3:20 am - October 21, 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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**Abu Dhabi**: Masdar, the Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company, has made strides in renewable energy, executing AED30 billion in investments and targeting 100 GW capacity by 2030. The firm is enhancing its portfolio through global projects and acquisitions, reinforcing its leadership in sustainability. Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company, known as Masdar, has demonstrated significant advancements in the renewable energy sector by executing nearly AED30 billion in equity investments and obtaining over AED16.5 billion in project financing across nine countries. This initiative underscores Masdar’s commitment to expanding its renewable energy portfolio and facilitating a global transition to sustainable energy sources. Established…
**Brasília**: The United Arab Emirates has pledged to advance the global energy transition during discussions at the Second Meeting of the BRICS Committee, emphasising its role in energy security, renewable projects, and aligning with the UN’s sustainable energy goals for universal access. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has reiterated its commitment to advancing the global energy transition and fostering international cooperation to secure energy supplies. This pledge was articulated during the UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure’s involvement in the Second Meeting of the BRICS Committee of Senior Energy Officials, which took place in Brasília, Brazil. The gathering featured representatives…
**London**: China’s collaboration with Gulf Cooperation Council states is reshaping the renewable energy landscape, with substantial investments in solar projects. As GCC nations increase dependency on Chinese technologies, concerns about supply chain control and the need for diversification efforts arise amid ambitious eco-friendly initiatives. China’s role in the renewable energy sector continues to expand, particularly in the context of its collaborations with Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states. The Arabian Gulf Business Insight (AGBI) highlights that China produces over 80 percent of the world’s solar components and more than 60 percent of wind components, leading to expectations that by 2030, the…
**Abu Dhabi**: The Abu Dhabi National Energy Company (TAQA) has formed a partnership with the Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC) to develop a 1GW gas turbine project and enhance renewable energy infrastructure, aiming for the UAE’s Net Zero by 2050 initiative. Abu Dhabi National Energy Company (TAQA), a major integrated utility company operating across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, has entered a significant partnership with the Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC). This collaboration aims to develop new energy infrastructure projects that align with the UAE’s National Strategy for Artificial Intelligence 2031 and target the nation’s Net Zero…
**Dubai**: The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority has reported a remarkable 43.61% increase in the efficiency of electricity and water production since 2006, resulting in a carbon reduction equivalent to planting 527 million trees, while also generating substantial financial savings. The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has announced a significant enhancement in the efficiency of its electricity and water production, achieving an improvement of 43.61% in 2024 compared to the baseline year of 2006. This advancement has led to a notable reduction in carbon dioxide emissions, amounting to 104 million tons over the same period. Such a reduction is…
**United Arab Emirates**: A study from researchers at AURAK and Liwa College reveals that integrating recycled materials in road construction, specifically on the Al Ittihad Taween Road, offers significant economic and environmental benefits, reducing pollution and promoting sustainability in the UAE’s infrastructure development. A recent study conducted by researchers based in the United Arab Emirates has uncovered significant benefits associated with the incorporation of recycled materials in pavement construction. The research focused on an eight-kilometre stretch of the rehabilitated Al Ittihad Taween Road in Ras Al Khaimah, strategically located to connect two major highways, E 11 and E 311. The…
**Dubai**: Uber Technologies has partnered with Dubai’s RTA to integrate autonomous vehicles into the city’s transport infrastructure. This collaboration supports Dubai’s ambition for 25% of journeys to be self-driven by 2030, marking a significant step towards innovative mobility solutions. Uber Technologies, Inc., in collaboration with WeRide, has recently announced a significant partnership with Dubai’s Road and Transport Authority (RTA). The agreement aims to incorporate autonomous vehicles (AVs) into Dubai’s transport infrastructure, aligning with the RTA’s broader ambitions for enhancing mobility in the city. The partnership is a strategic move towards fulfilling Dubai’s Self-Driving Transport Strategy, which aims for 25% of…
**Dubai**: BLUETTI is launching its EP2000 Energy Storage System at the Middle East Energy 2025 event, showcasing its scalable 150kWh capacity and 60kW output, designed for residential and commercial use while promoting energy efficiency and sustainability. BLUETTI, a prominent player in the energy storage solutions market, is set to introduce its EP2000 high-voltage Energy Storage System (ESS) at the upcoming Middle East Energy (MEE) 2025 event. This major industry exhibition is scheduled to take place from April 7 to April 9, 2025, at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The EP2000 is marketed as a scalable energy storage solution, boasting…
**Abu Dhabi**: Baidu has partnered with UAE-based Autogo to deploy the largest fleet of autonomous vehicles in Abu Dhabi. The initiative aims to enhance transportation efficiency and sustainability, with commercial operations expected by 2026 as part of the emirate’s smart city vision. Baidu, the Chinese technology giant, has announced a strategic partnership with UAE-based Autogo, a subsidiary of Kintsugi Holding, aimed at launching the largest fleet of autonomous vehicles in Abu Dhabi. This collaboration marks an important milestone for Baidu’s autonomous ride-hailing service, Apollo Go, as it seeks to establish its presence in the Middle Eastern market, leveraging its advanced…
**Dubai**: In a major move for sustainable urban development, Expo City Dubai collaborates with the UAE Independent Climate Change Accelerators to enhance climate tech innovations, aiming to support startups and evaluate solutions through its Urban Lab, reinforcing the UAE’s commitment to net zero emissions by 2050. In a notable advancement for sustainable urban development, Expo City Dubai has partnered with the UAE Independent Climate Change Accelerators (UICCA) to bolster climate technology innovations. This cooperation agreement aims to leverage their combined expertise in identifying, testing, and scaling sustainable solutions, thereby reinforcing their dedication to the UAE’s burgeoning climate tech sector…
