12:49 pm - July 22, 2026The 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…
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…
Huawei’s new FusionSolar 9.0 platform aims to revolutionise utility-scale solar projects across the Middle East by integrating advanced grid-forming technology, digital management tools, and lifecycle performance enhancements to meet the region’s evolving energy demands. Huawei’s Digital Power division has rolled out its FusionSolar 9.0 Smart PV Solution in Dubai, leveraging…
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…
Naseej advances its mission to create a sustainable textile sector in the UAE through 14 strategic collaborations spanning public and private sectors, aiming to develop a comprehensive circular economy model with pilot projects and policy support. Naseej’s drive to develop a circular textile economy in the UAE has now moved…
Positive Zero’s new loan facility marks the first of its kind in the Middle East, signalling increasing confidence in decentralised renewable projects across the GCC as part of the region’s energy transition. Positive Zero has successfully secured a $375 million loan facility, a move that will bolster decentralised energy infrastructure…
As UAE’s insurance industry adopts AI-driven ESG scores, companies face a new era of risk management where sustainability performance directly influences coverage and costs, aligning with national climate goals and transforming underwriting practices. For many years now, corporate insurance underwriting in the UAE has been built on tried-and-true pillars: balance…
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The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi has completed an extensive survey mapping 334 oyster beds across the emirate’s waters, integrating traditional knowledge with advanced scientific techniques to bolster ecological and climate resilience efforts. The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi has recently wrapped up a multi-year project to map out oyster beds across the emirate’s marine waters , and, according to them, it’s now the most detailed scientific record of this habitat’s distribution to date. The survey was initially designed in 2022 and then carried out between 2023 and the end of 2025. It brought together old knowledge and modern field…
Energy companies in the UAE are being advised to act quickly and document their R&D activities meticulously to capitalise on the country’s new tax incentives, as delays could cost millions. The regime, launching in 2026, offers up to 50% tax credits for qualifying innovative projects in the hydrocarbons sector, contingent on staffing and proper approval processes. Energy companies operating in the UAE are being encouraged to act quickly if they want to capture some value from the country’s new research and development tax credit, as advisers warn that delaying could leave them with millions of dirhams unclaimed. The regime, which…
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) is expanding its international ties and adopting cutting-edge, renewable-powered desalination methods as part of its long-term water resilience and climate goals, positioning the emirate as a global leader in sustainable water management. Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) is really stepping up its ties with the World Water Council as the emirate sharpens its long-term plans for water security, efficiency, and low-carbon desalination. Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, DEWA’s managing director and CEO, recently met with Loïc Fauchon, the president of the World Water Council, right in Dubai. They discussed what both sides describe as…
BEEAH and Etihad Water and Electricity have signed a joint agreement to expand sewage treatment capacity in Sharjah, signalling a shift towards integrated and sustainable water resource management in the UAE. BEEAH and Etihad Water and Electricity have recently come to an agreement to collaborate on expanding sewage treatment capacity in Sharjah, a move that highlights how wastewater is increasingly becoming a more strategic part of the UAE’s water system. The two organisations, through EtihadWE’s development and investment division, signed a Joint Development Agreement. This covers not just the operation of existing treatment assets but also plans to expand the…
The UAE’s latest scientific initiative, RAINLAND, investigates whether altering land cover and terrain could influence rainfall, marking a shift towards understanding land-atmosphere interactions for water security in dry regions. The UAE Research Program for Rain Enhancement Science has rolled out its sixth cycle project, called RAINLAND. This new initiative pushes beyond the usual focus on cloud microphysics and delves into how land itself might influence rainfall. Basically, it’s about exploring whether altering land cover and terrain could actually encourage rain under specific atmospheric conditions. The project, formally named “Rainfall Enhancement through Modification of Land Cover and Land Form,” was announced…
The UAE has unveiled the Global Youth Envoys for Water initiative, aiming to empower young leaders from vulnerable regions to influence global water governance ahead of the 2026 UN Water Conference in Abu Dhabi. The UAE has introduced a new initiative aimed at involving younger voices in global water diplomacy,…
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…
The Dubai Future Foundation’s fifth edition of its foresight report emphasises actionable strategies and global collaborations to capitalise on technological and systemic opportunities shaping the future of the UAE and beyond. The Dubai Future Foundation has recently published the fifth edition of its flagship foresight report, broadening its focus on…
Masdar has reached financial close on a landmark $6.1 billion solar and battery storage project in Abu Dhabi, aiming to deliver around-the-clock renewable power and reinforce the UAE’s shift towards sustainable energy. Masdar has officially reached financial close on a massive $6.1 billion solar and battery storage project in Abu…
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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 –…
Scientists in the UAE are exploring the possibility of using large-scale solar photovoltaic installations not only to produce energy but also to influence local atmospheric conditions and trigger rainfall, offering a novel approach to water scarcity in desert regions. Water is increasingly taking centre stage in the climate and technology debates, and the UAE is testing out an idea , honestly, it sounds more like science fiction than straight-up infrastructure , that involves using massive solar parks to help generate rain. The bigger picture here is rather stark, actually. According to the World Resources Institute, domestic water demand has skyrocketed…
