2:47 pm - July 23, 2026The Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority (SEWA) has finalised a AED35 million project to extend natural gas services to residential districts in Dibba Al Hisn, marking a significant step in the emirate’s push for cleaner, more sustainable energy infrastructure. The Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority has wrapped up…
As Abu Dhabi marks Union Pledge Day, energy officials highlight the ongoing commitment to sustainable growth, technological innovation, and resilience, building on the UAE’s founding principles to meet future challenges. On Union Pledge Day, Abu Dhabi’s energy leaders framed the occasion as both a celebration of the UAE’s founding and…
Huawei’s new FusionSolar 9.0 platform aims to revolutionise utility-scale solar projects across the Middle East by integrating advanced grid-forming technology, digital management tools, and lifecycle performance enhancements to meet the region’s evolving energy demands. Huawei’s Digital Power division has rolled out its FusionSolar 9.0 Smart PV Solution in Dubai, leveraging…
The UAE has become the highest-ranked Arab nation in the 2026 Environmental Performance Index, reflecting significant investments and policy shifts towards sustainability, including waste management, biodiversity, and renewable energy expansion. The UAE has become the highest-ranked Arab nation in the 2026 Environmental Performance Index , and honestly, that really highlights…
Naseej advances its mission to create a sustainable textile sector in the UAE through 14 strategic collaborations spanning public and private sectors, aiming to develop a comprehensive circular economy model with pilot projects and policy support. Naseej’s drive to develop a circular textile economy in the UAE has now moved…
Positive Zero’s new loan facility marks the first of its kind in the Middle East, signalling increasing confidence in decentralised renewable projects across the GCC as part of the region’s energy transition. Positive Zero has successfully secured a $375 million loan facility, a move that will bolster decentralised energy infrastructure…
As UAE’s insurance industry adopts AI-driven ESG scores, companies face a new era of risk management where sustainability performance directly influences coverage and costs, aligning with national climate goals and transforming underwriting practices. For many years now, corporate insurance underwriting in the UAE has been built on tried-and-true pillars: balance…
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The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi has completed an extensive survey mapping 334 oyster beds across the emirate’s waters, integrating traditional knowledge with advanced scientific techniques to bolster ecological and climate resilience efforts. The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi has recently wrapped up a multi-year project to map out oyster beds across the emirate’s marine waters , and, according to them, it’s now the most detailed scientific record of this habitat’s distribution to date. The survey was initially designed in 2022 and then carried out between 2023 and the end of 2025. It brought together old knowledge and modern field…
Energy companies in the UAE are being advised to act quickly and document their R&D activities meticulously to capitalise on the country’s new tax incentives, as delays could cost millions. The regime, launching in 2026, offers up to 50% tax credits for qualifying innovative projects in the hydrocarbons sector, contingent on staffing and proper approval processes. Energy companies operating in the UAE are being encouraged to act quickly if they want to capture some value from the country’s new research and development tax credit, as advisers warn that delaying could leave them with millions of dirhams unclaimed. The regime, which…
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) is expanding its international ties and adopting cutting-edge, renewable-powered desalination methods as part of its long-term water resilience and climate goals, positioning the emirate as a global leader in sustainable water management. Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) is really stepping up its ties with the World Water Council as the emirate sharpens its long-term plans for water security, efficiency, and low-carbon desalination. Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, DEWA’s managing director and CEO, recently met with Loïc Fauchon, the president of the World Water Council, right in Dubai. They discussed what both sides describe as…
BEEAH and Etihad Water and Electricity have signed a joint agreement to expand sewage treatment capacity in Sharjah, signalling a shift towards integrated and sustainable water resource management in the UAE. BEEAH and Etihad Water and Electricity have recently come to an agreement to collaborate on expanding sewage treatment capacity in Sharjah, a move that highlights how wastewater is increasingly becoming a more strategic part of the UAE’s water system. The two organisations, through EtihadWE’s development and investment division, signed a Joint Development Agreement. This covers not just the operation of existing treatment assets but also plans to expand the…
