1:58 am - September 1, 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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Vallourec and Geostock deepen their collaboration to fast-track innovative underground and modular storage options for hydrogen and carbon capture projects, aiming to support the transition to low-carbon energy in key markets like the UAE. Vallourec and Geostock have really boosted their strategic partnership, aiming to speed up underground hydrogen storage and carbon capture, utilisation, and storage (CCUS) solutions. The partnership pairs Vallourec’s recently certified Delphy vertical storage system with Geostock’s know-how in engineered subsurface caverns, creating a combined offering that caters to everything from small-scale to very large hydrogen storage needs. According to Vallourec, Delphy is a ready-to-use, vertical setup…
Abu Dhabi’s Masdar City and Yas Holding’s Taraf reveal plans for Fay Hills, a 153-acre sustainable residential development emphasising walkability, greenery, and human-centred design, marking a new chapter in low-carbon urban living. Abu Dhabi’s Masdar City and Taraf , which is the real estate division of Yas Holding , have announced they’re teaming up on a new project called Fay Hills. It’s a pretty substantial residential development, covering around 153 acres, and it’s being built with a focus on sustainability, well-being, and truly human-centered design. According to the announcement, the plan is to weave Fay Hills into the existing low-carbon…
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has unveiled the CleanTech Alliance, a new platform designed to fast-track innovation and deployment of clean energy solutions in line with Dubai’s target to achieve net zero emissions by 2050. Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has rolled out the CleanTech Alliance, a new platform aiming to speed up the development and commercialization of clean energy and sustainability innovations. This initiative aligns with Dubai’s clear goal to reach net zero emissions by 2050. As detailed by the Dubai Media Office, the alliance, launched through DEWA’s Sustainability and Innovation Centre, serves as a showcase for…
XPeng opens a flagship showroom in Abu Dhabi, signalling its commitment to a software-first, sustainable mobility strategy in the Gulf, with plans for expansion and enhanced aftersales support in the pipeline. XPeng UAE has recently opened a flagship showroom in Abu Dhabi, marking its first year in the Emirates and deepening its efforts within a market that regional analysts say is accelerating toward cleaner, software-driven mobility solutions. According to DubiCars, the new showroom, located in Al Salam Tower and operated in partnership with Ali & Sons, is designed to be a premium, digitally focused space. Visitors are greeted with interactive…
Researchers at UAE University have developed a novel, low-energy process that converts industrial carbide slag into stable calcium carbonate at room temperature, offering a potentially permanent solution for carbon sequestration as part of the UAE’s net-zero ambitions. The United Arab Emirates has made headlines by identifying what scientists are calling a novel, low-energy pathway for permanently removing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. Essentially, they’ve figured out a way to turn industrial waste into a stable mineral form that traps the CO2. According to a report from Ean Libya, a team at United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) managed to secure a…
Abu Dhabi has introduced an AI-enabled Smart Meter Project to optimise water use across farms, aiming to enhance water and food security through digital innovation and real-time analytics while preparing for large-scale adoption. Abu Dhabi has recently taken a step towards digitizing how farms manage water by launching an AI-enabled initiative called the Smart Meter Project. Officials described this move as a practical measure aimed at bolstering the emirate’s water and food security. As reported by Al Etihad, the Abu Dhabi Department of Energy, working together with the Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA), revealed this plan in…
President Ilham Aliyev’s recent visit to the UAE highlights the rapid deepening of bilateral ties, with significant progress in trade, green energy, and cultural exchanges signalling a new phase of strategic cooperation between Baku and Abu Dhabi. President Ilham Aliyev’s two-day visit to the United Arab Emirates on December 16–17, 2025, really highlighted how quickly the relationship between Baku and Abu Dhabi is expanding. What initially started out as standard diplomatic talks about energy has, in just over ten years, blossomed into a multi-faceted strategic partnership that now covers trade, investments, green energy initiatives, culture, and digital innovation. As per…
South Korea announces bold plans to cut greenhouse gases by 40% by 2030, including expanding renewables, upgrading the grid, and reforming energy markets amid industry and environmental debates. On the 17th, Kim Sung-hwan, the Minister of Climate, Energy, and Environment, held a briefing at the Sejong Government Convention Center and openly announced that the government would start in earnest to implement its 2030 national greenhouse gas reduction target (NDC). The government, in this plan, committed to cutting greenhouse gas emissions by 40% relative to 2018 levels by 2030. They also plan to shift the power generation system mainly towards renewable…
Abu Dhabi’s Madar Al-Sa‘a project is set to become the world’s first gigascale, round-the-clock renewable energy facility, combining a 5.2 GW solar plant with a 19 GWh battery storage system to provide reliable, continuous clean power by 2027. When Masdar and the Emirates Water and Electricity Company (or EWEC, if you prefer) started laying out the “Madar Al-Sa‘a” project in Abu Dhabi, they weren’t just breaking ground on a typical infrastructure site. According to official announcements from Masdar and reports from regional media outlets, this development is being positioned as the world’s first gigascale, round-the-clock renewable energy facility. What does…
The upcoming Carbon Forward Middle East 2026 in Abu Dhabi is set to solidify the Gulf region’s role in regional and international carbon trading, coinciding with key sustainability events and attracting high-level policymakers and investors. Carbon Forward Middle East 2026 is set to take place in Abu Dhabi from January 14th to 15th, forming part of a broader week full of sustainability-focused events, organizers revealed. This move underscores a clear push to position the Gulf region as a significant hub for regional carbon trading. According to announcements from Famagusta Gazette and those behind the event, Carbon Forward Middle East 2026…
