Tuesday, August 14, 2012

Abu Dhabi takes the lead in showing the world the true meaning of ‘going green’!

The sun was always an element of discomfort for those living in the desert and bearing the scorching heat. But now the very same heat is being used to the advantage of the city. Every technological gadget is proposed to work on solar energy and good care is being taken to create a cushion of comfort around the citizens. Residents will also enjoy a cool environment from the wind towers that are being built for natural breeze. Abu Dhabi, which was proved to have one of the largest per-capita carbon footprints, in the next eight years, would make the world kowtow to its efforts, with designers Foster and Partners leaving no stone unturned to gift the world the most desirable destination to reside in. When questioned about exploring the possibility of a zero-carbon city in India, Alka sounded positive but also brought forth the roadblocks. “The problem in India is population. It’s difficult to clear out a city to make something like Masdar. Such experiments have been conducted in Pune, but that was in tiny townships on a small scale,” she said. Population apart, what about factors like acceptance of the idea and expenditure? Says Alka, “Oh, change of mindset is not a problem with our people. Indians are pretty much aware of global warming and have been contributing their bit; besides, who wouldn’t want to live in an environment that is greener, cleaner and healthier? Cost, of course, is the biggest problem for constructing a Masdar in India.”

Proposed to accommodate 50,000 people and 1,000 business centres and universities, in eight years from now will perhaps exist one of the most sought-after tourist destinations. Certainly a shining example of what the world can achieve through technology and sheer will, Masdar is truly a breakthrough to a very real global problem!


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