About Abu Dhabi and the Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT)

As the largest of the UAE’s seven Emirates, Abu Dhabi is a vibrant and diverse capital city and is a seamless blend of modernity and tradition, which is reflected in its architecture, landmarks, and attractions. Over the past decade, there has been a concentrated effort to develop its tourism, education, finance, and cultural sectors to diversify the growing economy of Abu Dhabi. The city has rapidly evolved with many new developments and the construction of landmark buildings such as the Louvre, Masdar City and Yas Island.

As this development continues forward, and the imminent threats of climate change increase, Abu Dhabi is looking to improve its climate resilience. This competition is a part of a series of climate interventions currently underway in Abu Dhabi to make the lives of its residents more environmentally sustainable and healthy by encouraging active lifestyles and enhancing the vibrancy of its public spaces.

The Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) was established by Law No. 30 of 2019 and is the entity responsible for managing the urban planning and transport sectors, and three regional municipalities.

As the entity responsible for supporting the growth and urban development of Abu Dhabi Emirate, the DMT guides, regulates and monitors urban development activities. The expert authority improves municipal work to provide comprehensive services and creates higher living standards for residents through the supervision and management of the municipalities.

The DMT ensures the highest standards of safety, security, sustainability and technological developments of land, air and maritime transport networks of the Emirate, in line with the highest international standards and UAE legislation.

One of the DMT’s top priorities is to fulfil the vision of H.H. Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Abu Dhabi, which draws on the vision of our UAE Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan.