9:11 pm - August 31, 2026Abu Dhabi’s Masdar has renewed a five-year $300m revolving credit facility with a syndicate of 25 international banks, reinforcing liquidity as it pushes towards 100GW of renewable capacity by 2030. Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company (Masdar) has renewed its five-year $300m revolving credit facility with a syndicate of 25 international…
Tadweer Group has launched the second edition of its Our Sustainable Farms initiative with five government partners, extending agricultural waste guidance to farms across Abu Dhabi, Al Ain and Al Dhafra. Tadweer Group has launched the second edition of its Our Sustainable Farms initiative, extending agricultural waste management support to…
An Abu Dhabi Chamber report projects the UAE will have among the world’s lowest hydrogen and ammonia production costs by 2030, with Abu Dhabi targeting 1.4 million tonnes of low-carbon hydrogen a year by 2031. The UAE is on track to have among the world’s lowest hydrogen and ammonia production…
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…
Expo City Dubai has begun issuing the UAE’s inaugural Green Licences, setting a new standard for sustainability-driven businesses within the country’s Green Innovation District, and signalling a strategic shift towards green economic growth. Expo City Dubai has started issuing the UAE’s very first Green Licences, marking a notable milestone. Six…
Abu Dhabi is launching a pioneering initiative to scatter 10 million native seeds across its arid landscapes, aiming to combat land degradation, boost biodiversity, and demonstrate regional leadership in ecological rehabilitation amidst climate challenges. Abu Dhabi is gearing up for what’s arguably one of the most ambitious desert restoration projects…
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority is expanding the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park beyond 8,000 MW and adding storage and hydropower, pushing clean energy towards 36% of the emirate’s mix by 2030. Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) expects the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park to…
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Abu Dhabi’s Masdar has closed a $5.1bn debt package for a $6.1bn solar-and-storage plant with the Emirates Water and Electricity Company, setting a financing benchmark for uninterrupted clean power. Masdar has reached financial close on its $6.1bn round-the-clock clean energy project in Abu Dhabi, raising $5.1bn in debt from a consortium of international and local banks. The company confirmed the milestone in a statement on 13 July, as reported by The National. Masdar is funding $1bn of equity, with the remaining $5.1bn provided by 13 international and local banks. It is developing the plant with the Emirates Water and Electricity…
Tadweer Group aims to revolutionise Abu Dhabi’s waste system with a comprehensive plan including waste-to-energy, material recovery, digital tracking, and community involvement, targeting an 80% diversion rate from landfills by 2031. Tadweer Group is really making moves to implement a far more ambitious waste management system in Abu Dhabi. They’ve announced an aim to divert a massive 80% of waste away from landfills by 2031, as part of a broader push towards creating a circular economy. Quite an impressive goal, don’t you think? The target, as explained by Ahmed Al Kayyoomi, who’s Tadweer’s executive director of strategy and business performance,…
Abu Dhabi’s Estidama initiative integrates environmental standards with cultural and regional considerations, leveraging digital tools to promote resilient, sustainable urban growth in the face of climate challenges. Estidama, the Arabic word meaning sustainability, has really become one of Abu Dhabi’s most distinctive ideas in urban planning. It was created as part of the emirate’s long-term growth strategy, with a straightforward yet ambitious goal: to support development that enhances quality of life without sacrificing its environmental or cultural identity. The initiative was introduced by Abu Dhabi’s urban planning authorities in order to align growth with the broader economic vision for 2030.…
The 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 a natural gas connection project in Dibba Al Hisn, marking yet another step in the emirate’s ongoing efforts to expand access to cleaner energy infrastructure. Based on reports from Gulf News and Sharjah24, the project cost around AED35 million, roughly equivalent to $9.5 million, and was aimed at bringing natural…
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 a reminder that there’s still quite a bit of work to do ahead. H.E. Eng Ahmed Mohammed Al Rumaithi, Undersecretary of the Abu Dhabi Department of Energy, said the anniversary really reflects the core principles on which the country was built, as well as the responsibility to turn that legacy…
The UAE is increasingly integrating science and innovation into its long-term development strategy, with major investments in space exploration, AI infrastructure, and climate technology positioning it as a rising global technological power. From the moment the federation was established, the UAE has viewed science and innovation not just as side…
JA Solar has begun delivering photovoltaic modules for Masdar’s ambitious 24/7 clean energy project in Abu Dhabi, marking a significant step towards creating a reliable, continuous renewable power supply supported by massive storage and new technology integration. JA Solar has started sending photovoltaic modules to Masdar’s flagship 24/7 renewable energy…
Dubai’s Bustanica farm exemplifies innovative, data-driven indoor agriculture, showcasing how the Gulf is rethinking food production amidst a hotter, drier future by utilising AI, hydroponics, and energy-efficient infrastructure. Dubai’s Bustanica farm has become one of the clearest examples of how the Gulf is rethinking food production for a hotter, drier…
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…
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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 UAE. This move really shows how the country’s charging and servicing network is feeling the heat , or, well, the pressure , to keep pace with the rapid rise in EV adoption. The plan is to offer speedy EV maintenance through AutoPro, ENOC’s established vehicle service network, at four selected…
