7:41 pm - July 14, 2026Chinese automaker BYD is making significant advances in large-scale battery storage projects in Abu Dhabi while simultaneously boosting its global EV exports and model lineup, despite challenging conditions in China’s domestic market and regulatory landscape. BYD seems to be pulled in two very different directions at the same time. On…
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…
Hub71’s 2025 Impact Report reveals a surge in funding, revenue, and international partnerships, highlighting Abu Dhabi’s shift from early-stage innovation to a mature, revenue-generating tech hub. Abu Dhabi’s Hub71 has recently reported a notable surge in startup activity. Its 2025 Impact Report reveals that companies within the ecosystem raised over…
Globalpharma has installed a 612 kWp rooftop solar system at its Dubai facility, reducing carbon emissions by approximately 11,400 tonnes as part of the UAE’s wider shift towards clean energy in industry. Globalpharma has managed to cut roughly 11,400 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions after installing a rooftop solar system…
Tadweer Group has awarded Urbaser a contract to develop Abu Dhabi’s first greenfield Material Recovery Facility, incorporating AI-driven sorting systems to boost recycling and reduce landfill reliance by 2028. Tadweer Group has taken quite a significant step forward in Abu Dhabi’s waste management plans, by awarding Urbaser a contract to…
A new report underscores the shift of smart cities from futuristic concepts to strategic tools vital for building resilience, enhancing public services, and sustaining growth amid urban challenges and climate risks. Smart cities are shifting from just being a planning goal to really forming a central part of a nation’s…
ACCIONA advances its water assets’ management by deploying an integrated digital platform and digital twin technology, enhancing efficiency and resilience in Gulf desalination operations amid climate challenges. ACCIONA is taking its digital transformation of its desalination assets further, expanding a plant management system that combines operational, maintenance, and control data…
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The UAE-based resale app LUVED introduces AI-driven tools and environmental impact features to promote faster, more personalised transactions and bolster trust within its community-focused, circular fashion platform. A resale app based in the UAE is really leaning into the use of artificial intelligence and sustainability , quite intentionally, it seems , as it tries to make the experience of buying second-hand luxury items feel more instant, personalised, and less wasteful. LUVED, a mobile-focused peer-to-peer marketplace for pre-loved luxury fashion and lifestyle products, has recently rolled out two new features within the app: LUVBOT, an AI-driven assistant, and My Impact, a…
DP World unveils EcoRoute, a comprehensive platform designed to help businesses lower emissions while boosting operational efficiency, marking a significant shift in logistics sustainability practices amid rising regulatory and market pressures. DP World has introduced EcoRoute, a new set of supply chain services that they claim are designed to help businesses reduce their emissions without sacrificing performance. This move reflects a broader shift in logistics, where decarbonisation is increasingly seen as an operational challenge rather than just a separate sustainability effort. According to DP World, the platform combines network design, lower-carbon transport options, emissions measurement, and carbon insetting. They say…
The United Arab Emirates prepares to inaugurate its first passenger rail service, marking a significant milestone in its transport development and regional integration plans, with phased routes connecting key emirates and offering enhanced travel options for daily commuters and tourists alike. The UAE is just a few days away from launching its very first passenger rail service, an event that signifies a fresh chapter in the country’s transport ambitions and its long-standing effort to connect major cities, economic zones, and future growth corridors more seamlessly. Etihad Rail announced that passenger services will kick off on June 30, with the initial…
A new venture called Origin Assets, backed by Reef Origin, Xange.com, and NOXXO, aims to simplify financing and trading of climate-aligned assets through tokenisation and blockchain technology, targeting institutional investors worldwide. Three firms, with a combined pipeline worth over $140 billion, have teamed up to bring together their climate, payment, and market infrastructure into a new venture based in Abu Dhabi. The goal? To make financing and trading climate-aligned assets a lot easier , or at least that’s the plan. This project is called Origin Assets. It was announced during Climate Week London on 24 June , a joint effort…
The UAE cement market is set for robust growth over the next decade, driven by infrastructure projects and urban expansion, but increasingly shaped by sustainability and technological innovation as producers seek to balance demand with environmental targets. The UAE cement market is looking set for ongoing growth over the next ten years, but honestly, the story is increasingly about more than just increasing quantities. The landscape is now heavily influenced by infrastructure investments, housing needs, sustainability rules, and the push for producers to modernise their operations. Based on a market report supplied by Vocal Media and research referenced by IMARC…
The United Arab Emirates leverages its recent engagement with BRICS to promote smart grid technology, sustainable hydrogen value chains, and digital energy systems, signalling a strategic shift towards global energy influence and innovation. The United Arab Emirates has used its most recent engagement with BRICS on energy to highlight a…
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…
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…
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…
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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…
At Expo City Dubai, a newly planted pocket forest using native species and smart monitoring exemplifies innovative ecological restoration tailored for arid environments, offering a scalable blueprint for sustainable urban landscapes. At Expo City Dubai, there’s a small stand of trees that’s doing more than just softening the skyline. Terra’s new pocket forest is being presented as a practical example of how desert cities can blend biodiversity, cooling, and educational elements into one public space. The project draws inspiration from the Miyawaki method, a planting approach that uses densely packed native species to promote rapid growth and create a multi-layered…
