3:31 am - February 14, 2026The UAE is rapidly advancing its green hydrogen strategy, aiming to become a major exporter by 2031, leveraging its desert sun and strategic position to decarbonise industries and boost its economy amid global decarbonisation drives. The UAE is really ramping up its efforts to invest in green hydrogen, viewing it…
The UAE launches a pioneering AI pilot project to reduce energy consumption and enhance resilience in its expanding data centre network, signalling a shift towards smarter, greener infrastructure. The UAE has kicked off some testing of artificial intelligence, aiming to lower energy consumption and boost resilience across its growing data…
A consortium led by Saur and including Etihad WE and TAQA Solutions has signed an innovative long-term deal to upgrade Ras Al Khaimah’s sewage infrastructure, signalling a shift towards private sector involvement in Gulf water services. A group led by French water operator Saur, along with Etihad Water and Electricity…
Procter & Gamble has activated a 500-kilowatt solar carport in Jebel Ali, signalling a significant step towards its Net Zero ambition and exemplifying the rising trend of third-party solar leasing in the Gulf region. Procter & Gamble has gone ahead and activated a 500-kilowatt peak solar carport at their UAE…
RWE signs strategic MoUs with Abu Dhabi energy companies to bolster European energy security through LNG supplies and large-scale battery investments, amid Europe’s push for decarbonisation and diversification. RWE has strengthened its connections with energy companies in Abu Dhabi by signing two memoranda of understanding in the UAE capital, which…
The Integrated Transport Centre in Abu Dhabi, in collaboration with talabat, launches a pioneering pilot introducing battery swap stations and dedicated EV parking zones to foster sustainable urban logistics and reduce emissions. The Integrated Transport Centre (ITC) in Abu Dhabi has recently kicked off a pilot project in collaboration with…
Wärtsilä and Abu Dhabi Maritime Academy are partnering to enhance training, digital tools, and early-stage low-carbon technologies in the Gulf’s maritime industry, aiming to accelerate emission reductions without hindering economic growth. Wärtsilä and the Abu Dhabi Maritime Academy (ADMA) have signed a five-year memorandum with the goal of tackling some…
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Nauticus Robotics partners with Abu Dhabi’s Master Investment Group to establish a $50 million manufacturing and offshore services hub in the UAE, aiming to fast-track the deployment of autonomous subsea robots in the Middle East by 2026. Nauticus Robotics has entered into a conditional deal with Abu Dhabi-based Master Investment Group that could potentially funnel up to $50 million into setting up an international manufacturing and offshore services hub for autonomous subsea robots in the United Arab Emirates. The deal is being presented as the company’s first overseas manufacturing presence and aims to speed up the rollout of its Aquanaut…
Khalifa University and IEEJ convene senior policymakers and industry leaders in Abu Dhabi to fast-track joint research projects in energy, decarbonisation, and digitalisation, aiming to turn laboratory breakthroughs into commercial realities. Khalifa University of Science and Technology, along with Japan’s Institute of Energy Economics (IEEJ), brought together senior policymakers, researchers, and industry leaders in Abu Dhabi this week for what’s called the 2026 UAE–Japan Industry‑Academia Collaboration Steering Board meeting. It was a closed session, meaning not open to the public, where they went over a multi-year plan aimed at taking lab innovations and pushing them toward practical uses across energy…
The United Arab Emirates is witnessing a major shift in regulatory compliance, adopting advanced digital solutions like AI, blockchain, and integrated platforms to streamline governance, risk management, and reporting, transforming compliance into a strategic business enabler. Across the UAE, the way organizations handle regulatory compliance is shifting , moving away from manual record-keeping and towards integrated digital systems. Businesses that used to depend mainly on spreadsheets and paper trails are now increasingly adopting specialized software solutions to oversee governance, risk management, and regulatory reporting. And honestly, this change isn’t just about technology; it really reshapes how companies organize their operations,…
Abu Dhabi’s TAQA reports resilient full-year results amid increased investments in renewable energy, water, and grid infrastructure, aiming for substantial growth by 2030, as it expands globally and advances large-scale projects. Abu Dhabi National Energy Company PJSC, better known as TAQA, shared its full-year results for 2025, which remained pretty resilient despite some big shifts. Not only that, but the company also ramped up its investment plans across power, water, and grid infrastructure, movements it says will help secure regional energy supplies and support its growth targets for 2030. According to a report from Zawya, TAQA pulled in revenues of…
