‘Green is go’ for Dubai’s first solar powered mosque
Mosque will use solar power to generate heated water for abolutions
Al Arif Contracting will build a green mosque in Bur Saeed, Dubai.
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UAE contracting company Al Arif Contracting has been awarded a contract for the construction and maintenance of a 4180m2 mosque, which will accommodate up to 3,500 worshippers, it has been confirmed.
Construction work on the green project is expected to begin soon and will be completed in 18 months. Located in a 9754m2 lot in Bur Saeed, the mosque will harness the sun’s power for its energy needs.
The mosque will have green spaces and use solar panels, to generate heated water for ablution and the imam’s house. The green building design will also enable the recycling and purifying of ablution water for irrigation and washroom supply.
Climate control will feature thermal insulation and suction fans. It will maximise use of natural light and heat reflective surfaces. It will also feature a roof garden.
The eco-friendly mosque will additionally aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions avoid building materials such as asbestos and polystyrene. AMAF will then convert a large number of Dubai mosques into eco-friendly buildings. This is part of Dubai’s sustainable development plans.
Al Arif Contracting, a subsidiary of Masharie, will work closely with a specialist consultant to maintain green building standards for the project.
