12:29 am - October 20, 2026Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has begun a four-week Dubai autonomous transit trial at Bluewaters, testing driverless electric pods on a dedicated guideway that could shape future clean mobility links across the emirate. Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced on 11 October the start of a four-week trial of…
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority will host the emirate’s first Dubai electric vehicle exhibition and conference from 10 to 12 November, with more than 300 participants and 10,000 visitors expected at the trade centre. Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced on 4 October that it will organise the inaugural…
Holcim UAE and 44.01 have formally commissioned the UAE’s first industrial Fujairah carbon capture pilot, which stores cement plant CO2 in underground rock and gives heavy industry a working template for Net Zero 2050. Holcim UAE and carbon storage company 44.01 officially commissioned the UAE’s first live-condition carbon capture and…
The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi has introduced mandatory emissions verification rules requiring high-emitting facilities to register, report and use accredited verifiers under a new digital tracking system. The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) has issued a resolution making emissions verification compulsory for facilities in the emirate’s highest-emitting sectors,…
UAE green sukuk issuance fell to zero in the first half of 2026, Moody’s said, down from 1.7 billion US dollars a year earlier, as GCC issuers pulled back and awaited a second-half recovery. UAE green sukuk issuance dropped to zero in the first half of 2026, according to a…
Emirates Water and Electricity Company projects Abu Dhabi carbon emissions falling by more than 45% by 2035, as solar capacity expands to over 35 gigawatts and battery storage reaches up to 15 gigawatts. Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC) announced on 21 September a forecast cut in Abu Dhabi carbon…
Nasdaq-listed Beam Global has signed a memorandum of understanding with Masdar City Free Zone to bring off-grid EV charging and energy storage technology into the Masdar City ecosystem in Abu Dhabi. Beam Global (Nasdaq: BEEM) and its regional arm, Beam Middle East, have signed a memorandum of understanding with Masdar…
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Abu Dhabi solar capacity is set to expand by 3GW a year, the emirate’s energy chief says, as its clean energy share hits 47% and desalination shifts to reverse osmosis by 2035. Abu Dhabi’s Department of Energy has set out plans to add 3GW of solar capacity a year, backed by round-the-clock battery storage, as part of a decade-long shift that has already lifted the emirate’s clean energy share, including nuclear, from 1% to 47%. In a 17 September interview, department chairman Abdulla Humaid Al Jarwan said the emirate would keep expanding Abu Dhabi solar capacity while pushing almost all…
Emirates Biotech and United Arab Emirates University have opened a pilot plant near Al Ain that converts food waste to biogas and compost, testing whether packaging waste can be processed alongside it too. Emirates Biotech and United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) have launched a joint pilot project to convert food waste to biogas and compost at what they describe as the UAE’s first integrated organic-waste valorisation plant. Sited near UAEU’s Al Ain campus, the plant will process up to 40kg of organic waste a day. The partnership was launched at UAEU with value-chain stakeholders including the Emirates Environmental Group, Hotpack,…
Dubai Municipality has launched an Existing Buildings Greening Guide, giving owners, operators and investors a practical framework for green building retrofits that cut energy and water use and emissions. Dubai Municipality has launched an Existing Buildings Greening Guide across the emirate on 16 September, giving building owners, operators, consultants and investors a practical roadmap for green building retrofits that improve environmental and operational performance. The civic body said the guide supports its wider objectives for sustainable urban development and a better quality of life across Dubai. The guide sets out best practice for green building retrofits while balancing sustainability requirements…
The Mohamed bin Zayed Water Initiative has signed a two-year partnership with the World Economic Forum to accelerate UAE water innovation and connect solutions with the financing and markets needed to scale them. The Mohamed bin Zayed Water Initiative announced on 15 September that it has signed a partnership agreement with the World Economic Forum to speed the adoption and deployment of practical water solutions, extending the Abu Dhabi initiative’s reach into the global water innovation ecosystem. The agreement runs for two years, through September 2028, and centres on closing a persistent gap between promising water technologies and the financing,…
Khalifa University has launched a UNESCO Chair on Global Water Resilience, uniting research, policy and industry to strengthen UAE water security ahead of the UN Water Conference in Abu Dhabi this December. Khalifa University has established the UNESCO Chair on Global Water Resilience, Innovation and Sustainable Solutions, a UAE-anchored platform intended to connect scientific research with policy and industry on water treatment, desalination, wastewater reuse and governance. The university announced the Chair on 30 June, framing it as a direct contribution to UAE water security ahead of the 2026 UN Water Conference, which the UAE co-hosts with Senegal in Abu…
Energy Minister Suhail Al Mazrouei told WAM the UAE has lifted its combined nuclear and renewables target to 35% by 2030-2031, saying new plants and private competition will deliver it.
