8:45 pm - 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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**Chengdu**: China and Gulf Cooperation Council nations gathered for their inaugural forum on peaceful nuclear technology, discussing collaboration opportunities, challenges, and future prospects to advance nuclear energy and technology for peaceful purposes. China and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) nations convened the inaugural forum on the peaceful use of nuclear technology on Monday in Chengdu, a major city in southwestern China. This event was organised by the China Atomic Energy Authority (CAEA) and assembled officials and nuclear experts from China alongside representatives from Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and other GCC member states. The forum…
**Ras Al Khaimah**: uTerra Middle East Agro Industries has opened a $20 million facility producing eco-friendly organic fertilisers, promoting sustainable farming and innovative cultivation methods. This initiative supports the UAE’s sustainability goals and reinforces Ras Al Khaimah’s role as a regional leader in green agriculture. uTerra Middle East Agro Industries has inaugurated a cutting-edge organic soil fertiliser production facility in the Al Ghail Industrial Zone, Ras Al Khaimah, marking a significant development in sustainable agriculture within the region. The new facility, backed by a strategic investment of $20 million, is the first of its kind dedicated to producing eco-friendly agricultural…
**Abu Dhabi:** The Waste to Zero initiative, led by the UAE Independent Climate Change Accelerators, has launched its first Policy Hack Report outlining strategies to decarbonise global waste management. The report promotes carbon pricing, recycling, and data centralisation to support sustainable circular waste systems ahead of COP30. The Waste to Zero initiative has unveiled its inaugural Policy Hack Report, presenting a comprehensive global strategy to decarbonise the waste sector. This pioneering effort is led by the UAE Independent Climate Change Accelerators (UICCA) and seeks to transform waste management into a sustainable, circular, and low-carbon system. The report follows the recent…
**UAE**: The shift towards sustainable and ethical fashion is revolutionising the luxury market, with homegrown brands like Thaely and Eurthlin leading the charge. This transformative movement reflects changing consumer attitudes and aligns with the country’s Net Zero 2050 Initiative aimed at reducing carbon emissions. In the United Arab Emirates (UAE), sustainability is taking a prominent position in the world of fashion, moving beyond the realm of niche concerns to become a significant aspect of the luxury market. Amidst global challenges such as climate change and rampant consumption, the UAE is spearheading a transformative shift towards sustainable and ethical fashion, paralleling…
**Abu Dhabi**: Emmanuel Givanakis, CEO of FSRA at ADGM, discusses the importance of financial regulation in advancing sustainability and innovation, outlining ongoing initiatives and upcoming guidance aimed at fostering a resilient financial ecosystem in line with UAE’s net-zero goals by 2050. Emmanuel Givanakis, the CEO of the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) of Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), has emphasized the pivotal role that financial services regulation plays in fostering sustainability and encouraging innovation within the financial ecosystem of ADGM. In an interview with Economy Middle East, Givanakis outlined ADGM’s progressive and innovative strategies in sustainable finance and digital asset…
**Dubai**: The official launch of MAZRA CARE by IMEA Ventures on April 14, 2025, aims to tackle global food security issues through innovative, AI-driven agricultural practices, promoting sustainability and environmental health in food production methods. Dubai, United Arab Emirates, was the setting for the official launch of MAZRA CARE on April 14, 2025, a pioneering initiative by IMEA Ventures aimed at revolutionising sustainable farming practices. This innovative project is designed to tackle pressing global food security issues as well as the environmental impacts associated with traditional agricultural methods. IMEA Ventures, a venture group committed to fostering impactful solutions at the…
**Abu Dhabi**: A new Scottish energy transition hub launching in Abu Dhabi aims to support Scottish clean energy firms entering the UAE market by offering business setup, mentoring, funding advice, and collaboration with leading UAE energy entities like Masdar and ADNOC. A new Scottish energy transition hub is set to launch in Abu Dhabi, positioning itself at the heart of the United Arab Emirates’ (UAE) energy sector. This initiative aims to support Scottish businesses operating within the clean energy industry by providing them with direct access to the expansive UAE market. The development of this hub represents the second phase…
**Dubai**: Cummins Inc. saw an 8% share price increase last week following the launch of its Battery Energy Storage Systems in Dubai, highlighting its strategic expansion into the Middle East energy sector and strong market resilience amid broader economic challenges. Cummins Inc., listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker NYSE:CMI, experienced a significant share price increase of 8% last week, closely coinciding with the launch of its Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) in Dubai. This strategic initiative supports the company’s broader goal of addressing energy challenges and enhancing grid stability within the Middle East region. The introduction…
Dubai: Galadari Brothers, a leading UAE conglomerate, has launched a strategic sustainability programme, including publishing detailed ESG reports and sponsoring the planting of 10,000 mangrove trees at Al Zorah Mangrove Forest, aligning with UAE Vision 2030 and global climate goals. As the United Arab Emirates continues its ambitious journey towards sustainability, one of the nation’s longstanding business conglomerates has emerged as a notable example of corporate commitment to environmental stewardship. Galadari Brothers, established in 1960 and recognised as a pioneering force in various sectors—including media, engineering, hospitality, and real estate—has recently taken significant strides to embed sustainability into its core…
**Dubai**: DEWA’s High Water Usage Alert service has cut 266,706 tonnes of CO2 emissions by detecting leaks and faults via smart meters, enabling swift repairs and supporting the city’s 2050 sustainability goals through innovative digital tools and customer engagement. The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has reported significant environmental benefits arising from its High Water Usage Alert service, which has contributed to a reduction of 266,706 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions since its inception six years ago, up to 31 December 2024. The initiative allows DEWA’s customers to promptly identify leaks or faults in their water connections, enabling swift…
