7:28 pm - April 3, 2026ADNEC Group has extended its clean-energy partnership with EWEC to power its Al Ain events centre, marking a significant step towards decarbonising the UAE’s MICE industry with aims for full carbon neutrality by 2045. ADNEC Group has broadened its strategic clean-energy partnership with the Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC)…
The UAE has launched its first phase of a national R&D tax incentive programme, offering companies up to 50% tax credits to boost high-value science and tech activities, as part of broader economic diversification measures. The UAE has begun rolling out the first phase of a national research and development…
The United Arab Emirates is set to rapidly expand its solar capacity, aiming for over 32 GW by 2035, supported by major projects, policy commitments, and evolving energy infrastructure, marking a significant shift towards clean energy diversification. According to the latest assessment by GlobalData, the power sector in the United…
Germany and the United Arab Emirates are deepening their cooperation in green hydrogen and renewable energy, aiming to build a resilient, low-carbon energy supply chain that could accelerate global decarbonisation efforts and reshape industry dynamics. The United Arab Emirates and Germany have stepped up their cooperation in energy and climate…
Silal’s partnership with the National Agricultural Centre in Ras Al Khaimah aims to enhance local farming, boost food resilience, and integrate advanced technology, marking a significant shift in the UAE’s agricultural landscape. Silal is expanding its footprint in Ras Al Khaimah through a partnership with the National Agricultural Centre, with…
Masdar’s ambitious RTC project in Abu Dhabi combines a 5.2 GW solar array with 19 GWh of battery storage, aiming to deliver 24/7 clean energy and set a global precedent for dispatchable solar power. Just outside Abu Dhabi, a vast desert landscape is in the midst of transforming into one…
The Abu Dhabi Department of Energy introduces a ground-breaking framework enabling consumers to generate and manage their own solar power, aiming to boost renewable capacity and optimise demand during peak hours. The Abu Dhabi Department of Energy (DoE) has rolled out a formal framework for on-site solar power generation. They’ve…
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Ahmedabad-based Sahaj Solar Ltd plans to establish a 750 MW solar panel manufacturing facility in the UAE, marking a strategic move to access larger markets and reduce costs amid changing global dynamics. Ahmedabad-based Sahaj Solar Ltd has recently taken steps to establish a manufacturing presence overseas. Specifically, they’ve approved the setting up of a subsidiary in the United Arab Emirates to pursue a proposed 750 MW solar panel production facility, in partnership with a strategic collaborator. This decision marks a shift from their earlier plan of constructing the first phase within India and hints at a broader effort to tap…
As the UAE enforces phased bans on single-use plastics, local firms like Avani Eco Middle East are leading a shift towards sustainable packaging, driven by regulatory changes, financial backing, and a growing focus on environmental impact. As the UAE tightens its grip on single-use plastics, there’s also a quieter but steadily growing shift happening in the business world, companies are rethinking how they package and deliver goods. You can see this change in the rapid rise of suppliers offering sustainable packaging options, with Avani Eco Middle East standing out as one of the key players benefiting from this trend. According…
The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi secures a two-year sponsorship from TAQA to boost mangrove restoration through cutting-edge technology and increased private-sector collaboration, signifying a new era in ecological monitoring and marine biodiversity protection. The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) recently secured a two-year sponsorship from TAQA, which is the Abu Dhabi National Energy Company, to support key components of the Abu Dhabi Mangrove Initiative (ADMI). This move actually signals a step up in private-sector involvement in the emirate’s efforts to restore its coastal ecosystems. Through this partnership, TAQA now acts as the Official Partner for ADMI and is…
Fischer Farms’s new live modular growth unit in Abu Dhabi aims to showcase sustainable, integrated vertical farming solutions tailored for the Gulf region’s unique climate, offering real-world insights for local growers and investors. Fischer Farms recently took a notable step outside the UK, launching a live modular growth unit that’s now producing leafy greens and herbs right in Abu Dhabi. This isn’t just a one-off trial; it’s meant as a real demonstration for regional growers, partners, and potential clients, something they can actually observe working, not just a static test. Founder Tristan Fischer explains, “This isn’t some pilot meant to…
