Sharjah is redefining modern real estate development by placing sustainability, quality of life, and global investment appeal at the centre of its strategy.
At the recently concluded 14th International Government Communication Forum (IGCF 2025), officials highlighted how the emirate is aligning economic growth with environmental responsibility.
Speaking during a session titled “From Sharjah Real Estate to a Quality of Life Strategy”
Saud Abdul Aziz Al Khayal, Deputy Director of the Real Estate Regulatory Department at the Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department, described the emirate’s vision as “a unique and sustainable model, making Sharjah a global investment destination that combines housing, work, and stability.”
He added: “In the first half of 2025, Sharjah welcomed more than 6,600 investors from 109 nationalities, with total real estate transactions exceeding AED27 billion. This demonstrates our position as an attractive environment for both living and investment.”
Sharjah Sustainable City was presented as a leading example of this strategy. Al Khayal noted that Phase 1 dedicated more than 60 per cent of its area to green spaces, selling 1,000 units in a single day. Phase 2 soon followed, while Phase 3 will introduce 100,000 trees. Alongside this, the emirate is pushing forward with flexible legislation and full digitalisation of real estate services by 2026.
Engineer Abdullah Mahmoud Salem, Head of the Engineering Studies Department at the Sharjah Department of Housing, expanded on sustainability initiatives. “We used green concrete, replacing part of traditional cement with environmentally friendly materials to reduce the carbon footprint. This shift has led to a 30 per cent reduction in energy use and an 80 per cent reduction in carbon emissions, alongside positive health and economic impacts.”
He also highlighted safety projects such as Hassantuk, which links smart devices in homes to civil defence systems for early fire warnings, reflecting Sharjah’s commitment to balancing environmental, economic, and social priorities.
Moderated by Amal Obaid Hadid, Head of the Media Department at the Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department, the session underscored Sharjah’s position as a leader in sustainable, investor-friendly, and socially responsible real estate development—promising a secure, modern, and high-quality living environment for residents and investors alike. – WAM
