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Abu Dhabi Unveils World’s First Net-Zero Energy Mosque

9/27/2025

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Abu Dhabi plans to open the world’s first net-zero energy mosque in October, designed by Arup for Masdar City.
The mosque will generate all energy on-site with solar panels and passive cooling to cut energy and water use.
It features a 60-meter-wide qibla wall from local soil to minimize heat.
It will house 1,300 worshippers with smart climate sensors.

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Abu Dhabi plans to open the world’s first net-zero energy mosque in October, designed by Arup for Masdar City.
The mosque will generate all energy on-site with solar panels and passive cooling to cut energy and water use.
It features a 60-meter-wide qibla wall from local soil to minimize heat.
It will house 1,300 worshippers with smart climate sensors.