Researchers in the United Arab Emirates have developed durable, environmentally-friendly bricks from native desert sand using alkali-activated binders, offering a promising solution to reduce carbon emissions in construction. Researchers in the United Arab Emirates have turned a longstanding challenge in construction into an exciting opportunity for creating lower-carbon building materials. They’ve managed to do this by converting native desert sand into durable masonry units. The team at the University of Sharjah reports that by combining locally sourced sand with alkali-activated binders, they’ve produced bricks that match the strength and durability of traditional cement and fired clay bricks, while significantly lowering…
On the 29th National Environment Day, the United Arab Emirates showcases its comprehensive efforts to achieve climate neutrality by 2050, blending policy initiatives, biodiversity conservation, and cutting-edge green technology. Tomorrow marks the 29th National Environment Day in the United Arab Emirates , a moment to renew focus on policies and…
ADNOC and Abu Dhabi National Energy Company PJSC (TAQA) have completed a 27-year utilities purchase agreement to support the development of the TA’ZIZ Industrial Chemicals Zone in Ruwais, marking a major step towards the UAE’s industrial diversification and low-carbon ambitions. ADNOC and Abu Dhabi National Energy Company PJSC (TAQA) have…
Colossal Biosciences secures $60 million from the UAE to establish a pioneering BioVault at Dubai’s Museum of the Future, aiming to preserve biodiversity through innovative genetic repositories and international collaboration. This week, Colossal Biosciences revealed it has secured a $60 million investment from the United Arab Emirates to help establish…
Etihad Rail has tested a pioneering magnetic levitation freight system in the UAE, signalling potential shifts in regional heavy freight movement and infrastructure innovation. Etihad Rail has taken a pretty interesting step that might, you know, change the way heavy freight moves across the Gulf region. They recently carried out…
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AirJoule Technologies and TenX Investment have formalised a regional partnership to deploy atmospheric water generation systems across six Gulf nations, aiming to tackle water scarcity with sustainable solutions amid rapid regional growth. AirJoule Technologies has taken steps to strengthen its presence in the Gulf region by designating TenX Investment as its exclusive distributor across six Middle Eastern countries. Both companies have expressed that this partnership aims to speed up the commercial deployment of atmospheric water generation and industrial dehumidification systems in an area facing significant water scarcity. As reported in a GlobeNewswire release dated February 2, 2026, TenX Investment, a…
Abu Dhabi-based startup SustainPro is pioneering measurable, operational sustainability solutions for the region’s live-events industry, combining hardware, on-site teams, and advanced software to deliver real-time data and verifiable environmental impact reports, aligned with international standards. SustainPro, a startup based in Abu Dhabi and founded by someone from the events industry who later became focused on sustainability, is tackling a fairly persistent issue in the region’s live-events scene. Basically, they’re trying to bridge the gap between good intentions and actually measurable, operational climate outcomes. The company’s approach involves a combination of on-site infrastructure, field teams, and a developing software layer, what…
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The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) and SEE Holding unveil Sharjah Sustainable City II, a 7.8 million square foot development featuring smart, eco-friendly homes with integrated green initiatives aimed at redefining future urban living in the UAE. The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) along with SEE Holding has announced the upcoming Sharjah Sustainable City II, a sizable residential project aimed at building upon a model of low-carbon, resource-efficient urban living already underway in the emirate. The plan, covering about 7.8 million square feet in Al Rahmaniya, will feature around 1,032 homes, comprising 944 townhouses and 88 five-bedroom villas,…
The UAE’s Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure partners with Agility to implement AI-powered cooling solutions in data centres, aiming to align digital growth with sustainability and decarbonisation goals. The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure has recently signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Agility, with the goal of boosting energy efficiency and enhancing the economic performance of data centres and district cooling systems across the UAE. As reported by the Emirates News Agency, this agreement comes in response to the growing surge of artificial intelligence workloads and aims to prepare the country’s infrastructure for the rapidly increasing demands for…
