3:39 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 $1.5bn (AED 5.4bn) in revenue over the period. The totals mark a milestone in the emirate’s drive to build a diversified, innovation-led economy. The figures point to a startup base with…
Marafiq is set to build a new industrial desalination plant in Duqm, underscoring the growing importance of integrated water services for Oman’s emerging low-carbon heavy industry sector and supporting Meranti Green Steel’s ambitious project aiming for mid-2029 completion. Marafiq is gearing up to build a new industrial desalination plant in Duqm, which really highlights just how crucial water infrastructure has become for the region’s emerging low-carbon heavy industry sector. The Centralised Utilities Company for the Special Economic Zone at Duqm will handle the financing and development of this facility, and it’s meant to serve Meranti Green Steel’s upcoming iron project,…
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Middle East and Africa: The hydrogen sensor market is projected to grow from US$ 31.9 million in 2024 to US$ 63.9 million by 2034, driven by demand in the GCC and North African countries as the region expands hydrogen production and focuses on safety innovations. The hydrogen sensor market in the Middle East and Africa is poised for significant growth, with revenue projections set to increase from US$ 31.9 million in 2024 to a whopping US$ 63.9 million by 2034. This represents a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.2%, highlighting the region’s commitment to embracing hydrogen as a sustainable…
Ras Al Khaimah: Emerge and Turbotim have partnered to install a 1.52MW rooftop solar PV system paired with a 5MWh battery storage facility, aiming to cut 2.1 million tons of CO2 annually and boost long-term energy autonomy under a 20-year contract. Emerge, a joint venture formed between Masdar andEDF Group, has recently solidified a partnership with Turbotim, a UAE-based energy solutions provider, to embark on an innovative solar and battery energy storage project at Turbotim’s facilities in Ras Al Khaimah. The agreement, formalised during the Make it in the Emirates Forum, signals a significant advancement for both companies in their…
Sharjah: The Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa) and Chinese company HORIVISTA have signed a MoU to support cross-border startup growth, providing subsidised licensing, workspace, and advisory services to Chinese startups expanding in the UAE, while facilitating Sheraa startups’ entry into China’s market. The recent signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa) and HORIVISTA, a China-based company, marks a significant step in strengthening the connections between the United Arab Emirates and China. This collaboration was unveiled during the ‘Make it in the Emirates 2025’ forum and represents a strategic response to the growing demand for cross-border…
UAE: EPointZero has signed a landmark 1GWh energy storage deal with Enercap and APEX Energy to launch the world’s first industrial-scale supercapacitor battery system. The partnership advances the UAE’s clean energy ambitions and includes plans for the largest global supercapacitor manufacturing facility. EPointZero, the decarbonisation arm of the global investment platform 2PointZero, has recently sealed a landmark agreement to acquire a 1 gigawatt-hour (GWh) battery energy storage system from Enercap, in partnership with APEX Energy. This significant deal is poised to bolster the development of cutting-edge, scalable, and resilient energy infrastructure, perfectly aligned with global objectives for achieving net-zero carbon…
Dubai: DEWA’s partnership with German firms FEV Group, MAN Energy Solutions and Hexagon Purus drives green hydrogen production using solar power, supporting UAE’s net-zero ambitions and establishing a vital hydrogen supply chain to Germany by 2030. Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) is making significant strides in the green hydrogen sector through a strategic collaboration with prominent German technology firms, including FEV Group, MAN Energy Solutions, and Hexagon Purus. This partnership aims to establish a robust framework for green hydrogen production in the United Arab Emirates, capitalising on the abundant solar energy available in Dubai. By integrating German expertise in…
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.…
