A Dubai businessman, Charles Jabbour, has started a creative recycling project by building a mini version of the Burj Khalifa using nearly 2 million used bamboo chopsticks.
The project, called the Burj Bambusa, is taking place at The Arbor School in Al Furjan. It’s a group effort involving students, teachers, parents, and Jabbour’s team. Their mission is to show how many disposable chopsticks are used in Dubai every week—and how these can be reused instead of thrown away.
Jabbour said the idea is not just about building a model but sending a message about sustainability and the importance of recycling. He hopes this project will encourage people to think differently about waste, especially single-use items.
The mini Burj Khalifa will be made entirely from recycled chopsticks and is expected to be finished in three weeks. Once completed, it could break a world record as the tallest structure ever built using only recycled chopsticks.
The project is already getting attention from local schools and eco-friendly groups. Students are learning hands-on about recycling, teamwork, and creative problem-solving. It’s not just about the final result—it’s also about spreading awareness and inspiring action in the community.
Charles Jabbour hopes this structure will stand as a symbol of what can be achieved when people work together for a good cause and take small steps toward protecting the planet.