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (Adnoc) is expanding its collaborations with major US energy firms to boost hydrocarbon output and accelerate the adoption of low-emission technologies, aiming for a diversified and resilient energy future. Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) has recently been busy signing a flurry of agreements with several major US energy companies. The goal? Well, it’s a twofold approach: to boost hydrocarbon capacity on one hand, and to develop technologies that cut down carbon emissions on the other. These deals, announced during the UAE–US business dialogue in May 2025, seem to illustrate how ADNOC is trying to…
A purpose-built mosque in Abu Dhabi’s Masdar City exemplifies innovative passive-design strategies and solar technology, aiming for top sustainability certifications and highlighting the emirate’s commitment to green development amid Ramadan safety initiatives. When Ramadan kicked off, Abu Dhabi unveiled a purpose-built mosque in Masdar City that, according to organizers, shows…
Emirates NBD launches an innovative carbon calculator within its mobile platform, enabling nearly two million customers to monitor and reduce their greenhouse‑gas emissions based on everyday transactions, as part of its broader ESG strategy to achieve net zero by 2050. Emirates NBD has integrated carbon measurement tools directly into its…
Al-Futtaim Real Estate and Siemens team up to deploy advanced smart-building technologies, targeting operational efficiency and net-zero emissions across their property portfolio in the Middle East, with a focus on knowledge transfer and regional expansion. Al-Futtaim Real Estate has announced a pretty interesting strategic partnership with Siemens, which, according to…
Dubai Municipality advances its AED30 billion Tasreef Programme with five new contracts worth AED2.5 billion, focusing on expanding and modernising the city’s stormwater systems to support future growth and climate resilience. Dubai Municipality has recently pushed forward with a significant expansion of the city’s stormwater infrastructure. They’ve awarded five new…
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Tokyo-based startup ESREE Energy has raised new funds to advance its innovative gravel-based thermal energy storage technology, aiming to provide affordable, dispatchable heat for industry as global focus on renewable heat solutions intensifies. ESREE Energy, a startup based in Tokyo focusing on climate tech, has recently secured a new funding round to speed up the development of its innovative gravel-based thermal energy storage and related industrial heat technologies. The company mentioned that this fresh investment, led by United and also joined by Digital Grid and ReGACY Innovation Group, will be used mainly for research and demonstration projects. The goal is…
PureHealth partners with Yellow Door Energy on a long-term solar power scheme to reduce emissions across its UAE hospitals and clinics, exemplifying the healthcare sector’s growing role in the nation’s clean energy transition. PureHealth has just signed a 25-year master lease deal with Yellow Door Energy to supply solar power to its hospitals and clinics all across the United Arab Emirates. The Abu Dhabi-based health group is really pushing forward with its decarbonization efforts, and this deal is a big part of that. Basically, the partnership aims to set up on-site solar arrays at various PureHealth locations, which are expected…
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XPeng opens a flagship showroom in Abu Dhabi, signalling its commitment to a software-first, sustainable mobility strategy in the Gulf, with plans for expansion and enhanced aftersales support in the pipeline. XPeng UAE has recently opened a flagship showroom in Abu Dhabi, marking its first year in the Emirates and deepening its efforts within a market that regional analysts say is accelerating toward cleaner, software-driven mobility solutions. According to DubiCars, the new showroom, located in Al Salam Tower and operated in partnership with Ali & Sons, is designed to be a premium, digitally focused space. Visitors are greeted with interactive…
Researchers at UAE University have developed a novel, low-energy process that converts industrial carbide slag into stable calcium carbonate at room temperature, offering a potentially permanent solution for carbon sequestration as part of the UAE’s net-zero ambitions. The United Arab Emirates has made headlines by identifying what scientists are calling a novel, low-energy pathway for permanently removing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. Essentially, they’ve figured out a way to turn industrial waste into a stable mineral form that traps the CO2. According to a report from Ean Libya, a team at United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) managed to secure a…
