8:45 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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Hamad Ali Mohammed Al Kaabi, a seasoned diplomat with extensive experience in nuclear policy and international cooperation, steps into the role of director-general at the UAE’s Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation, signalling a move towards stability and global credibility in the country’s nuclear programme. The UAE has recently appointed Hamad Ali Mohammed Al Kaabi as the new director-general of the Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation (FANR). This move puts quite possibly one of the country’s most seasoned nuclear diplomats, at the forefront of its main nuclear oversight body. In accordance with a federal decree issued by UAE President His Highness…
Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) hosts a pivotal forum to demystify ESG requirements for businesses, unveiling new partnerships to integrate sustainability into daily operations amid regional shifts towards cleaner industry practices. Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) has really stepped up its efforts in promoting sustainability, especially by organising a forum aimed at making environmental, social, and governance (ESG) requirements feel less like an abstract concept and more practical for businesses to implement daily. Honestly, the event, called “ESG Simplified – What’s Mandatory, What’s Smart, and What Comes Next,” drew together company leaders, specialists in sustainability, and policymakers to…
The UAE Food Bank and DP World Foundation launch ‘Sustainable Goodness’, transforming abandoned port shipments into meals for those in need, aligning waste reduction with humanitarian efforts at Jebel Ali Port. The UAE Food Bank, along with the DP World Foundation, has rolled out a new programme aimed at turning abandoned food shipments into meals for those in need. It’s a clever move that ties waste reduction directly to humanitarian efforts , particularly at one of the region’s busiest logistics gateways, Jebel Ali Port. This initiative, which they’ve christened “Sustainable Goodness”, was unveiled in Dubai with collaborations from Dubai Municipality,…
The United Arab Emirates secures a top 10 position in the 2026 Chandler Good Government Index, underscoring its effective, innovative, and future-ready governance model recognised worldwide. The United Arab Emirates has, once again, established itself among the world’s most closely observed examples of government efficiency, earning a spot in the top 10 of the 2026 Chandler Good Government Index. For a nation that has built much of its modern identity on traits like speed, coordination, and long-term planning, this isn’t just a symbolic achievement. No, it signals yet again that the UAE’s administrative model is being recognised internationally as one…
The Environment Agency of Abu Dhabi is launching a programme to tag and monitor 100,000 native trees with QR codes, aiming to protect vital species and bolster environmental management amid rapid development and climate challenges. Abu Dhabi has started attaching digital identities to its native trees, turning what was once a straightforward conservation project into a broader statement about how the emirate plans to manage its natural landscape in this warming, scarce-resource environment with rapid development sweeping across the region. The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi has rolled out a programme to tag and document 100,000 indigenous trees throughout the…
Saudi Arabia’s rapid expansion into renewables, driven by Vision 2030, is reshaping the Gulf’s clean energy scene, challenging the UAE’s dominance and pushing the region towards industrialised green energy ecosystems amid technical and infrastructural hurdles. Saudi Arabia’s swift expansion into renewables has definitely shaken up the Gulf’s clean energy scene. It’s nudged the United Arab Emirates into second place after years where Abu Dhabi was pretty much setting the pace regionally. That shift really reflects a broader change in how the Gulf Cooperation Council countries are approaching their energy policies , no longer just about climate goals but also about…
Rafael Grossi of the IAEA highlights the UAE’s successful development of a safe, transparent nuclear programme, emphasising its strategic importance amid rising global energy demands and regional security considerations. Rafael Mariano Grossi, who is the Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (or IAEA, as some might call it), has given some pretty positive remarks about the UAE’s efforts in building a nuclear programme focused on peace. He made sure to highlight that safety, openness, and working together on an international level are emphasised at the centre of their approach. During a formal visit to the UAE , which…
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) opens applications for its 2026-2027 Academic Scholarship Programme, aiming to develop Emirati talent in emerging transport technologies and support the city’s smart mobility ambitions. Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has opened up applications for its Academic Scholarship Programme for the upcoming 2026-2027 academic year. This initiative is part of a long-standing effort to develop Emirati expertise in technical fields that are closely linked to the future of transportation. The programme targets talented Emirati high-school graduates, as well as current university students, offering places in specialised majors that support Dubai’s move towards smarter and…
Dubai-based Inmā Emirates Holdings has opened applications for a global grant programme targeting private-sector ventures with proven technologies in climate resilience, agriculture, and energy, emphasising measurable impact and scalability in real-world conditions. Inmā Emirates Holdings, a Dubai-based platform founded by Sheikh Ahmed Dalmook Al Maktoum, has recently opened up applications for a global grant programme. This initiative is targeted at ventures working in areas like climate resilience, agriculture, energy access, and environmental adaptation. The programme is being positioned as a way to support companies that have already moved beyond the initial experimentation phase and can showcase that their technologies are…
The UAE has initiated Naseej, a national programme aimed at reducing textile waste through circular economy principles, engaging policy, industry, and the public in a comprehensive sustainability effort amid rising consumption and pollution concerns. The UAE has recently kicked off a new national effort aimed at tackling a problem that’s been growing, but often tends to fly under the radar , namely, the amount of clothing and other textiles ending up as waste each year. According to the state news agency, Wam, the country produces roughly 220,000 tonnes of textile waste annually. This figure, quite significant in itself, has actually…