The UAE’s latest scientific initiative, RAINLAND, investigates whether altering land cover and terrain could influence rainfall, marking a shift towards understanding land-atmosphere interactions for water security in dry regions. The UAE Research Program for Rain Enhancement Science has rolled out its sixth cycle project, called RAINLAND. This new initiative pushes beyond the usual focus on cloud microphysics and delves into how land itself might influence rainfall. Basically, it’s about exploring whether altering land cover and terrain could actually encourage rain under specific atmospheric conditions. The project, formally named “Rainfall Enhancement through Modification of Land Cover and Land Form,” was announced…
The UAE has unveiled the Global Youth Envoys for Water initiative, aiming to empower young leaders from vulnerable regions to influence global water governance ahead of the 2026 UN Water Conference in Abu Dhabi. The UAE has introduced a new initiative aimed at involving younger voices in global water diplomacy,…
ENOC’s partnership with EVS aims to expand quick and specialised maintenance services for electric vehicles across key regions in the UAE, signalling a significant step towards integrated electric mobility support. ENOC has partnered up with EVS to expand access to quick maintenance services for electric vehicles right here in the…
The Dubai Future Foundation’s fifth edition of its foresight report emphasises actionable strategies and global collaborations to capitalise on technological and systemic opportunities shaping the future of the UAE and beyond. The Dubai Future Foundation has recently published the fifth edition of its flagship foresight report, broadening its focus on…
Masdar has reached financial close on a landmark $6.1 billion solar and battery storage project in Abu Dhabi, aiming to deliver around-the-clock renewable power and reinforce the UAE’s shift towards sustainable energy. Masdar has officially reached financial close on a massive $6.1 billion solar and battery storage project in Abu…
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A Dubai-based biotech firm is turning date palm residues into biofertilisers, boosting crop yields and soil health for thousands of small farmers, as part of a broader push towards a circular economy and climate resilience in the region. Dubai’s efforts to turn agricultural waste into a climate-smart business seem to be gaining real momentum, with a biotech start-up now transforming date palm residues into biofertilisers , a move that’s boosted crop yields, improved soils, and brought thousands of small farmers into a more circular production cycle. The company, called B-Vita, has been recognised as part of Dubai Future Solutions –…
Scientists in the UAE are exploring the possibility of using large-scale solar photovoltaic installations not only to produce energy but also to influence local atmospheric conditions and trigger rainfall, offering a novel approach to water scarcity in desert regions. Water is increasingly taking centre stage in the climate and technology debates, and the UAE is testing out an idea , honestly, it sounds more like science fiction than straight-up infrastructure , that involves using massive solar parks to help generate rain. The bigger picture here is rather stark, actually. According to the World Resources Institute, domestic water demand has skyrocketed…
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**Abu Dhabi**: The 4th Electric Vehicle Innovation Summit (EVIS) 2025 concluded at ADNEC with over 200 exhibitors and thousands of attendees revealing cutting-edge EVs, smart infrastructure, robotics, and renewable transport technologies, underlining the UAE’s leadership in sustainable mobility across the MENA region. The 4th edition of the Electric Vehicle Innovation Summit (EVIS) 2025 concluded after three intensive days from 21 to 23 April at the ADNEC Centre in Abu Dhabi, marking a significant milestone in the Middle East and North Africa’s electric mobility sector. The summit showcased a diverse range of advancements in electric transport, smart infrastructure, robotics, and sustainability,…
**North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany**: UAE Minister Dr Thani Al Zeyoudi met NRW’s Minister-President to strengthen trade and cooperation in technology, green energy, and manufacturing. Non-oil bilateral trade rose 41% since 2022, highlighting expanding economic ties and investment flows between the UAE and Germany. Dr Thani Al Zeyoudi, the United Arab Emirates Minister of State for Foreign Trade, held significant discussions with Hendrik Josef Wüst, the Minister-President of North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW), Germany, focusing on deepening trade ties and cooperation in strategic sectors including technology, advanced manufacturing, and the green economy. The talks took place recently in NRW, one of Germany’s most economically…
**Washington:** Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi revealed the company’s expansion of autonomous taxi services in the UAE via a partnership with WeRide, highlighting deployments in Abu Dhabi and Dubai. This strategy focuses on collaboration, regulatory advantages, and gradual integration alongside human drivers to reduce costs and support innovation. At the Semafor World Economy Summit 2025 held in Washington, Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi