2:54 am - July 23, 2026The Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority (SEWA) has finalised a AED35 million project to extend natural gas services to residential districts in Dibba Al Hisn, marking a significant step in the emirate’s push for cleaner, more sustainable energy infrastructure. The Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority has wrapped up…
As Abu Dhabi marks Union Pledge Day, energy officials highlight the ongoing commitment to sustainable growth, technological innovation, and resilience, building on the UAE’s founding principles to meet future challenges. On Union Pledge Day, Abu Dhabi’s energy leaders framed the occasion as both a celebration of the UAE’s founding and…
Huawei’s new FusionSolar 9.0 platform aims to revolutionise utility-scale solar projects across the Middle East by integrating advanced grid-forming technology, digital management tools, and lifecycle performance enhancements to meet the region’s evolving energy demands. Huawei’s Digital Power division has rolled out its FusionSolar 9.0 Smart PV Solution in Dubai, leveraging…
The UAE has become the highest-ranked Arab nation in the 2026 Environmental Performance Index, reflecting significant investments and policy shifts towards sustainability, including waste management, biodiversity, and renewable energy expansion. The UAE has become the highest-ranked Arab nation in the 2026 Environmental Performance Index , and honestly, that really highlights…
Naseej advances its mission to create a sustainable textile sector in the UAE through 14 strategic collaborations spanning public and private sectors, aiming to develop a comprehensive circular economy model with pilot projects and policy support. Naseej’s drive to develop a circular textile economy in the UAE has now moved…
Positive Zero’s new loan facility marks the first of its kind in the Middle East, signalling increasing confidence in decentralised renewable projects across the GCC as part of the region’s energy transition. Positive Zero has successfully secured a $375 million loan facility, a move that will bolster decentralised energy infrastructure…
As UAE’s insurance industry adopts AI-driven ESG scores, companies face a new era of risk management where sustainability performance directly influences coverage and costs, aligning with national climate goals and transforming underwriting practices. For many years now, corporate insurance underwriting in the UAE has been built on tried-and-true pillars: balance…
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The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi has completed an extensive survey mapping 334 oyster beds across the emirate’s waters, integrating traditional knowledge with advanced scientific techniques to bolster ecological and climate resilience efforts. The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi has recently wrapped up a multi-year project to map out oyster beds across the emirate’s marine waters , and, according to them, it’s now the most detailed scientific record of this habitat’s distribution to date. The survey was initially designed in 2022 and then carried out between 2023 and the end of 2025. It brought together old knowledge and modern field…
Energy companies in the UAE are being advised to act quickly and document their R&D activities meticulously to capitalise on the country’s new tax incentives, as delays could cost millions. The regime, launching in 2026, offers up to 50% tax credits for qualifying innovative projects in the hydrocarbons sector, contingent on staffing and proper approval processes. Energy companies operating in the UAE are being encouraged to act quickly if they want to capture some value from the country’s new research and development tax credit, as advisers warn that delaying could leave them with millions of dirhams unclaimed. The regime, which…
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) is expanding its international ties and adopting cutting-edge, renewable-powered desalination methods as part of its long-term water resilience and climate goals, positioning the emirate as a global leader in sustainable water management. Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) is really stepping up its ties with the World Water Council as the emirate sharpens its long-term plans for water security, efficiency, and low-carbon desalination. Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, DEWA’s managing director and CEO, recently met with Loïc Fauchon, the president of the World Water Council, right in Dubai. They discussed what both sides describe as…
BEEAH and Etihad Water and Electricity have signed a joint agreement to expand sewage treatment capacity in Sharjah, signalling a shift towards integrated and sustainable water resource management in the UAE. BEEAH and Etihad Water and Electricity have recently come to an agreement to collaborate on expanding sewage treatment capacity in Sharjah, a move that highlights how wastewater is increasingly becoming a more strategic part of the UAE’s water system. The two organisations, through EtihadWE’s development and investment division, signed a Joint Development Agreement. This covers not just the operation of existing treatment assets but also plans to expand the…