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has received the first batch of 250 buses from a multi-year plan to expand and electrify the emirate’s public transit system, marking a significant step towards net zero emissions with the largest electric bus order in the UAE to date. Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has just taken delivery of the first batch of 250 buses from a bigger order aimed at expanding and greening the emirate’s public transit system. Announced earlier this month, this shipment includes 40 electric buses powered by batteries. Interestingly enough, it’s actually the largest electric bus order in the…
The Al Dhafra Solar PV plant, one of the world’s largest, successfully issues a certified green bond aimed at refinancing and expanding Abu Dhabi’s renewable energy capacity, setting a precedent in sustainable finance. Abu Dhabi’s Al Dhafra solar project has hit a notable milestone in the world of green finance. Recently, a group led by the Abu Dhabi National Energy Company (TAQA) and Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC) issued a hefty US$870.75 million in long-term green bonds, aimed at refinancing existing project debt. These bonds, which carry a coupon rate of 5.794% and are set to mature in June…
Abu Dhabi-based startup HyveGeo has been named one of four winners in the UAE FoodTech Challenge, securing $2 million to scale its innovative process of transforming agricultural waste into soil-enhancing biochar aimed at restoring desert lands and reducing carbon emissions. HyveGeo, a startup based in Abu Dhabi specializing in cleantech solutions, has been named one of four winners in this year’s UAE FoodTech Challenge, according to the event organizers announced during Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week. The company, which was founded only in 2023, was chosen from a global pool of over twelve hundred submissions. As part of their win, they…
Dubai’s Green Charger initiative has grown to over 1,860 charging points, supporting a significant rise in electric vehicle usage and aligning with the city’s ambitions for sustainable mobility and net-zero targets by 2050. Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, the Managing Director and CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), mentioned that the “Green Charger” network has grown to include over 1,860 charging points spread throughout Dubai. This is part of the emirate’s effort to expand its infrastructure in response to the increasing number of electric vehicles (EVs) on the roads. In an interview with Emarat Al Youm, Al Tayer noted…
Masdar and Elite Agro have launched the Middle East and North Africa’s first agricultural photovoltaic pilot at Al Foah Farm, combining solar power with greenhouse farming to improve land use, water efficiency, and climate resilience in arid environments. Masdar and Elite Agro Holding have recently introduced what they describe as the Middle East and North Africa’s very first agricultural photovoltaic (AgriPV) pilot project. The idea behind this initiative is pretty innovative, demonstrating how solar power and intensive greenhouse farming can, believe it or not, share the same land in really dry climates. The setup was unveiled at Elite Agro’s Al…
Planno, a UAE-based software firm, launches a subscription-based platform that combines satellite imagery and AI to streamline rooftop solar prospecting for commercial and industrial developers, with growing international adoption and strategic partnerships. Planno, a software company based in the United Arab Emirates, has recently introduced a new subscription-based prospecting tool designed specifically for commercial and industrial (C&I) solar developers and planners. As reported by pv magazine, this platform automates several steps in the prospecting process , making it easier for developers to find and qualify promising rooftops across an ever-growing list of countries. The company claims the product leverages geospatial…
The United Arab Emirates is rapidly expanding its renewable energy capacity and developing its hydrogen sector, aiming to become a regional leader in clean energy by 2031 and achieve net-zero emissions by 2050 amid substantial investments and strategic reforms. The United Arab Emirates is really pushing forward on its transition away from fossil fuels, aiming to position itself as a regional leader in the shift towards cleaner energy. They’re doing this through rapid deployment of renewables, hefty investments, and a clear push into low-carbon hydrogen initiatives. According to statements by Suhail bin Mohammed Al Mazrouei, who’s the Minister of Energy…
Masdar and Engie have secured funding from seven banks to build the Al Khazna photovoltaic solar plant, set to be one of the largest of its kind in the Gulf, boosting Abu Dhabi’s clean energy ambitions and regional green investment trends. Masdar and Engie have wrapped up the financial close for the Al Khazna photovoltaic solar power project, paving the way for construction , which, according to organizers, is going to be one of the biggest utility-scale solar plants in the region. As reported by Sky News Arabia, seven banks, both regional and international, came together to support the financing,…
