UAE’s mosques are truly one of a kind, agree? While the Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi has been a top attraction in the region, there’s now a new addition to UAE’s stunning mosques. Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) inaugurated the world’s first ‘GREEN’ mosque. Well, this is the first mosque to receive the platinum rating for green buildings by the Leadership for Energy and Environmental Design (LEED v4) from the US Green Buildings Council (USGBC) with 83 points. Read on to know more.
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The GREEN Mosque In Hatta Can Accommodate 600 Worshippers
Spread across an area of 1,050 square metres, Hatta’s Green Mosque can accommodate more than 600 worshippers and has the highest environmental sustainability standards. The new mosque is part of UAE’s efforts to support the comprehensive and sustainable development plan of Hatta and meet the needs of its social, economic and environmental development.
The mosque comprises a 25-metre-high minaret, car and motor bicycle parking, facilities for People of Determination, and a green charger station. The mosque conserves around 26.5% of energy and 55 percent of water. Solar photovoltaic panels are currently being installed and a water treatment unit to reuse the water for irrigation and cleaning. DEWA followed the highest international standards to ensure the air quality by using a highly efficient device for air purification to provide a sustainable and healthy environment inside the mosque, with recycled materials used for construction.
The Green mosque is part of the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai.
The Green Mosque is the world’s first mosque to receive the platinum rating for green buildings by the Leadership for Energy and Environmental Design in Hatta. This also supports the UAE’s efforts in combating climate change. The mosque, the first of its kind in the world, is a pioneering example for adopting best sustainability practices and preserving natural resources for a better environmental future.
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Speaking about the new mosque, Dr. Hamad Al Sheikh Ahmed Al Shaibani, Director General of the Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department (IACAD) said: “Receiving the LEED Platinum certification confirms that the mosque has met all international sustainability standards and achieved high levels of efficiency.”
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Well, we can’t wait to get a sneak peak of this new attraction in Hatta! What about you?