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Emirates Global Aluminium opens the largest aluminium recycling facility in the UAE, reinforcing the country’s commitment to decarbonisation and localised, sustainable industry growth. Emirates Global Aluminium has recently opened what’s now the biggest aluminium recycling plant in the United Arab Emirates, located at Al Taweelah. It’s a clear move that underscores the country’s push towards a lower-carbon industrial sector and a more circular approach to materials use. Interestingly enough, this project also boosts EGA’s position in a sector where recycled aluminium is becoming pretty important , especially in terms of helping industries decarbonise. The new facility is set up to…
Innovo Group and FieldAI partner to deploy autonomous robots on Dubai’s Ghaf Woods project, marking a significant step for AI-driven construction in challenging environments and aligning with the UAE’s broader digital ambitions. Innovo Group has started introducing general-purpose robots into real-world construction projects in the Middle East, through a partnership with FieldAI , and, honestly, this move aims to test out physical AI in one of the most demanding environments in the region. The first site on the list is Ghaf Woods in Dubai, a residential development worth AED 1.7 billion by Majid Al Futtaim. According to Innovo’s announcement, this…
The UAE has celebrated the graduation of its third cohort of sustainability leaders, exemplifying the country’s strategic shift towards integrated, human-centric climate and industrial policies supported by public-private collaboration. The UAE Sustainability Fellowship has recently celebrated the graduation of its third cohort, bringing together 32 professionals from both the public and private sectors. The programme is designed, at least in my view, to bolster the country’s leadership in sustainability , essentially helping to create a strong pipeline of future change-makers. The ceremony was attended by Ohood bint Khalfan Al Roumi, Minister of State for Government Development and the Future. It…
Spire International’s new rooftop solar farm in Dubai highlights a rising trend among UAE industrial firms adopting leased clean energy assets to drive sustainability, reduce operational costs, and support net-zero commitments. Spire International has recently put into service a new rooftop solar farm at its storage and logistics centre in Dubai Industrial City, adding yet another example of how industrial and distribution companies in the UAE are leveraging leased clean energy assets to slash operational costs and emissions, without necessarily making large upfront investments. The system, rated at 480 kilowatt-peak, was developed in partnership with Yellow Door Energy, which brands…
Emsteel Group joins forces with the Technology Innovation Institute to develop customised high-strength reinforcement tailored for critical infrastructure, bolstering resilience and fostering industrial independence in the UAE. EMSTEEL Group has recently taken a step further in its quest to strengthen its technology-driven approach to materials, with a new partnership formed alongside the Technology Innovation Institute, or TII. The goal here is pretty clear , to bolster the UAE’s critical infrastructure resilience. The deal, which was announced in Abu Dhabi, lays out a framework allowing both organisations to evaluate and validate EMSTEEL’s ES600 high-strength rebar, especially under conditions involving severe impact…
Dubai Municipality launches the world’s first AI-powered park design competition at Al Safa 2 Park, exploring how artificial intelligence can support human-led urban development within the emirate’s vision for smarter, sustainable cities. Dubai Municipality has rolled out what they describe as the world’s very first AI-powered park design challenge , and it’s turning Al Safa 2 Park into pretty much a testbed for how artificial intelligence might influence the next wave of urban spaces within the emirate. Announced under the guidance of Sheikh hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Dubai’s Crown Prince, the competition aims to explore exactly where…
Savvy Charging has secured an exclusive dealership deal for Xiaofu’s off-grid electric vehicle charging systems across the MENA region, promising faster deployment and enhanced regional support to accelerate EV adoption amid infrastructure challenges. Savvy Charging Technology is stepping up its efforts in the off-grid electric-vehicle infrastructure scene with a new exclusive dealership deal for Xiaofu’s charging systems across the Middle East and North Africa, according to a company announcement reported by Zawya. This deal effectively makes Savvy the sole regional stockist for the Chinese firm’s off-grid EV charging products, a move the companies say is meant to cut down on…
GCC states are intensifying their land conservation initiatives, aligning regional efforts with international environmental goals to combat desertification and bolster climate adaptation in an increasingly arid region. GCC states are really stepping up their efforts to safeguard fragile land systems and mend damaged ecosystems, with the GCC Statistical Centre framing all this activity as part of a bigger picture, one that aligns with international environmental agreements and the UN Sustainable Development Goals, no less. The Centre issued these remarks to mark World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought , and honestly, it’s a pretty clear call to ramp up investment…
Abu Dhabi is set to launch the Middle East’s first autonomous public bus trial, signalling a significant step in its push for smart, sustainable transport solutions aligned with its Vision 2040 strategy. Abu Dhabi is gearing up to trial the Middle East and North Africa’s very first autonomous public bus, marking a pretty exciting new chapter in the emirate’s efforts to push forward with smart transport tech. It’s quite a significant move , the whole scene seems to be evolving fast. This pilot programme, which is being developed by Abu Dhabi Mobility , formerly known as the Integrated Transport Centre…
The 12th edition of the World Green Economy Summit in Dubai emphasises moving from pilot projects to scalable, market-ready models, highlighting practical impacts in the global green transition. Dubai is gearing up to host the 12th edition of the World Green Economy Summit (WGES), scheduled for the 21st and 22nd of October at the Dubai World Trade Centre. Organisers frame this year’s event as a step forward , moving beyond simply proving what works to demonstrating how those solutions can be scaled up effectively. Supported by the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime…