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Twelve Emirati companies have been recognised among the world’s top environmentally sustainable businesses for 2026 by Newsweek, highlighting the country’s growing role in global ESG efforts and operational transparency. Newsweek has named twelve Emirati companies among the world’s top environmentally sustainable businesses for 2026, putting the UAE alongside a small handpicked group of markets in a ranking designed to identify firms with relatively low environmental impacts and a stronger emphasis on transparency. The list, assembled with research backing from the Just Impact Foundation and Plant-A Insights Group, includes 850 businesses spread across 28 countries. According to the methodology published with…
The UAE’s Ministry of Climate Change and Environment marks World Environment Day by mobilising communities through hands-on initiatives, emphasising collective responsibility in climate action and environmental protection. The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment chose World Environment Day as a chance to spread a message, one that perhaps isn’t new, but definitely growing in importance. Basically, they’re saying that protecting the environment in the UAE isn’t just some niche policy or a distant goal; it’s something that everyone has a duty to take part in, starting right where they live. During various activities linked with the June 5th occasion, the…
Registration opens for WETEX 2026, the region’s premier water, energy, and environment exhibition, as Dubai cements its status as a global hub for green innovation and climate-tech solutions, with a focus on decarbonisation, digital transformation, and sustainable urban development. Dubai Electricity and Water Authority has kicked off the registration process for the 28th edition of WETEX, the Water, Energy, Technology and Environment Exhibition, which is scheduled to take place from October 20 to 22, 2026, at Dubai World Trade Centre. This annual event has really established itself as one of the most significant trade shows in the region for clean…
First Abu Dhabi Bank has partnered with Water.org and WaterEquity to fund microloans for water and sanitation improvements across emerging markets, marking a significant shift in Gulf climate and development finance strategies. First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) has taken a further step into water finance, forging a strategic partnership that links one of the UAE’s biggest lenders with Water.org and its impact investing wing, WaterEquity. The aim? To broaden access to safe water and sanitation across emerging markets. According to the announcement, FAB has committed funds to the WaterEquity Everspring Fund, this is a vehicle designed to channel capital via…
Abu Dhabi aims to reduce power sector emissions intensity by 75% by 2035, integrating digital innovation and renewable energy to ensure sustainable growth amid mounting climate pressures. Abu Dhabi is stepping up its climate ambitions, aiming to cut emissions intensity in its power sector by about 75% come 2035. The emirate is increasingly leaning into renewable energy, digital innovation, and tighter management of resources to get there. Dr. Abdulla Humaid Saif Al Jarwan, who heads up the Abu Dhabi Department of Energy, highlighted that environmental sustainability isn’t just a side policy anymore , it’s become central to long-term development. In…
BILDCO and Wujod are teaming up to develop a 10-million-square-metre, eco-friendly city in Abu Dhabi, aiming to revolutionise urban living with a focus on sustainability, wellness, and community resilience. BILDCO and Wujod Real Estate Development are teaming up to create a large-scale, sustainable city project in Abu Dhabi, and honestly, it’s a pretty exciting move that adds some fresh energy to the emirate’s push for modern, low-density urban living built with the future in mind. From what the companies have announced, the project will kick off with roughly 10 million square metres of land and an initial investment of Dh2…
Abu Dhabi’s flagship tech ecosystem selects its most international cohort yet, with 27 startups from across the globe aiming to scale with the support of Hub71’s expanding programme and growth infrastructure. Hub71 has broadening its international scope quite a bit with the selection of 27 startups for Cohort 18 of its Access Programme, after a record-breaking 2,453 applications from 112 different countries. This intake really marks a notable shift for Abu Dhabi’s flagship tech ecosystem: for the first time ever, every company picked is based outside the UAE. That detail , well, at least to me , really emphasises how…
Building on their renewable energy collaborations, the UAE and Azerbaijan are progressing towards integrating hydrogen into their shared low-carbon strategy, signalling a new phase in their energy alliance. Hydrogen might well become the next significant step in the UAE-Azerbaijan energy partnership, building upon their already growing alliance in solar technology and broader low-carbon solutions, according to UAE political scientist Salem Alketbi. He shared his insights during AZERTAC’s programme, “Azerbaijan and the World”. His perspective reflects a relationship that’s been steadily broadening, moving from broad diplomatic engagement into more concrete clean-energy cooperation. Over recent years, Abu Dhabi and Baku have moved…
The UAE has expanded its long-term residency options by launching the Blue Visa, a renewable 10-year permit aimed at leading figures in environmental science, sustainability investment, and climate innovation, signalling a strategic push to position itself as a global hub for eco-friendly expertise and green investment. The UAE is broadening its options for long-term residency by extending the Blue Visa to individuals involved in sustainability, climate science, and environmental protection. This new route now joins the country’s more well-known Golden and Green visas. According to the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security, this scheme offers a renewable…
On World Environment Day, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority highlights ambitious renewable energy initiatives, including the world’s largest single-site solar farm and the region’s first green hydrogen project, signalling a rapid shift towards a lower-carbon economy by 2030. Dubai Electricity and Water Authority used World Environment Day as a chance to highlight just how far its programme for clean energy has come , showcasing a broad set of projects that, they say, are helping Dubai edge closer to a lower-carbon economy. This annual event, held this year on June 5th under the theme “Now For Climate”, gave DEWA the perfect…