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 –…
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Abu Dhabi marks a significant milestone in its climate strategy with the successful implementation of a mandatory emissions measurement system, covering 80% of primary sources and paving the way for accelerated decarbonisation efforts. Abu Dhabi has wrapped up its first year of implementing a mandatory system for measuring, reporting, and verifying carbon emissions, something the emirate claims will boost its credentials in the green economy and attract more sustainable investments. The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) announced that this initiative, which kicked off in December 2024, has already brought a large chunk of industrial activity under a unified emissions…
Abu Dhabi is set to expand its autonomous mobility initiatives with a new partnership between K2 and WeRide, aiming to introduce driverless buses as part of its broader smart city strategy, backed by evolving regulatory and operational milestones. Abu Dhabi seems to be pushing even further into the realm of autonomous public transportation. Recently, K2 and WeRide signed a memorandum of understanding during UMEX 2026, aiming to introduce driverless buses in the emirate. This agreement, which has backing from both the Smart and Autonomous Systems Council and the Integrated Transport Centre, aims to run trial programs and eventually commercialize Level…
Dubai-based startup GrowCarbon launches an AI-powered platform that creates digital twins of trees and neighbourhoods, offering continuous, sensor-free environmental data to support climate goals and urban sustainability initiatives across the Middle East. GrowCarbon, a start-up based out of Dubai focusing on environmental intelligence, has rolled out a new AI-powered platform in the Middle East. The company claims that this system provides ongoing measurement and verification of trees, air quality, and carbon assets across urban areas. As reported by Zawya, the platform combines satellite images, street-level photos, land-use data, and traffic information to create digital replicas, or “twins”, of individual trees…
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…
The UAE’s latest funding cycle marks a shift towards fundamental, validated scientific approaches in rain enhancement, integrating AI, nanotechnology, and environmental considerations to address water scarcity. The UAE has stepped up its investment in rain enhancement science, handing out generous multi-year grants aimed at turning promising ideas, initially developed through computer models, into practical tools that could help bolster water security in dry areas. The sixth round of funding for the UAE Research Program for Rain Enhancement Science (UAEREP) will back selected projects with up to US$1.5 million over three years, with each project able to claim a maximum of…
The emirate unveils a bold, multi-sector plan to embed sustainability into its economy and environment, promising economic growth alongside environmental preservation by 2050. Ras Al Khaimah has laid out an ambitious, long-term plan to weave sustainability throughout its economy and natural environment, launching what’s called the Ras Al Khaimah Integrated Sustainability (RIS) Strategy 2050. Basically, the plan expands on the emirate’s earlier focus on energy by adopting a multi-sector approach aimed at securing reliable energy and water supplies, cutting emissions, and safeguarding both land and marine ecosystems. Andrea Di Gregorio, who serves as the Executive Director for the Sustainable Energy…
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (Adnoc) has risen into the top 100 most valuable global brands, driven by technological innovation, diversification, and international expansion, signalling a transformative shift amid ongoing climate debates. The rise of Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) onto Brand Finance’s list of the top 100 most valuable global brands marks a significant shift in how Gulf energy firms are perceived. According to the firm, ADNOC’s brand value increased by about 11% year-over-year, reaching roughly US$21.13 billion in 2026. This growth , which has soared over 350% since 2017 , highlights a remarkable trajectory. In fact, Brand…
Titan Lithium Industries secures a multi-year deal with Mercedes-Benz to supply battery-grade lithium, marking a significant step for the UAE’s industrial diversification and responsible sourcing in the rapidly evolving EV battery market. Titan Lithium Industries Ltd has been chosen as a long-term supplier of battery-grade lithium to Mercedes-Benz AG, under a multi-year agreement valued at over $300 million USD. Reports from Gulf Today and other regional business outlets indicate that this deal positions the UAE-based producer within Mercedes-Benz’s global network for battery materials. It’s expected that commercial deliveries will begin around 2028, though that’s subject to the usual conditions. This…
Holcim has expanded its commitment to sustainability by joining the Alliance for Industry Decarbonization, signalling a strategic move to influence policy and accelerate low-carbon initiatives across heavy industry in the UAE and beyond. Holcim’s operations in the UAE have gone a step further than just cutting emissions at their factories , they’ve recently joined the Alliance for Industry Decarbonization, a government-led group organized by the International Renewable Energy Agency. This partnership, officially announced during Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week in January 2026, puts the building materials giant in a position to influence policy, investments, and technological advancements that will guide the…
Masdar and ENGIE secure funding for the 1.5GW Khazna Solar PV project, set to power 160,000 homes and cut 2.4 million tonnes of CO₂ annually, signalling a significant milestone in the UAE’s green energy ambitions. Masdar and ENGIE announced that they’ve reached financial close for the 1.5 gigawatt (GW) Khazna Solar Photovoltaic (PV) independent power project. This is a pretty big step forward for one of Abu Dhabi’s largest planned utility-scale renewable energy assets. The project company, which is jointly owned by Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company (Masdar) and ENGIE on a 60:40 split, managed to secure funding from seven…