The Abu Dhabi Fund for Development wants to mobilise $2bn by 2030 through its Global Water Platform, half of it the Fund’s own money, to reach 10 million people with safe water. The Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) has named the Abu Dhabi Global Water Platform as the main…
Hub71’s renewed Initiate programme draws over 5,500 applications, highlighting growing demand for structured early-stage startup support in Abu Dhabi, with new ventures like Prism56 exemplifying regional innovation and AI adoption. Hub71 is expanding its Initiate programme after attracting over 5,500 applications from founders in the very early stages of building…
Researchers at United Arab Emirates University have created a sustainable catalyst using desert sand, biochar from date pits, and nickel, offering a local solution for clean-energy technologies and resource efficiency. Researchers over at United Arab Emirates University have come up with a pretty interesting green catalyst. It’s made from desert…
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Startups in Abu Dhabi’s Hub71 ecosystem have raised more than $2.7bn since 2019, with its ClimateTech vertical part of a specialist strategy as the emirate works to diversify its economy. Startups based at Hub71, Abu Dhabi’s government-backed technology ecosystem, have raised more than $2.7bn (AED 9.9bn) since the platform opened in 2019, according to figures published on 8 June in the hub’s 2025 Impact Report. The same companies generated $1.5bn (AED 5.4bn) in revenue over the period. The totals mark a milestone in the emirate’s drive to build a diversified, innovation-led economy. The figures point to a startup base with…
Marafiq is set to build a new industrial desalination plant in Duqm, underscoring the growing importance of integrated water services for Oman’s emerging low-carbon heavy industry sector and supporting Meranti Green Steel’s ambitious project aiming for mid-2029 completion. Marafiq is gearing up to build a new industrial desalination plant in Duqm, which really highlights just how crucial water infrastructure has become for the region’s emerging low-carbon heavy industry sector. The Centralised Utilities Company for the Special Economic Zone at Duqm will handle the financing and development of this facility, and it’s meant to serve Meranti Green Steel’s upcoming iron project,…
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Abu Dhabi: Carbon Clean has successfully completed the world’s first industrial deployment of its CycloneCC modular carbon capture technology at Fertiglobe’s nitrogen fertiliser plant, operating for 4,000 hours and reaching TRL 7, showcasing rapid installation and advanced AI-enabled efficiency. Carbon Clean has recently achieved a significant milestone by completing the world’s first industrial deployment of its CycloneCC technology, which marks a pivotal shift in carbon capture capabilities. On April 3, the company announced that the modular unit has successfully operated for approximately 4,000 hours over six months, elevating it to Technology Readiness Level 7 (TRL 7). This milestone not…
Dubai: DEWA showcased cutting-edge sustainability and digital innovations at the Arab Media Summit 2025, highlighting AI integration, solar energy expansion, and the upcoming net-positive Al-Shera’a headquarters to support Dubai’s net-zero and smart city ambitions. The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has emerged as a pivotal force at the Arab Media Summit 2025, serving as the Strategic Sustainability Partner for this prominent event. Hosted from 26 to 28 May at the Dubai World Trade Centre, the summit attracted a diverse audience of media professionals, content creators, and industry leaders under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid…
Paris: The UAE delegation led by Eng. Sharif Al Olama visited France to deepen cooperation on hydrogen, sustainable aviation fuel, and advanced nuclear technologies, reflecting a growing strategic partnership aimed at accelerating decarbonisation and energy transition goals between the two nations. The recent collaboration between the UAE and France marks a significant step forward in their joint efforts towards sustainable energy practices, particularly in the realms of hydrogen and Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). A delegation from the UAE, headed by Eng. Sharif Al Olama, undersecretary for Energy and Petroleum Affairs at the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, conducted a…
