Abu Dhabi's Dh240 billion plans to become '15-minute city' gather pace
Abu Dhabi's plan to create communities in which residents can reach work, schools, healthcare and leisure facilities within 15 minutes can form the foundation of the UAE’s future development, urban planners said on Tuesday. The '15-minute city' model is intended to make daily life more convenient and return time lost to long journeys and traffic congestion, with Dh240 billion ($65.4 billion) to…
The Abu Dhabi government is investing Dh240 billion in transforming its capital into a '15-minute city' model, according to urban planners. The project aims to make daily life more convenient and reduce travel time and traffic congestion. The infrastructure will be upgraded over the next decade with shaded corridors, improved public transport, and reduced urban sprawl.
Eisa Almazrouei, director general of the Infrastructure Development Directorate, stated that the goal is to create a more enjoyable and liveable city. The LiveX exhibition in Abu Dhabi is showcasing various solutions, such as autonomous vehicles and technology, to enhance the efficiency of living in new and established communities.
In March, two new bridges were opened, reducing peak travel time by 15 minutes. The city has also added over 350 parks and extended cycle tracks. The concept of a 15-minute city is not new and has been implemented in other cities like Paris and Melbourne. Technology plays a significant role in developing efficient urban areas, but should not overshadow human-centered design.
Masdar City, launched 20 years ago, serves as a model for integrating technology seamlessly into urban design for a more desirable living environment.
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