10:01 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**: REGENT Craft has entered a preliminary agreement with Abu Dhabi’s Strategic Development Fund to establish a joint venture for manufacturing electric seagliders in the UAE, enhancing local industrial growth and aligning with the emirate’s push for advanced technology in transportation by 2027. REGENT Craft, a Rhode Island-based manufacturer of electric seagliders, has signed a preliminary agreement with the Abu Dhabi-based Strategic Development Fund (SDF) to establish a joint venture aimed at manufacturing these advanced vessels in the UAE. This agreement comes after SDF’s initial investment in REGENT in 2023, which was increased in 2024 as negotiations progressed. The…
**Abu Dhabi**: The Abu Dhabi Investment Office has announced a $41 million funding initiative for agritech firms, including FreshToHome and others, to enhance agricultural technology and ensure food security, showcasing the emirate’s commitment to innovation and economic diversification. The Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) has announced a significant investment of US$41 million in several firms focused on transforming agricultural practices in the emirate. This funding will support Bengaluru-based FreshToHome, alongside two agritech companies—Pure Harvest and Nanoracks—in their endeavours to enhance agricultural technology initiatives in Abu Dhabi. FreshToHome, established in 2015, has carved a niche by providing cold chain solutions, enabling…
**Dubai**: The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority’s CleanTech Hackathon attracted 193 applications from seven countries, focusing on innovative solutions for climate change, water scarcity, and sustainability. Winners presented groundbreaking technologies, supporting the UAE’s Clean Energy Strategy 2050 and fostering collaboration among innovators and investors. The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) recently hosted the third edition of the CleanTech Hackathon at its Sustainability and Innovation Centre, attracting an impressive 193 applications from seven countries. This event is part of DEWA’s involvement in the ‘UAE Innovates 2025’ initiative, which aims to foster innovation and creativity in the UAE. The focus of…
**London**: MARA Holdings Inc. reports a 37% revenue increase in Q4 2024, contributing to a 69% annual growth. The firm expands beyond cryptocurrency into energy and AI, focusing on sustainability and strategic vertical integration while navigating market challenges. MARA Holdings Inc. has made headlines recently with the announcement of a remarkable 37% revenue increase in the fourth quarter of 2024 compared to the same period last year, culminating in an impressive 69% growth for the entire year. This significant financial milestone has garnered attention as MARA continues to evolve beyond its primary focus on cryptocurrency mining and expand into the…
**Abu Dhabi**: Sheikh Khaled bin Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan led a meeting of the Advanced Technology Research Council, emphasizing advancements in STEM education, recruitment of researchers, and international collaboration, as part of efforts to position the UAE as a global hub for innovation and research. His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Executive Council of Abu Dhabi, presided over a significant meeting of the Advanced Technology Research Council at the Abu Dhabi Executive Office. The council convened to address critical advancements in the development of national…
**Abu Dhabi**: The AIM Congress 2025 will be held from April 7 to 9, attracting over 25,000 participants from 170 countries to discuss investment trends, sustainable development, and economic growth globally, while facilitating networking and financing opportunities across various sectors. The AIM Congress 2025 International Exhibition is set to take place from April 7 to 9, 2025, at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre. This significant event will mark the fourteenth edition of the congress, which has seen strong engagement, with over 170 countries confirming their participation. The theme for this year’s event, “Mapping the Future of Global Investment: The…
**Dubai**: In a groundbreaking move, Dubai Islamic Bank unveils the first Sustainability-Linked Finance Facilities Framework among Islamic banks, aimed at aiding climate change mitigation by allocating financial resources towards sustainable initiatives, highlighting a commitment to environmental, social, and governance goals. Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB), the largest Islamic bank in the United Arab Emirates, has announced the establishment of its inaugural Sustainability-Linked Finance Facilities Financing Framework. This framework, noteworthy for being the first of its kind published by an Islamic bank globally, is aligned with the International Capital Market Association’s (ICMA) Sustainability-Linked Bond Principles (SLLBG). The announcement marks a significant step…
**Dubai**: Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation has partnered with DMCC to provide environmentally friendly district cooling services for the next phase of Uptown Dubai, enhancing the smart district’s infrastructure and supporting the UAE’s sustainability goals with a capacity of 24,675 refrigeration tons. Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation PJSC (Empower), renowned as the world’s largest provider of district cooling services, has formalised an agreement with DMCC (Dubai Multi Commodities Centre) to supply the upcoming phase of Uptown Dubai with district cooling services prioritising environmental sustainability. The capacity specified in the agreement amounts to 24,675 refrigeration tons (RT). The formalisation of the…
**Dubai**: The Dubai International Financial Centre reports a 25% growth in registered businesses, highlighting the emirate’s appeal for family offices and high-net-worth individuals, as it embraces diversification and innovation away from oil dependence. Regulatory frameworks and tax incentives further bolster its attractiveness. Dubai has solidified its position as a prominent hub for global financial services, particularly through the rapid expansion of its free zones, with the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) leading the charge. Recent figures reported for 2024 indicate a significant year-on-year increase of 25% in registered businesses within the DIFC, bringing the total to 6,920. This growth is…
**Middle East**: Standard Chartered introduces a groundbreaking sustainability-linked trade finance facility for Siemens Energy, covering eight markets. This initiative aims to integrate financial operations with sustainability targets, fostering environmental responsibility and setting a new standard in responsible trade finance practices. Standard Chartered has unveiled a pioneering sustainability-linked trade finance facility for Siemens Energy, marking a significant milestone in responsible trade finance. This facility extends across eight markets in the Middle East, Africa, and Pakistan, thereby establishing a new benchmark for integrating sustainability with financial operations. The innovative facility includes tools such as Guarantees and Letters of Credit, which provide Siemens…