Abu Dhabi has introduced an AI-enabled Smart Meter Project to optimise water use across farms, aiming to enhance water and food security through digital innovation and real-time analytics while preparing for large-scale adoption. Abu Dhabi has recently taken a step towards digitizing how farms manage water by launching an AI-enabled initiative called the Smart Meter Project. Officials described this move as a practical measure aimed at bolstering the emirate’s water and food security. As reported by Al Etihad, the Abu Dhabi Department of Energy, working together with the Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA), revealed this plan in…
President Ilham Aliyev’s recent visit to the UAE highlights the rapid deepening of bilateral ties, with significant progress in trade, green energy, and cultural exchanges signalling a new phase of strategic cooperation between Baku and Abu Dhabi. President Ilham Aliyev’s two-day visit to the United Arab Emirates on December 16–17, 2025, really highlighted how quickly the relationship between Baku and Abu Dhabi is expanding. What initially started out as standard diplomatic talks about energy has, in just over ten years, blossomed into a multi-faceted strategic partnership that now covers trade, investments, green energy initiatives, culture, and digital innovation. As per…
South Korea announces bold plans to cut greenhouse gases by 40% by 2030, including expanding renewables, upgrading the grid, and reforming energy markets amid industry and environmental debates. On the 17th, Kim Sung-hwan, the Minister of Climate, Energy, and Environment, held a briefing at the Sejong Government Convention Center and openly announced that the government would start in earnest to implement its 2030 national greenhouse gas reduction target (NDC). The government, in this plan, committed to cutting greenhouse gas emissions by 40% relative to 2018 levels by 2030. They also plan to shift the power generation system mainly towards renewable…
Abu Dhabi’s Madar Al-Sa‘a project is set to become the world’s first gigascale, round-the-clock renewable energy facility, combining a 5.2 GW solar plant with a 19 GWh battery storage system to provide reliable, continuous clean power by 2027. When Masdar and the Emirates Water and Electricity Company (or EWEC, if you prefer) started laying out the “Madar Al-Sa‘a” project in Abu Dhabi, they weren’t just breaking ground on a typical infrastructure site. According to official announcements from Masdar and reports from regional media outlets, this development is being positioned as the world’s first gigascale, round-the-clock renewable energy facility. What does…
The upcoming Carbon Forward Middle East 2026 in Abu Dhabi is set to solidify the Gulf region’s role in regional and international carbon trading, coinciding with key sustainability events and attracting high-level policymakers and investors. Carbon Forward Middle East 2026 is set to take place in Abu Dhabi from January 14th to 15th, forming part of a broader week full of sustainability-focused events, organizers revealed. This move underscores a clear push to position the Gulf region as a significant hub for regional carbon trading. According to announcements from Famagusta Gazette and those behind the event, Carbon Forward Middle East 2026…
Tabreed partners with UAE-based Sparklo to install 16 reverse vending machines across Abu Dhabi and Dubai, incentivising recycling and advancing the country’s circular economy and decarbonisation efforts. Tabreed, which happens to be the biggest district cooling company in the region, has teamed up with UAE-based cleantech company Sparklo to roll out some pretty smart recycling setups across Abu Dhabi and Dubai. Essentially, this move aims to weave circular economy practices into everyday life. According to Tabreed, the plan involves installing 16 reverse vending machines, affectionately called Sparklomats, in busy spots. One of these units is already up and running at…
Dubai authorities have unveiled ConTech Valley04, a new innovation hub at Expo City Dubai, aiming to fast-track the adoption of advanced, sustainable construction technologies through real-world testing and international collaboration. Dubai’s authorities have taken steps to speed up the testing and adoption of advanced construction technologies in real-world settings, with plans to establish a ConTech innovation hub at Expo City Dubai. The memorandum of understanding, which was signed by Dubai Municipality and Expo City Dubai for Development and Real Estate, positions this new centre as a kind of living lab for next-gen building techniques and smart urban infrastructure. The announcement…
Colesco Capital is set to manage an Article 9 private credit fund targeting circular economy and climate transition companies, marking a significant step in scaling impact-driven investment with over €1 billion in commitments from European institutions. Colesco Capital is set to take over the management of an Article 9 private credit fund that finances businesses involved in circular economy efforts and climate transition initiatives. This move will expand its responsible investing platform and, here’s the noteworthy part, bring in over €1 billion of capital commitments to oversee starting from January 1, 2026. According to what ESG News announced, the fund…
