2:40 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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Ras Al Khaimah, UAE: Emerge, Masdar and EDF Group’s joint venture, partners with Turbotim to deploy 1.52 MWp solar and 5 MWh battery storage at two UAE sites, aiming to slash 2.1 million tons of carbon emissions annually and accelerate industrial decarbonisation across the GCC. Emerge, a collaboration between Masdar and EDF Group, has recently formalised an agreement with Turbotim, a UAE-based energy company, to launch a rooftop solar and battery storage initiative at Turbotim’s facilities in Ras Al Khaimah. This agreement was inked during the Make it in the Emirates Forum, highlighting the importance of such projects in…
Abu Dhabi: Alleima’s Kanthal division, in collaboration with Danieli, will deliver a pioneering 1MW electric process gas heater for Emsteel’s DRI plant by early 2026, targeting significant emissions reductions and advancing green steel production in the UAE. Alleima’s Kanthal division, in collaboration with Danieli, has announced plans to supply an electric process gas heater for installation at Emsteel’s Direct Reduced Iron (DRI) plant in Abu Dhabi, marking a significant advancement in the decarbonisation of steel production. According to the press release, this pilot-scale heater, based on Prothal® DH technology, will be the first of its kind for commercial use…
Dubai: Dubai has become the Middle East’s inaugural host for Every Can Counts’ Global Managers Meeting, uniting 21 countries to drive aluminium drink can recycling. The event, supported by Emirates Global Aluminium and key industry players, aligns with UAE’s green goals ahead of COP28. For the first time in the Middle East, Dubai has emerged as a focal point for sustainability with the hosting of the Global Managers Meeting by Every Can Counts. This innovative programme encourages individuals to recycle their drink cans regardless of their location and gathered representatives from 21 countries to share insights on best practices…
Middle East: Astra Polymers and UK’s Levidian have formed a partnership to develop graphene-enhanced plastics, targeting the booming automotive sector with sustainable, high-performance materials made using Levidian’s low-carbon LOOP technology, advancing the region’s electric vehicle and clean tech ambitions. Astra Polymers, a leading producer of plastics masterbatch solutions in the Middle East, has entered into a groundbreaking partnership with Levidian, a UK-based climate technology firm, to advance the development of sustainable, graphene-enhanced plastic products. This collaboration, formalised during the recent Make It in the Emirates conference, is set to revolutionise the integration of graphene into various plastic applications, with…
Sharjah, UAE: The 13th Sharjah Sustainability Award saw unprecedented participation with 235 projects spanning schools, universities, and institutions, highlighting innovative youth-led environmental solutions and fostering regional commitment to sustainability in education and research. The recent edition of the Sharjah Sustainability Award marked a significant milestone in promoting environmental sustainability within the educational landscape of the UAE. With 235 projects submitted, comprising 153 from schools, 66 from universities, and 16 from government and private entities, the event witnessed unprecedented participation. This overwhelming response underscores a growing commitment amongst students and institutions to address pressing environmental issues, with primary and secondary…
Fujairah: Etihad Water and Electricity, Al Dahra Agriculture Trading, and Fujairah Municipality have signed a strategic partnership to drive sustainable development, advance water and food security initiatives, and modernise critical infrastructure, positioning the emirate as a model for integrated urban and environmental resilience. In a significant advancement towards enhancing sustainability and infrastructure in the Emirate of Fujairah, Etihad Water and Electricity, Al Dahra Agriculture Trading, and Fujairah Municipality have formalised a collaborative agreement. This tripartite partnership aims to accelerate sustainable development efforts while strengthening critical infrastructure and community services. The agreement not only addresses legacy land issues but also…
Sharjah: SUTSNAX, formerly ASPIRELI, unveils a cutting-edge, ISO IEC 17025 accredited R&D and testing lab at SRTIP, boosting high-tech validation across the GCC with European partnerships and advanced facilities targeting sectors from aerospace to flexible electronics. In a pivotal moment for the innovation landscape in the UAE, SUTSNAX, formerly known as ASPIRELI, has inaugurated a cutting-edge Research, Development & Testing Lab at the Sharjah Research, Technology & Innovation Park (SRTIP). This facility is set to redefine the region’s capacity for high-tech validation services, following its ISO IEC 17025 accreditation. This strategic move signifies SUTSNAX’s ambition to cater to a…
Abu Dhabi: First Abu Dhabi Bank has renewed and doubled its strategic partnership with the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology, raising total industrial sector financing to AED 10 billion. This move aims to boost SMEs, innovation, and sustainability as part of the UAE’s National Strategy for Industry and Advanced Technology. First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB), the UAE’s leading financial institution, has renewed its strategic partnership with the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT) by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that aims to drive industrial transformation within the UAE. This significant agreement was formalised during the recent…
Dubai: Dubai Municipality and Dubai South have launched a Dh150 million project to upgrade rainwater drainage with a new tunnel linked to Dubai’s main system, boosting capacity by 700% under the wider Tasreef initiative, following record rainfall and flooding concerns. Dubai Municipality and Dubai South have finalised a pivotal partnership agreement valued at 150 million dirhams to enhance the rainwater drainage system in the Dubai South residential area. This strategic initiative aims to establish comprehensive rainwater drainage networks that will be interconnected with the main drainage system managed by Dubai Municipality. By doing so, it seeks to improve the efficiency…
Dubai: Innovative UAE companies like Ducab and Bin Harmal Group are pioneering sustainable construction and manufacturing with recycled materials, renewable energy, and eco-friendly products, aligning profit with environmental goals and supporting the nation’s Energy Strategy 2050. Amid a growing global focus on sustainability, recent discussions have spotlighted innovative projects that bridge the gap between eco-friendly initiatives and profitable industry practices. At a recent gathering, various attendees showcased examples of sustainable projects not only at a local level but also on an international scale, transforming green innovations into substantial economic contributors. One prominent example is the Dubai Cable Company (Ducab), which…