The UAE’s latest scientific initiative, RAINLAND, investigates whether altering land cover and terrain could influence rainfall, marking a shift towards understanding land-atmosphere interactions for water security in dry regions. The UAE Research Program for Rain Enhancement Science has rolled out its sixth cycle project, called RAINLAND. This new initiative pushes beyond the usual focus on cloud microphysics and delves into how land itself might influence rainfall. Basically, it’s about exploring whether altering land cover and terrain could actually encourage rain under specific atmospheric conditions. The project, formally named “Rainfall Enhancement through Modification of Land Cover and Land Form,” was announced…
The UAE has unveiled the Global Youth Envoys for Water initiative, aiming to empower young leaders from vulnerable regions to influence global water governance ahead of the 2026 UN Water Conference in Abu Dhabi. The UAE has introduced a new initiative aimed at involving younger voices in global water diplomacy,…
ENOC’s partnership with EVS aims to expand quick and specialised maintenance services for electric vehicles across key regions in the UAE, signalling a significant step towards integrated electric mobility support. ENOC has partnered up with EVS to expand access to quick maintenance services for electric vehicles right here in the…
The Dubai Future Foundation’s fifth edition of its foresight report emphasises actionable strategies and global collaborations to capitalise on technological and systemic opportunities shaping the future of the UAE and beyond. The Dubai Future Foundation has recently published the fifth edition of its flagship foresight report, broadening its focus on…
Masdar has reached financial close on a landmark $6.1 billion solar and battery storage project in Abu Dhabi, aiming to deliver around-the-clock renewable power and reinforce the UAE’s shift towards sustainable energy. Masdar has officially reached financial close on a massive $6.1 billion solar and battery storage project in Abu…
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A Dubai-based biotech firm is turning date palm residues into biofertilisers, boosting crop yields and soil health for thousands of small farmers, as part of a broader push towards a circular economy and climate resilience in the region. Dubai’s efforts to turn agricultural waste into a climate-smart business seem to be gaining real momentum, with a biotech start-up now transforming date palm residues into biofertilisers , a move that’s boosted crop yields, improved soils, and brought thousands of small farmers into a more circular production cycle. The company, called B-Vita, has been recognised as part of Dubai Future Solutions –…
Scientists in the UAE are exploring the possibility of using large-scale solar photovoltaic installations not only to produce energy but also to influence local atmospheric conditions and trigger rainfall, offering a novel approach to water scarcity in desert regions. Water is increasingly taking centre stage in the climate and technology debates, and the UAE is testing out an idea , honestly, it sounds more like science fiction than straight-up infrastructure , that involves using massive solar parks to help generate rain. The bigger picture here is rather stark, actually. According to the World Resources Institute, domestic water demand has skyrocketed…
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UAE: Daikin and Al Shola have launched a strategic partnership to deliver advanced, energy-efficient temporary cooling solutions tailored for the Gulf region’s booming events and construction sectors, aligning with the UAE’s ambitious net-zero sustainability goals. Daikin, renowned worldwide as a leader in HVAC-R solutions, has recently forged a strategic partnership with Al Shola, a key player in the temporary cooling and equipment rental sector within the UAE. This collaboration is poised to significantly enhance the provision of energy-efficient and scalable cooling solutions that cater specifically to the unique demands of the Gulf region. Given the rapid economic growth and increasing…
United Arab Emirates: Scientists in the UAE have developed a sandwich bifacial photovoltaic panel with a mist cooling system that increases solar energy output by up to 46% in real-world conditions, significantly lowering temperatures and offering economic and sustainability benefits in extreme heat. Researchers from the United Arab Emirates have unveiled a promising innovation in solar energy technology through the development of a new bifacial photovoltaic (PV) module cooling technique. This method, which employs a mist cooling system situated between the two sides of the panel, has been rigorously tested under the intense climatic conditions typical of the UAE. The…
