communities standard; it has also achieved pre-certification for WELL Community – a standard that emphasises health and wellbeing – and is targeting WELL Gold.
Tenants also benefit from Expo City’s advanced infrastructure, solar panels and smart city technologies to optimise energy use. All buildings are designed to consume around 30 percent less energy and 50 percent less water than typical international benchmarks.
Expo City puts people and wellbeing first, with walkable districts, shaded pathways, bike and e-scooter rentals and ample green spaces for relaxation, reflection and connection.
The UAE’s focus on clean energy and other sustainable industries has always been a priority. With investment in these sectors expected to increase three-fold over the next 10 years, the UAE can play an important role in providing products and services aimed at helping the region decarbonise.
As a catalyst for sustainable economic growth, the Green Innovation District will attract Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) into high-value green sectors. It creates future-proof jobs, enhances skills and boosts the competitiveness of UAE businesses through sustainable practices, supporting the nation’s ambitious economic diversification and climate action goals.
Expo City Dubai’s community supports businesses of all sizes and brings together multinational companies, SMEs, startups, entrepreneurs, government, academia, research and development institutions, and more.
The Green Innovation District welcomes any business that commits to its core mandate of sustainable operations and growth. It is particularly focused on those involved in renewables, circular economy and green tech, as well as urban farming.
This requires integrating sustainability into the core model by actively focusing on:
- Reducing energy and water consumption
- Implementing advanced waste management aligned with the circular economy
- Demonstrating a clear, measurable path toward decarbonisation
Expo City Dubai hosts a wide mix of businesses across sectors.
Large corporates and headquarters have established major offices or regional centres, for example:
- Siemens Energy
- DP World
- Emirates
Tech, innovation and professional-services firms include companies working in energy, sustainability, smart systems, consulting, event management and creative services.
Several retail, dining and hospitality brands, such as Rove Hotel and Cheval Maison are operating on the city.
Expo City Dubai is a purpose-driven community that promotes connections and encourages growth through an innovation-focused business ecosystem and a testbed environment with knowledge-sharing platforms to scale innovative solutions. The city brings together companies of all sizes and promotes cross-sector collaboration in sustainability, innovation, technology, education, creative and entertainment.
A free zone is a dynamic business ecosystem that empowers entrepreneurs, innovators, and global companies to establish and grow with ease. It offers a simplified setup process, 100% foreign ownership, full profit repatriation, and tax advantages — all within a future-focused environment designed for collaboration, sustainability, and growth.
Expo City Dubai’s free zone combines world-class infrastructure with flexible business solutions, creating a space where ideas thrive, partnerships flourish, and industries of the future take shape.
The Expo City Dubai Free Zone Authority offers an extensive range of more than 180 services. They range from business setup packages including registrations, licensing and company cards, to supporting all kinds of businesses, business operation permits for short-term operations from 1 day to 12 months, freelance permits for professional individuals, special permits to support commercial food and beverage operations, employment and business visit visa services, documentation services including No Objection Certificates, individual and company letters, among other services.
Expo City Dubai is more than just a commercial hub—it’s a Central Social District designed for sustainability and well-being. It offers an integrated community where work, living, and leisure are seamlessly connected, with daily essentials accessible within a 15-minute walk or bike ride. Located next to Al Maktoum International Airport, the future world’s largest airport, it features LEED-certified, Grade A office spaces in a premium campus setting.
Expo City Dubai offers a variety of office, retail and F&B spaces. The offices range from smaller working areas to larger offices, including entire floors, buildings, and multi-building campuses. For retail, there is an array of spaces designed to accommodate big brands, pop-up and creative concepts, as well as innovative retailers. And for F&B, there is a wide range of units ideal for new-to-market concepts, international brands new to the UAE, and local brands with a vision for expansion.
Yes. The Client Relations Centre provides clients with a seamless and fully integrated access to leasing, licensing and government services. You can contact the Client Relations Centre by calling +971 4 555 2272 or emailing CRC@expocitydubai.ae
