6:58 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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Dubai: The UAE and the World Economic Forum will bring together 700 experts from 93 countries for the 2025 Global Future Councils, focusing on collaboration to tackle technological disruption, geopolitical tensions, and environmental crises, while launching new initiatives like the Global Regulatory Innovation Platform. The UAE Government and the World Economic Forum (WEF) have jointly announced the 2025 edition of the Global Future Councils, a significant event set to unfold in Dubai from October 14 to 16. This initiative marks a crucial commitment to fostering global dialogue and future-oriented collaboration, aiming to address pressing international challenges. This year’s councils will…
Abu Dhabi: The recent UAE-US business dialogue revealed $1.4 trillion in agreements targeting energy projects, advanced technology, AI collaboration, and manufacturing investments, signalling strengthened bilateral ties and strategic economic growth plans through 2035. The recent UAE-US business dialogue has unveiled a series of significant agreements aimed at bolstering economic cooperation and advancing mutual interests across various sectors. This initiative, which coincided with President Trump’s state visit to the UAE, underscores a strategic pivot towards strengthening ties through investment and collaborative innovation, particularly in energy, technology, and manufacturing. At the heart of these discussions was a detailed review of the ambitious…
Abu Dhabi: The Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism will spotlight the emirate’s rapidly expanding manufacturing sector at Make it in the Emirates 2025, unveiling programmes to boost exports, sustainability, and investment under the ambitious Dubai Economic Agenda D33. The Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) is poised to showcase the emirate’s burgeoning manufacturing sector at the Make it in the Emirates 2025 event, scheduled from May 19 to 22 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC). This event has solidified itself as a pivotal platform where government entities, investors, and manufacturers converge to propel national industrial and…
Dubai: Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has expanded its bus network to cover 88% of the city, with 188 million passengers in 2024 and a new AED 1.1bn Euro 6-compliant fleet, including electric buses, enhancing efficiency through AI and dedicated lanes. Matar Al Tayer, Director General and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai, recently highlighted the agency’s commitment to integrating smart systems and artificial intelligence within its bus services, which significantly enhances operational efficiency and cohesion in the public transport network. The RTA reports that the coverage of the bus service…
Abu Dhabi: Masdar has raised $1 billion from its third green bond issuance, achieving the tightest coupon rates yet amid $6.6 billion in global demand, as it accelerates funding for renewable projects and expands its Green Finance Framework. Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company, known as Masdar, has successfully launched a $1 billion green bond, elevating its total green bond issuance to $2.75 billion. This recent issuance was structured in two equal tranches of $500 million, with differing tenors of five and ten years, carrying coupon rates of 4.875% and 5.375%, respectively. Investor response to the offering was robust, with a…
Abu Dhabi: WeRide begins fully driverless Robotaxi trials across major islands including Al Maryah and Al Reem, expanding its UAE footprint. Partnership with Uber and licensing advancements highlight progress amid regulatory and commercialisation challenges faced by the autonomous transport pioneer. WeRide, a prominent player in the autonomous driving sector, has announced the commencement of fully driverless Robotaxi trial operations in Abu Dhabi, marking a significant milestone as the first such initiative in the Middle East. According to the company’s recent press release, this new phase will expand its Robotaxi service coverage to include key areas such as Al Maryah Island…
Dubai: On 23 November 2025, Dubai’s Yalla Green Mobility Show aims to break the world record with over 500 electric vehicles available for public test drives. The event highlights UAE’s accelerating EV adoption and commitment to sustainable transport, featuring 70 models, industry panels, and family activities. Dubai is set to make history on November 23, 2025, as it hosts the landmark Yalla Green Mobility Show, a pioneering event aimed at solidifying the UAE’s position as a leader in sustainable electric mobility. Scheduled to take place at the Dubai Autodrome, the show is designed to break the world record for the…
Dubai: Eureka! GCC, Asia’s leading business model competition, prepares for its 2025 edition in Dubai, boasting over 300 startup registrations across key sectors like AI, fintech, and sustainability, with a $100,000 prize pool and enhanced mentorship for semi-finalists. Eureka! GCC, Asia’s foremost business model competition, is poised to make a significant mark in Dubai as it prepares for its 2025 edition. With a record of over 300 startup registrations, the competition has showcased the vibrant entrepreneurial landscape in the Gulf region. The selected semi-finalists span a variety of sectors, including health-tech, fintech, sustainability, artificial intelligence, and education technology, reflecting the…
Rural Angola and beyond: A new 150 MW solar project powers thousands in Angola, symbolising a wider $100bn GCC investment drive across Africa. This surge aims to bridge energy deficits with clean power, advancing economic growth, and positioning Gulf states as pivotal partners in Africa’s renewable energy future by 2030. In rural Angola, a notable transformation is taking place as a new 150 MW solar project emerges, bringing electricity to thousands of homes that previously relied on expensive diesel generators or lacked power entirely. This local development exemplifies a broader shift occurring across the African continent, where countries from Zambia…
Abu Dhabi: Masdar City aims to be the world’s first zero-waste, carbon-neutral metropolis, integrating advanced renewable technologies and traditional design. Despite financial setbacks limiting completion to 5%, its pioneering strategies offer critical insights for future sustainable urban projects globally. The concept of Masdar City is driven by the visionary question of creating an entirely sustainable urban environment within the arid landscape of the UAE. Located a mere stone’s throw from Abu Dhabi, this ambitious project stretches across 640 hectares and was conceptualised by the prominent architect Sir Norman Foster. The city, which aims to set a precedent as the world’s…
