Commercial buildings achieve top Estidama rating with major energy and water savings

Last updated: May 14, 2026 | 11:06

New offices cut energy use by 91% and set a benchmark for smart urban development. Masdar

Masdar City has announced that its M19 A&B Office Buildings have become the first commercial office development in the UAE to achieve a 5 Pearl Estidama rating.

The announcement was made at the conclusion of the Abu Dhabi Infrastructure Summit, marking a major milestone in sustainable urban development in the country.

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The 5 Pearl rating is the highest level under Abu Dhabi’s Estidama Pearl Rating System and recognises projects that achieve high standards in sustainability, energy efficiency, water conservation and environmental performance.

Officials said the achievement reflects nearly 20 years of Masdar City’s work in supporting sustainable development and climate-resilient infrastructure in line with the UAE…