discussed the company’s latest advancements in self-driving vehicle initiatives in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Highlighting Uber’s strategic partnership with Chinese autonomous vehicle technology firm WeRide, Khosrowshahi underlined the significant progress made in deploying driverless car services across the…
**Abu Dhabi**: The new Maharat for Tourism E-Learning Hub, launched in collaboration with SPARK, EYouth, and Google.org, aims to enhance tourism skills across the region through free courses and workshops. It supports the UAE’s National Tourism Strategy 2031 by promoting sustainable and innovative tourism development until 2025. Abu Dhabi has recently launched the Maharat for Tourism E-Learning Hub, an initiative aimed at strengthening the tourism sector across the region through targeted training and capacity-building. This project is a collaboration between SPARK and EYouth, with support from Google.org, signalling a broad commitment to developing sustainable and innovative tourism practices. The launch…
**Dubai:** A study explores eleven design scenarios for a school building, using advanced modelling to reduce energy use, cut carbon emissions, and ensure indoor comfort in Dubai’s hot climate, achieving significant cost savings and enhanced sustainability. A comprehensive study has been conducted to optimise the energy consumption and environmental impact of a school building in Dubai, focusing on architectural design, material selection, and climatic factors. This study leveraged advanced modelling tools and extensive scenario analysis to propose an energy-efficient and sustainable building design tailored for the unique conditions of Dubai. The research began by investigating eleven different design scenarios, each…
**Abu Dhabi**: The UAE and Malta held the inaugural UAE-Malta Joint Committee meeting to enhance cooperation in investment, digital economy, renewable energy, healthcare, security, and more, marking a significant step towards stronger bilateral relations and sustainable economic development. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) Ministry of Foreign Affairs recently hosted the inaugural meeting of the UAE-Malta Joint Committee in Abu Dhabi. This milestone event was co-chaired by Ahmed bin Ali AlSayegh, Minister of State for the UAE, and Dr Ian Borg, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Tourism of the Republic of Malta. During the meeting, Minister AlSayegh…
**Dubai**: Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has obtained an intellectual property certificate for its innovative solar-powered electric abra, highlighting its commitment to sustainable transport, legal protection for the design, and supporting Dubai’s vision for advanced and eco-friendly mobility by 2030. Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has secured an intellectual property (IP) certificate for its pioneering industrial design: the solar-powered electric abra. This development underlines the RTA’s ongoing commitment to innovation and sustainable progress within the transport sector. The IP certificate was officially granted to the RTA’s Marine Transport Department, part of the Public Transport Agency, by the UAE…
**Global:** DP World has sourced 65% of its electricity from renewables in 2024, investing $1.17bn in green projects including the region’s first $100m Blue Bond. The company targets significant emissions cuts by 2030, enhancing ESG governance and community initiatives worldwide. DP World has made significant progress in its sustainability efforts in 2024, sourcing 65% of its electricity from renewable sources, as detailed in its latest Sustainability Report released on Friday. This landmark achievement forms part of the company’s broader commitment to green and low-carbon infrastructure, backed by an investment of $1.17 billion in sustainable projects. The report highlights DP World’s…
**GCC region**: Utility companies across the Gulf Cooperation Council could reduce operational costs by 15-30%, saving up to $22 billion through strategic reforms and tech adoption. This is crucial amid rising electricity demand and national energy transition goals, with smart grid innovation and workforce upskilling key to success. A new report by Strategy& Middle East, part of the PwC network, reveals that utility companies across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region have the potential to reduce operational costs by between 15 and 30 per cent over the next decade, potentially generating savings worth up to $22 billion. These efficiencies could…
**Cairo**: The Kuwait-based OAPEC has launched the Hydrogen Guidance Initiative to advance green and blue hydrogen development across 11 Arab member states, focusing on collaboration, innovation, integration with renewables, investment challenges, and skills development. The Kuwait-based Organization of Arab Petroleum Exporting Countries (OAPEC) has announced the launch of a new initiative aimed at advancing the development of green and blue hydrogen across its 11 member states. The organisation, which coordinates energy policies among oil-producing Arab nations, revealed the “Hydrogen Guidance Initiative” during its third annual symposium held in Cairo last week. This initiative reflects five years of ongoing OAPEC efforts…
