what is masdar city
Who we are
As a pioneering sustainable urban community, Masdar City is at the forefront of changing the way people live, work, learn, and play. As a world-class business and technology hub, Masdar City has developed a thriving ecosystem of leading global organizations that are working together to create a greener tomorrow.
Where we’re going and how we’re getting there
With a commitment to evolving research and innovation, we are
setting the
standard for sustainable urban communities. At the heart of the UAE’s journey to
net-zero, Masdar City is demonstrating how economic, social, and environmental
sustainability converge whilst realizing the nation’s ambitions. By creating spaces
that are both technologically advanced and environmentally responsible, we are
paving the way for global cities of the future and championing the UAE’s vision for
sustainability. Every initiative and partnership reinforces our belief that sustainability
isn’t just a choice, but a way of life.
To learn more about our sustainable journey, visit our new Visitor Center.
MASDAR CITY: ROOTED IN THE LEGACY OF THE UAE
Where heritage and progress meet
Masdar City is located in Abu Dhabi, the capital city of the United Arab Emirates. Once a remote fishing village, the Abu Dhabi of today is a global destination known for its technological advancements, thriving business ecosystem, and a mix of modern and traditional architecture set against an expansive desert on one side and the Arabian Gulf on the other.
Masdar City’s vision for cities of the future is rooted in the legacy of the United Arab Emirates’ esteemed leaders, who have always valued sustainability. The late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, known as the founding father of the UAE, played a pivotal role in shaping the country’s destiny—and our vision.
We’re immensely proud of our Emirati heritage and the role that history is playing in our story.
MEET OUR TEAM
Masdar City is a subsidiary of Mubadala Investment Company. We report to a board of directors and are led by an internal leadership team that is committed to sustainability, innovation, and building the city of the future.
H.E. Abdulla Ahmed Balalaa
Chairman
Ahmed Baghoum
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Mohamed Al Breiki
Executive Director, Sustainable Development
Mahmoud Alhosani
Executive Director, Finance and Support Services
Steve Severance
Director, Growth
Francisco Jose Galan
Director, Sustainable Development, Masdar City
Mohammed Abdelrazik
Director, Asset Management
Amier Alawadhi
Director, Freezone
Chris Wan
Associate Director, Sustainability and CSR
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