Abu Dhabi: The Environment Agency Abu Dhabi completed a landmark project dispersing 6.5 million native seeds using drones across 320 hectares of nature reserves, complemented by AI-driven ecological monitoring. This initiative advances biodiversity restoration, aligns with climate goals, and signals a new era in eco-conservation technology for the emirate. The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) has successfully completed a pioneering native seed dispersal programme, enhancing biodiversity across the emirate’s nature reserves. In collaboration with Dendra, a UK-based environmental restoration company, EAD employed state-of-the-art drone technology to disperse 6.5 million seeds from a range of native species across 320 hectares…
Abu Dhabi: Bold Technologies and My Aion launch Aion Sentia, backed by $2.5bn investment with Italy’s Synapsia, aiming to transform urban infrastructure with AI-powered smart city solutions across transport, parking, and emergency systems in a groundbreaking 18-month cognitive city project. Bold Technologies and My Aion have recently announced an ambitious project in Abu Dhabi with the launch of Aion Sentia, an AI-powered smart city platform that comes with a staggering $2.5 billion investment. This initiative aims to transform urban management capabilities, leveraging artificial intelligence to address various infrastructure challenges while redefining the conventional notion of smart cities. Central to this…
Dubai: Sheikh Hamdan launches the Dubai Real Estate Technology Center to double the market to AED 4.5 billion by 2030, foster 200 specialised firms, and bolster the emirate’s digital economy through innovation, talent development, and strategic investment aligned with D33 goals. His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, recently announced the establishment of the Dubai Real Estate Technology Center, which aims to significantly boost the emirate’s real estate technology market. The initiative seeks to double the market size to over AED 4.5 billion by 2030 and establish 200 specialised firms within this sector.…
Abu Dhabi: The UAE has inked a $200 billion deal with the US to build the world’s largest AI campus powered by 5 gigawatts, aiming to lead AI innovation by 2031 while addressing migrant labour issues and geopolitical tech rivalries involving China. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is making a substantial commitment to become a global leader in artificial intelligence, harnessing its vast oil wealth to fund an ambitious initiative. Recently, an impressive $200 billion deal was struck with the United States, aimed at establishing what is projected to be the world’s largest AI campus, designed to run on 5…
Dubai: DEWA’s 700MW concentrated solar power project has been recognised by Guinness World Records as the highest capacity single-operator CSP plant worldwide, reinforcing Dubai’s leadership in hybrid solar technology and supporting the UAE’s net-zero emissions target for 2050. The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has marked a significant achievement with the official recognition by Guinness World Records of its concentrated solar power (CSP) project as the highest capacity single-operator CSP plant globally, holding an impressive capacity of 700 megawatts (MW). This accolade, presented to HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, DEWA’s Managing Director and CEO, during a ceremony, underscores Dubai’s…
UAE: The Emirates Development Bank has launched the AED 1 billion Emirates Growth Fund to support SMEs with growth equity investments between AED 10-50 million, targeting sector diversification and contributing to the AED 300bn industrial GDP goal by 2031 through strategic partnerships and value creation. The Emirates Development Bank (EDB) has made a significant stride in fostering economic growth with the recent launch of the Emirates Growth Fund (EGF), a substantial AED 1 billion growth equity platform aimed at bolstering the resilience and competitiveness of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within the UAE. This initiative, officially launched at the fourth…
GCC region: Facing acute desertification and scarce arable land, the Gulf Cooperation Council is turning to cutting-edge technologies like AI and biochar, alongside regional collaboration initiatives such as the Middle East Green Initiative, to restore ecosystems and secure water and food resilience amid worsening climate conditions. Land degradation and desertification pose significant challenges across the globe, yet their impacts are particularly acute in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region, where extreme climatic conditions exacerbate food security and water resource issues. A recent report by Arthur D. Little underscores the urgent need for innovative, technology-driven solutions tailored to the specific environmental…
Ras Al Khaimah and Miami: The two cities have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen cooperation in urban planning, public security, tourism, innovation, and sustainability, building on growing US-UAE economic ties and aiming to boost investment, job creation and cultural exchange. Ras Al Khaimah and Miami, Florida, have taken a significant step towards enhancing their collaborative efforts by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at promoting cooperation across numerous sectors of shared interest. This agreement was formalised in a ceremony attended by Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, UAE Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah,…
