8:24 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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The UAE leverages its Make it in the Emirates platform to turn new industrial policies into real-world business opportunities, with the fifth edition of MIITE kicking off in Abu Dhabi under the theme ‘Emerging Stronger’. The UAE is gearing up to leverage this year’s Make it in the Emirates platform to transform a wave of new industrial policies into a showcase of real-world business opportunities, as the fifth edition kicks off in Abu Dhabi from May 4 to 7. Organized by the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology, MIITE 2026 is taking place under the theme “Emerging Stronger” at the…
Khazna Data Centers’ DXB8 facility becomes the first global data centre to earn Zero Waste Certification, signalling a shift towards holistic sustainability in the rapidly expanding Gulf region’s digital infrastructure. For quite a few years now, the ongoing discussion about datacentre sustainability, both in the UAE and elsewhere, has mainly revolved around electricity consumption, renewable energy sourcing, and cooling system design. Those topics definitely stay at the core of the conversation. But, interestingly enough, as AI technology and cloud services push facilities to become larger and more compact, there’s another operational issue that’s starting to gain importance: what do these…
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has achieved a world-first, reducing the average annual electricity outage to just 49 seconds through pioneering smart grid technology and AI-driven automation, highlighting the city’s strategic move towards resilient, sustainable energy infrastructure. Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has, once again, claimed the title for the world’s lowest annual electricity outage duration. This achievement underscores Dubai’s ongoing push to enhance the reliability of its utility services, positioning it far ahead of many other international counterparts. As reported by the Emirates News Agency, DEWA announced that the average customer outage time in 2025 dropped to…
pv.market’s new bonded fulfillment centre at Khalifa Port aims to revolutionise solar product procurement in the Middle East and Africa, offering integrated digital trading and streamlined logistics to meet surging renewable energy demands. The solar market in the Middle East and Africa is changing rapidly, but the logistics side of things hasn’t always kept up. Project pipelines are growing, renewable energy goals are getting more ambitious, and demand for panels, inverters, batteries, EV chargers, and related gear is surging. Still, securing those products reliably, at the right price and in the right amounts, remains a persistent hurdle. pv.market has positioned…
ADAFSA prepares for its first participation in Make it in the Emirates, highlighting initiatives in digital farming, local honey production, and investment opportunities amid UAE’s push for resilient and sustainable food systems. The Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA) is gearing up to participate in Make it in the Emirates for the first time, utilizing the platform to showcase its initiatives in food production, farm technology, and investment prospects. This move comes as the UAE intensifies efforts to expand its industrial and agricultural capacity. The event, scheduled from May 4 to 7 at the ADNEC Centre in Abu…
Aldar Properties has secured a AED 5 billion revolving credit facility linked to ESG targets, reflecting a strategic shift towards sustainable and diversified funding amid robust investor confidence and regional market trends. Aldar Properties has added another layer of financing linked to sustainability targets. They recently closed a five-year revolving credit facility worth AED 5 billion. The Abu Dhabi-based developer says this move will help them maintain a solid liquidity buffer and support their upcoming growth phases. According to their statement, the syndicated facility is tied to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals. It’s structured across both conventional and Sharia-compliant…
As Iran tensions threaten Gulf economies and global energy markets, regional policymakers increasingly rely on public-private partnerships to accelerate infrastructure development, diversify energy sources, and enhance resilience against strategic shocks. The recent flare-up involving Iran has, once again, highlighted a tough truth for the Gulf region: strategic shocks, well, at least to me, don’t stay at the strategic level for long. They quickly ripple into energy markets, shipping lanes, insurance premiums, and even public finances. For governments in the Gulf, the challenge isn’t just about trying to contain a crisis anymore. It’s about figuring out how to keep their economies…
Swedish EV maker Clean Motion partners with Dubai-based Averroes Tech to establish local assembly and potentially full-scale manufacturing in the Gulf, aligning with regional climate and industrial policies. Clean Motion is stepping up its efforts to expand into the Gulf region, and it recently signed a memorandum of understanding with Averroes Tech Manufacturing, a Dubai-based company. This deal might see the Swedish EV maker go from just entering the market to setting up local assembly, and possibly even moving into full-scale manufacturing within the region. According to both companies, the partnership aims to push Clean Motion’s products across the Gulf,…
The UAE’s Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure has launched a pioneering microgrid project at its Sharjah headquarters, showcasing a significant step towards decentralised, resilient, and sustainable energy systems for government facilities, with plans for nationwide expansion. The UAE’s Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure has started to promote microgrids as a key element in shaping future government infrastructure. They recently revealed what they call a strategic project aimed at boosting energy security, enhancing sustainability, and improving operational efficiency across federal facilities. This move aligns well with the government’s “We the UAE 2031” vision, which envisions a more advanced and resilient infrastructure.…
Dubai has announced the completion of its first commercial vertiport, marking a significant step towards launching passenger air taxi services by 2026 as part of its broader push into advanced urban mobility. Dubai has taken a notable step forward toward launching passenger air taxis, as announced by the Roads and Transport Authority along with Skyports Infrastructure. They stated that the technical completion of the city’s very first commercial vertiport has now been achieved near Dubai International Airport. This facility, which the partners claim is the first of its kind on a commercial scale, is meant to act as the main…