UAE: The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, in partnership with Human Resources and Emiratisation, has introduced a Sustainable Guide for Domestic Support Workers. Translated into eight languages, it promotes energy and water conservation alongside mental well-being, supporting the UAE’s community-driven sustainability goals and social inclusivity efforts. The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, in collaboration with the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation, has recently introduced the Sustainable Guide for Domestic Support Workers. This initiative is part of the UAE’s broader commitment to promote community-driven sustainability practices during the Year of the Community. Its primary objective is to foster responsible…
UAE: Property developers in the UAE are pioneering ecological stewardship by integrating native bees and pollinator-friendly plants into residential projects through initiatives like Yalla Beena!, addressing alarming pollinator declines and setting a new benchmark for urban sustainability. In an innovative approach to urban ecology, property developers in the UAE are increasingly recognising the vital role of bees in sustaining local ecosystems and promoting biodiversity. The latest initiative, Yalla Beena! Preserving the Pollinators of the UAE, has emerged from a partnership involving Amwaj Development, Green Gardenia Landscaping, and One Hive Group at the Hatta Honey Bee Discovery Centre. This project…
Dubai: The Crown Prince of Dubai, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, has unveiled the UAE Future 50 initiative highlighting 50 pioneering Emirati startups across 15 sectors, aligning with the We the UAE 2031 vision to drive sustainable economic growth and position the UAE as a global innovation hub. H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Crown Prince of Dubai, has launched the ‘UAE Future 50’ initiative, a bold endeavour aimed at highlighting 50 innovative Emirati startups that are pivotal in driving the nation’s economic diversification and innovation landscape. This initiative, developed by the Government Development and the Future…
Morocco: Morocco and the UAE have formalised a $14 billion investment to build renewable energy infrastructure and four desalination plants, aiming to generate 3,000 MW of clean power and over one million cubic metres of water annually, addressing critical water scarcity and energy needs by 2030. Morocco and the United Arab Emirates have recently formalised a substantial $14 billion investment agreement aimed at fostering advancements in renewable energy and water security. This landmark agreement involves several key stakeholders, including Morocco’s state utility company ONEE, the Mohammed VI Investment Fund, TAQA Morocco—which is part of Abu Dhabi’s TAQA Group—and Nareva. Central…
Abu Dhabi, UAE: The UAE has introduced its first federal climate law requiring businesses to measure greenhouse gas emissions and adopt adaptation plans, reinforcing its regional leadership with enhanced transparency under the Paris Agreement and a net-zero target by 2050. In a significant step towards environmental stewardship, the United Arab Emirates has adopted its first legislative framework aimed at mitigating climate change effects. Officially implemented recently, the federal decree law—entitled “Concerning the Reduction of the Effects of Climate Change”—requires businesses within the country to rigorously measure their greenhouse gas emissions and develop comprehensive climate adaptation plans. This pioneering initiative is…
United Arab Emirates: The UAE plans a pioneering 2,200km hydrogen pipeline backbone by 2040, linking solar-powered hydrogen hubs and repurposed gas lines to become a major exporter of low-carbon hydrogen, backed by ambitious production targets and a dedicated R&D centre. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is poised to become a key player in the global hydrogen landscape, based on an extensive vision for hydrogen pipeline infrastructure set to unfold over the next two decades. A report detailing this ambition highlights the establishment of a dedicated hydrogen network aimed at optimising the UAE’s solar energy resources, its offshore gas storage potential,…
Abu Dhabi: MediSun Energy and EMSTEEL launch Project Elixir, the UAE’s first pilot to transform desalination brine into blue energy and magnesium carbonate, backed by an AED 100m ADQ fund, advancing circular economy methods and cutting emissions in steel production by mid-2025. In a significant advancement towards sustainable industrial practices, Singapore-based MediSun Energy has partnered with EMSTEEL to unveil Project Elixir, the first pilot system in the UAE designed to convert desalination brine into renewable blue energy and magnesium carbonate. This initiative, announced on May 23, represents a pivotal movement toward embracing circular economy principles, transforming what would typically…
