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In a move to enhance the emirate’s climate resilience, Dubai’s ruler, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, has approved the development of an integrated rainwater drainage network, dubbed the Tasreef project. The massive project, worth AED30 billion ($8.2 billion), will increase Dubai’s rainwater drainage capacity by a staggering 700%.

The Tasreef project is designed to enhance Dubai’s readiness to face future climate challenges. According to Sheikh Mohammed, the project will “cover all areas of Dubai” and absorb more rainfall than existing infrastructure, serving the emirate’s needs for the next hundred years. The network will collect over 20 million cubic meters of water per day, making it the largest rainwater collection system in the region.

The project, which will be implemented by Dubai Municipality, will adhere to the highest global technical and engineering standards. The initiative aligns with the Municipality’s strategic goals for the integrated management of rainwater drainage and the sewage system, and underscores its commitment to infrastructure projects that enhance sustainability and quality of life in Dubai.

The project will utilize the latest Tunnel Boring Machines (TBM), the largest of their kind in the Middle East, known for their efficiency, speed, and high precision in excavation. Work on the project will begin immediately and will be carried out in stages, concluding in 2033.

The Tasreef project demonstrates Dubai’s commitment to maintaining its infrastructure and urban gains, ensuring safety and security for everyone living in the emirate. With this project, Dubai is poised to set a new standard for climate resilience in the region.