With 200 New Parks, Women-Only Beaches, His Highness Sheikh Hamdan Approves Quality of Life Strategy

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai has approved the Dubai Quality of Life Strategy 2033. This strategy focuses on ensuring the well-being of everyone in the community, including nationals, residents, and visitors. It aims to make Dubai a global leader in quality of life and boost its reputation as the top choice for living, working, and visiting by taking a comprehensive and integrated approach to well-being.

The Dubai Quality of Life Strategy includes over 200 projects, initiatives, and plans, focusing on ten key pillars to promote the well-being of individuals, society, and the city. The goal is to make Dubai one of the world's top cities for well-being, providing every resident with a healthy, active, and enjoyable lifestyle. 

It aims to foster a society proud of its identity and cultural diversity and to offer top-quality leisure and entertainment. A new office will oversee all strategy projects, working closely with over 19 government entities and numerous private organisations to enhance the quality of life in Dubai.

Here Are The Key Takeaways From The Dubai Quality of Life Strategy 2033

• The Dubai Quality of Life Strategy comprises over 200 projects, initiatives, and supporting plans, slated for implementation from 2024 to 2033.
• It revolves around 10 key pillars focused on well-being, covering areas such as culture and entertainment, the natural environment, the urban environment, mobility, society and family, the economic environment, employment and work conditions, education, safety and security, and health. 
• The strategy prioritises individuals, society, and the city, emphasising human-centric approaches.
• It targets all community segments, including nationals, residents, and visitors, focusing on seven demographic categories: women, seniors, nationals, people with determination, children, youth, and white-collar workers.
• Collaboration among over 19 entities in Dubai has led to an integrated plan and roadmap for implementing the strategy's initiatives.
• The private sector will actively execute the strategy's initiatives, aligning with Dubai's economic development goals outlined in the Dubai Economic Agenda D33.

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What Can You Expect From The Dubai Quality of Life Strategy 2033

For Environment And Dubai’s Rich Biological Diversity

• The Dubai Quality of Life Strategy emphasises environmental conservation and resource sustainability for current and future generations. It includes various projects and initiatives focused on enhancing well-being while preserving the environment.
• Key components involve monitoring aquatic environments and air pollutants through 376 stations and sites. The strategy features the world’s largest waste-to-energy conversion project, with the first phase already completed.
• Plans include establishing eight natural wildlife reserves covering 1,266 square kilometres and marine reserves spanning 32 square kilometres.
• The strategy aims to preserve Dubai’s biological diversity, which includes over 1,500 species of living organisms.
• Dubai's leadership in per capita access to electricity contributes to high satisfaction ratings regarding water and electricity services.
• Targets for 2033 include expanding electricity charging stations and developing the Mohammed bin Rashid Solar Park, the world's largest single-site solar energy park.

Improvement In Dubai's Beachfront Areas

• The Dubai Quality of Life Strategy aims to enhance beachfront areas through various development projects.
• Targeted beaches for upgrades include Jebel Ali Beach, Jebel Ali Caravans Camp Beach, Jumeirah, Umm Suqeim, and Al Mamzar Beaches.
• Goals include a 300% increase in public services provision by 2025 and ensuring 100% accessibility for People of Determination and senior citizens.
• The strategy plans to expand cycling tracks on beaches by 300% and extend the length of night swimming beaches by 60%.
• New initiatives include designating beaches exclusively for women, aligning with the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan's objective to increase public beach length by 400%.

Enhancement Of Tourism Appeal In Hatta And Various Areas

• The Dubai Quality of Life Strategy targets enhancing the tourism appeal of various areas including Hatta, Lehbab, Al Marmoom, Al Lisaili, Al Faqa’, Nizwa, Al Awir, and Margham.
• Initiatives aim to improve well-being, create investment opportunities for families, and support local farmers and products.
• The strategy includes a 162% increase in essential services like health, schools, parks, and mosques.
• The housing needs of nationals in outlying areas will be addressed, with developments planned in Hatta, including upgrades to hiking facilities, hospitals, educational facilities, and housing projects.
• The strategy also involves developing the Saih Al Salam Path with events and investment opportunities.

Expanding Greenery In Dubai

• The Dubai Quality of Life Strategy aims to expand the emirate's green cover significantly. Green spaces are essential for reducing carbon emissions, improving air quality, and lowering temperatures.
• The strategy includes increasing tree and flower planting in streets, public roads, squares, and parks.
• Sustainable irrigation projects will be implemented to support greenery initiatives.
• The strategy aims to increase the total green area in the emirate through major initiatives by 2033.
• Plans involve expanding the area of public parks from 23 to 64 square kilometres, representing a 180% increase.
• Over 200 parks and squares will be developed in different areas across the emirate as part of this initiative.

Improvement In Mobility 

• The Dubai Quality of Life Strategy aims to revolutionise mobility by embracing innovative solutions and inclusive infrastructure.
• Goals include reducing private vehicle use, promoting public transportation, and enhancing access to attractions while decreasing the carbon footprint and improving road safety.
• The strategy emphasises harnessing artificial intelligence for self-driving mobility, aiming to convert 25% of all trips to self-driving travel by 2033.
• Sustainable transportation targets aim for 45% of trips to be through sustainable means.
• Plans involve doubling cycling lane length to 1,150km, increasing bus routes by 117% to 8,722km, and expanding the railway network to 159km.

Promoting Openness And Diversity

• The Dubai Quality of Life Strategy prioritises culture and entertainment, aiming to enrich the city's cultural landscape.
• The strategy aims to enhance Dubai's cultural standing, making it a premier destination for cultural activities and international events.
• It emphasises fostering a creative environment, providing opportunities for residents to engage in innovative pursuits.
• Over 1,000 annual events are planned, spanning sports, community, cultural, arts, and entertainment activities.
• Expansion plans for entertainment, tourism, and hotel sectors aim for a 134% increase by 2040, fostering cultural diversity and individual expression.