6:23 am - August 31, 2026Abu Dhabi’s Masdar has renewed a five-year $300m revolving credit facility with a syndicate of 25 international banks, reinforcing liquidity as it pushes towards 100GW of renewable capacity by 2030. Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company (Masdar) has renewed its five-year $300m revolving credit facility with a syndicate of 25 international…
Tadweer Group has launched the second edition of its Our Sustainable Farms initiative with five government partners, extending agricultural waste guidance to farms across Abu Dhabi, Al Ain and Al Dhafra. Tadweer Group has launched the second edition of its Our Sustainable Farms initiative, extending agricultural waste management support to…
An Abu Dhabi Chamber report projects the UAE will have among the world’s lowest hydrogen and ammonia production costs by 2030, with Abu Dhabi targeting 1.4 million tonnes of low-carbon hydrogen a year by 2031. The UAE is on track to have among the world’s lowest hydrogen and ammonia production…
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…
Expo City Dubai has begun issuing the UAE’s inaugural Green Licences, setting a new standard for sustainability-driven businesses within the country’s Green Innovation District, and signalling a strategic shift towards green economic growth. Expo City Dubai has started issuing the UAE’s very first Green Licences, marking a notable milestone. Six…
Abu Dhabi is launching a pioneering initiative to scatter 10 million native seeds across its arid landscapes, aiming to combat land degradation, boost biodiversity, and demonstrate regional leadership in ecological rehabilitation amidst climate challenges. Abu Dhabi is gearing up for what’s arguably one of the most ambitious desert restoration projects…
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority is expanding the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park beyond 8,000 MW and adding storage and hydropower, pushing clean energy towards 36% of the emirate’s mix by 2030. Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) expects the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park to…
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Abu Dhabi’s Masdar has closed a $5.1bn debt package for a $6.1bn solar-and-storage plant with the Emirates Water and Electricity Company, setting a financing benchmark for uninterrupted clean power. Masdar has reached financial close on its $6.1bn round-the-clock clean energy project in Abu Dhabi, raising $5.1bn in debt from a consortium of international and local banks. The company confirmed the milestone in a statement on 13 July, as reported by The National. Masdar is funding $1bn of equity, with the remaining $5.1bn provided by 13 international and local banks. It is developing the plant with the Emirates Water and Electricity…
Tadweer Group aims to revolutionise Abu Dhabi’s waste system with a comprehensive plan including waste-to-energy, material recovery, digital tracking, and community involvement, targeting an 80% diversion rate from landfills by 2031. Tadweer Group is really making moves to implement a far more ambitious waste management system in Abu Dhabi. They’ve announced an aim to divert a massive 80% of waste away from landfills by 2031, as part of a broader push towards creating a circular economy. Quite an impressive goal, don’t you think? The target, as explained by Ahmed Al Kayyoomi, who’s Tadweer’s executive director of strategy and business performance,…
Abu Dhabi’s Estidama initiative integrates environmental standards with cultural and regional considerations, leveraging digital tools to promote resilient, sustainable urban growth in the face of climate challenges. Estidama, the Arabic word meaning sustainability, has really become one of Abu Dhabi’s most distinctive ideas in urban planning. It was created as part of the emirate’s long-term growth strategy, with a straightforward yet ambitious goal: to support development that enhances quality of life without sacrificing its environmental or cultural identity. The initiative was introduced by Abu Dhabi’s urban planning authorities in order to align growth with the broader economic vision for 2030.…
The 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 a natural gas connection project in Dibba Al Hisn, marking yet another step in the emirate’s ongoing efforts to expand access to cleaner energy infrastructure. Based on reports from Gulf News and Sharjah24, the project cost around AED35 million, roughly equivalent to $9.5 million, and was aimed at bringing natural…
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 a reminder that there’s still quite a bit of work to do ahead. H.E. Eng Ahmed Mohammed Al Rumaithi, Undersecretary of the Abu Dhabi Department of Energy, said the anniversary really reflects the core principles on which the country was built, as well as the responsibility to turn that legacy…
The UAE is increasingly integrating science and innovation into its long-term development strategy, with major investments in space exploration, AI infrastructure, and climate technology positioning it as a rising global technological power. From the moment the federation was established, the UAE has viewed science and innovation not just as side…
JA Solar has begun delivering photovoltaic modules for Masdar’s ambitious 24/7 clean energy project in Abu Dhabi, marking a significant step towards creating a reliable, continuous renewable power supply supported by massive storage and new technology integration. JA Solar has started sending photovoltaic modules to Masdar’s flagship 24/7 renewable energy…
Dubai’s Bustanica farm exemplifies innovative, data-driven indoor agriculture, showcasing how the Gulf is rethinking food production amidst a hotter, drier future by utilising AI, hydroponics, and energy-efficient infrastructure. Dubai’s Bustanica farm has become one of the clearest examples of how the Gulf is rethinking food production for a hotter, drier…
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…
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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 UAE. This move really shows how the country’s charging and servicing network is feeling the heat , or, well, the pressure , to keep pace with the rapid rise in EV adoption. The plan is to offer speedy EV maintenance through AutoPro, ENOC’s established vehicle service network, at four selected…
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 –…
