2:38 pm - October 16, 2026Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has begun a four-week Dubai autonomous transit trial at Bluewaters, testing driverless electric pods on a dedicated guideway that could shape future clean mobility links across the emirate. Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced on 11 October the start of a four-week trial of…
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority will host the emirate’s first Dubai electric vehicle exhibition and conference from 10 to 12 November, with more than 300 participants and 10,000 visitors expected at the trade centre. Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced on 4 October that it will organise the inaugural…
Holcim UAE and 44.01 have formally commissioned the UAE’s first industrial Fujairah carbon capture pilot, which stores cement plant CO2 in underground rock and gives heavy industry a working template for Net Zero 2050. Holcim UAE and carbon storage company 44.01 officially commissioned the UAE’s first live-condition carbon capture and…
The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi has introduced mandatory emissions verification rules requiring high-emitting facilities to register, report and use accredited verifiers under a new digital tracking system. The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) has issued a resolution making emissions verification compulsory for facilities in the emirate’s highest-emitting sectors,…
UAE green sukuk issuance fell to zero in the first half of 2026, Moody’s said, down from 1.7 billion US dollars a year earlier, as GCC issuers pulled back and awaited a second-half recovery. UAE green sukuk issuance dropped to zero in the first half of 2026, according to a…
Emirates Water and Electricity Company projects Abu Dhabi carbon emissions falling by more than 45% by 2035, as solar capacity expands to over 35 gigawatts and battery storage reaches up to 15 gigawatts. Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC) announced on 21 September a forecast cut in Abu Dhabi carbon…
Nasdaq-listed Beam Global has signed a memorandum of understanding with Masdar City Free Zone to bring off-grid EV charging and energy storage technology into the Masdar City ecosystem in Abu Dhabi. Beam Global (Nasdaq: BEEM) and its regional arm, Beam Middle East, have signed a memorandum of understanding with Masdar…
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Abu Dhabi solar capacity is set to expand by 3GW a year, the emirate’s energy chief says, as its clean energy share hits 47% and desalination shifts to reverse osmosis by 2035. Abu Dhabi’s Department of Energy has set out plans to add 3GW of solar capacity a year, backed by round-the-clock battery storage, as part of a decade-long shift that has already lifted the emirate’s clean energy share, including nuclear, from 1% to 47%. In a 17 September interview, department chairman Abdulla Humaid Al Jarwan said the emirate would keep expanding Abu Dhabi solar capacity while pushing almost all…
Emirates Biotech and United Arab Emirates University have opened a pilot plant near Al Ain that converts food waste to biogas and compost, testing whether packaging waste can be processed alongside it too. Emirates Biotech and United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) have launched a joint pilot project to convert food waste to biogas and compost at what they describe as the UAE’s first integrated organic-waste valorisation plant. Sited near UAEU’s Al Ain campus, the plant will process up to 40kg of organic waste a day. The partnership was launched at UAEU with value-chain stakeholders including the Emirates Environmental Group, Hotpack,…
Dubai Municipality has launched an Existing Buildings Greening Guide, giving owners, operators and investors a practical framework for green building retrofits that cut energy and water use and emissions. Dubai Municipality has launched an Existing Buildings Greening Guide across the emirate on 16 September, giving building owners, operators, consultants and investors a practical roadmap for green building retrofits that improve environmental and operational performance. The civic body said the guide supports its wider objectives for sustainable urban development and a better quality of life across Dubai. The guide sets out best practice for green building retrofits while balancing sustainability requirements…
The Mohamed bin Zayed Water Initiative has signed a two-year partnership with the World Economic Forum to accelerate UAE water innovation and connect solutions with the financing and markets needed to scale them. The Mohamed bin Zayed Water Initiative announced on 15 September that it has signed a partnership agreement with the World Economic Forum to speed the adoption and deployment of practical water solutions, extending the Abu Dhabi initiative’s reach into the global water innovation ecosystem. The agreement runs for two years, through September 2028, and centres on closing a persistent gap between promising water technologies and the financing,…
Khalifa University has launched a UNESCO Chair on Global Water Resilience, uniting research, policy and industry to strengthen UAE water security ahead of the UN Water Conference in Abu Dhabi this December. Khalifa University has established the UNESCO Chair on Global Water Resilience, Innovation and Sustainable Solutions, a UAE-anchored platform intended to connect scientific research with policy and industry on water treatment, desalination, wastewater reuse and governance. The university announced the Chair on 30 June, framing it as a direct contribution to UAE water security ahead of the 2026 UN Water Conference, which the UAE co-hosts with Senegal in Abu…
Energy Minister Suhail Al Mazrouei told WAM the UAE has lifted its combined nuclear and renewables target to 35% by 2030-2031, saying new plants and private competition will deliver it.
The Abu Dhabi Fund for Development wants to mobilise $2bn by 2030 through its Global Water Platform, half of it the Fund’s own money, to reach 10 million people with safe water. The Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) has named the Abu Dhabi Global Water Platform as the main…
Hub71’s renewed Initiate programme draws over 5,500 applications, highlighting growing demand for structured early-stage startup support in Abu Dhabi, with new ventures like Prism56 exemplifying regional innovation and AI adoption. Hub71 is expanding its Initiate programme after attracting over 5,500 applications from founders in the very early stages of building…
Researchers at United Arab Emirates University have created a sustainable catalyst using desert sand, biochar from date pits, and nickel, offering a local solution for clean-energy technologies and resource efficiency. Researchers over at United Arab Emirates University have come up with a pretty interesting green catalyst. It’s made from desert…
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Startups in Abu Dhabi’s Hub71 ecosystem have raised more than $2.7bn since 2019, with its ClimateTech vertical part of a specialist strategy as the emirate works to diversify its economy. Startups based at Hub71, Abu Dhabi’s government-backed technology ecosystem, have raised more than $2.7bn (AED 9.9bn) since the platform opened in 2019, according to figures published on 8 June in the hub’s 2025 Impact Report. The same companies generated $1.5bn (AED 5.4bn) in revenue over the period. The totals mark a milestone in the emirate’s drive to build a diversified, innovation-led economy. The figures point to a startup base with…
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 Duqm, which really highlights just how crucial water infrastructure has become for the region’s emerging low-carbon heavy industry sector. The Centralised Utilities Company for the Special Economic Zone at Duqm will handle the financing and development of this facility, and it’s meant to serve Meranti Green Steel’s upcoming iron project,…
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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…
The UAE’s comprehensive food security strategy is embracing cutting-edge technologies, innovative awards, and sustainable farming practices to transform its food system into a resilient, self-sufficient network by 2051. Innovation has really become a core part of the UAE’s food security plans, with policymakers seeing the issue not just as an economic thing but as a matter of national resilience. That message is consistent throughout the country’s long-term strategy to create a safer, more productive, and less wasteful food system, while also lowering reliance on imports. At the center of all this is the UAE’s National Food Security Strategy 2051, which…