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As the UAE marks World Earth Day 2026, schools across Abu Dhabi and Dubai are embedding environmental sustainability into their everyday culture, with many striving for greener credentials and hands-on climate action. As the UAE celebrates World Earth Day 2026, you can really start to notice how sustainability has become more evident in the country’s schools, university campuses, and student activities. Honestly, in both Abu Dhabi and Dubai, environmental education isn’t just about posters, assemblies, or occasional campaigns anymore. It’s increasingly integrated into how schools are designed, run, and taught day-to-day. That shift really does matter , especially for a…
The Sharjah Waste to Energy Plant has processed over 1 million tonnes of waste since launching in 2022, strengthening the UAE’s commitment to reducing landfill reliance and advancing its circular economy. Plans for Phase Two aim to nearly double power output and waste processing capacity, marking a significant step in regional sustainable development. The Sharjah Waste to Energy Plant has recently crossed a major operational milestone, handling 1 million tonnes of waste since its launch, and this achievement really underscores Sharjah’s push to cut back on landfill reliance. The plant, which kicked off operations in 2022, is now eyeing a…
A regulatory push to reduce single-use plastics in Abu Dhabi has evolved into a cultural shift, transforming shopping habits and waste management through innovative policies and infrastructure. What started as a regulatory push in Abu Dhabi is gradually shaping up to be more than just a fleeting policy, it’s beginning to influence how people live, shop, and even manage waste in their daily routines. The initiative to cut down on single-use plastics, rolled out by the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi back in 2020, is now clearly visible in homes, supermarkets, and even at collection stations across the emirate. The…
The UAE emirate commits nearly US$44 billion over five years to expand its renewable energy infrastructure, aiming to surpass 45% clean energy share and position itself as a regional leader in sustainable energy innovation. Abu Dhabi has announced a major new effort aimed at strengthening its shift to clean energy, with authorities stating that the emirate plans to invest nearly US$43.6 billion over the next five years into developing its energy systems. This comes at a time when clean and renewable sources now make up more than 45% of Abu Dhabi’s energy mix, a significant milestone, signaling that the emirate…
The Emirates Development Bank has invested AED 272 million into Umm Al Quwain-based companies, expanding its industrial and sustainability agenda beyond the UAE’s main hubs, supporting key sectors like healthcare, renewable energy, and advanced technology. Over the past three years, the Emirates Development Bank has funneled AED 272 million into around 30 different companies based in Umm Al Quwain. This effort , well, at least, it highlights how the state lender is pushing its industrial and sustainability agenda beyond the UAE’s bigger economic hubs. The funding was arranged through a partnership with the Umm Al Quwain Chamber of Commerce and…
The International Renewable Energy Agency calls for easing trade barriers and ramping up investments in decentralised renewables to bolster energy resilience amid rising fossil fuel prices and geopolitical tensions. The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) has called on governments worldwide to cut back or ease tariffs and other trade barriers on imported renewable energy equipment. They argue that the recent surge in fossil fuel prices is yet another familiar signal of how vulnerable economies remain to outside shocks. In a fresh policy advisory, IRENA suggests that the current energy crisis should be seen as an opportunity, one to reinforce energy…
Professor Steve Griffiths of the American University of Sharjah has been named the UAE’s National Champion at the 2026 Frontiers Planet Prize for his groundbreaking work on chemical advancements in carbon capture technology, marking a significant milestone for the country’s role in climate solutions. Professor Steve Griffiths from the American University of Sharjah has been named the UAE’s National Champion in the 2026 Frontiers Planet Prize. This achievement marks the first time the country has been recognized in this global competition. The winners were announced by Frontiers on April 22, which was Earth Day, and they mentioned that a panel…
Despite regional turmoil, the UAE and UK reinforced their commitment to targeted industrial collaborations, focusing on AI, clean energy, and skills development, as investor confidence remains robust and trade continues to grow. Investor confidence in the UAE’s economy seems to have stayed pretty strong, even after several months of regional turmoil. During a parliamentary reception in London, top Emirati and British officials argued that the next phase of their relationship should focus on areas like artificial intelligence, clean energy, life sciences, and developing skills. The event, hosted by the UAE-UK Business Council at the House of Lords, brought together over…
Celebrating two decades of growth, Abu Dhabi’s Masdar now manages over 65 gigawatts of renewable projects worldwide, aiming for 100 GW by 2030 with innovative integration of storage and strategic expansions. Masdar is celebrating twenty years in the renewable energy scene, and its portfolio now exceeds 65 gigawatts, a pretty impressive milestone. It really highlights how quickly the Abu Dhabi-based developer has grown from a small local clean-tech startup into a significant player on the world stage. The company was founded back in 2006 by Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, through Mubadala Investment Company. At that time, large-scale renewable…
The King Salman bin Abdulaziz Royal Reserve in Saudi Arabia has become the first in the Middle East to receive an IUCN Technological Innovation Certificate, highlighting a regional shift towards AI-driven biodiversity monitoring and ecosystem management. Saudi Arabia’s King Salman bin Abdulaziz Royal Reserve has recently been recognized by the International Union for Conservation of Nature with a Technological Innovation Certificate. This is a pretty significant milestone, actually , it’s the first time any nature reserve in the Middle East and West Asia has received such an award, according to the Saudi Press Agency. What’s really interesting here is how…
