9:54 am - October 17, 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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ENEOS Xplora, Sumitomo Corporation and 44.01 have signed an MOU to develop scalable CO2 mineralisation in igneous rocks, targeting 2030 to pioneer new regional storage solutions and accelerate global decarbonisation efforts. ENEOS Xplora, Sumitomo Corporation, and 44.01 have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to collaborate on a demonstration project for carbon mineralization, with a focus on the Middle East. The goal? To develop a process by 2030 that effectively traps CO2 in igneous rock formations, according to Carbon Herald. Basically, this agreement formalizes a step forward, building on existing partnerships, that link Japan’s trading and energy sectors with Gulf-based…
A new autonomous device developed by DEWA shows potential in reducing dust-related energy losses for PV systems, marking a significant step towards smarter maintenance in arid climates. Dubai , A new automated device crafted by the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has demonstrated some promising results in helping maintain photovoltaic (PV) output, especially in dusty environments. This is a real challenge for solar projects not just in the UAE but pretty much anywhere with dry, sandy climates. From what DEWA reports, their Autonomous Soiling Detector managed to cut down energy losses, caused by dust buildup, by roughly 10% during…
EMSTEEL and ENEC have partnered to use nuclear-generated Clean Energy Certificates, marking a significant step in the UAE’s efforts to achieve industrial decarbonisation and strengthen its sustainable manufacturing ambitions. EMSTEEL Group has announced a major step towards decarbonizing the steel industry in the UAE by acquiring nuclear-generated Clean Energy Certificates through Abu Dhabi’s Clean Energy Certificates Programme. According to the statement, these certificates are issued under the I-REC Standard and overseen by Emirates Water & Electricity Company (EWEC). The deal, negotiated with Emirates Nuclear Energy Company (ENEC), marks an early industrial-scale use of nuclear power to cut Scope 2 emissions…
Jumeirah has launched the Eco Village at Madinat Jumeirah, an interactive hub showcasing its environmental initiatives through biodiversity, waste reduction, and ocean protection, aiming to inspire guests and communities towards sustainable practices. Jumeirah has launched a permanent sustainability showcase at Madinat Jumeirah, called Jumeirah Eco Village, designed to serve as an engaging destination that helps translate the group’s environmental commitments into hands-on experiences for both guests and the local community. According to Travel Trade Journal, this site offers a thoughtfully curated journey through Jumeirah’s efforts on biodiversity, food security, waste reduction, and ocean stewardship. The approach uses storytelling and interactive…
The Environment Agency Abu Dhabi has successfully tested a new AI-powered satellite system that significantly improves detection of illegal waste dumping sites, marking a shift towards smarter, more efficient environmental governance. The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) has recently tested out a new system that combines artificial intelligence and satellite imagery, aiming to spot illegal waste dumping sites. Officials suggest that this approach could truly redefine how environmental monitoring is carried out across the emirate. This pilot project took place in Al Buqairiyah, in the Al Ain region, where AI models analyzed satellite images to automatically identify potential waste…
Dubai’s Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park has surpassed 3,860 MW in installed capacity, setting global records and accelerating towards over 8,000 MW by 2030 with expanded capacity and innovative storage solutions, reinforcing its position as a leader in clean energy innovation. The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park, which stands out as a flagship project in Dubai’s push toward cleaner energy, hit a fresh milestone in 2025 as authorities ramp up their plans to reshape the emirate’s power mix. According to Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), the total installed capacity of the park increased to 3,860…
Dubai’s used EV market saw a 41% increase in listings in 2025, driven by infrastructure expansion, government incentives, and shifting consumer preferences towards long-range, tech-enabled models amid supportive policies and growing charging networks. Dubai’s used electric vehicle (EV) market really took a big step forward in 2025, according to dubizzle’s Annual Pre-Owned Electric Car Market Report for that year. The report highlights a noticeable 41% increase in used EV listings compared to the year before, which industry watchers say reflects both a rise in supply and a growing interest from buyers. The surge in listings lines up with strong registration…
TAQA and EWEC have secured AED3.6 billion in record time to develop a gas-fired power plant pivotal to the UAE’s digital and renewable energy ambitions, supporting data centres and enabling a transition to sustainable power. Abu Dhabi’s TAQA and the Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC) have successfully reached financial close on the AED3.6 billion (roughly $980 million) Al Dhafra power plant , a gas-fired facility with a capacity of 1 gigawatt. This project is mainly aimed at supplying electricity to the rapidly growing data center sector in the UAE and also supports the country’s broader ambition under the UAE…
ADNOC has announced a $2 billion green financing facility backed by K-SURE, marking its first collaboration with a Korean export credit agency to fund lower-carbon energy projects amid rising international support for sustainable energy investments. ADNOC has secured a $2 billion (which is roughly AED 7.34 billion) green financing facility backed by the Korea Trade Insurance Corporation, also known as K-SURE, to fund projects aimed at lowering carbon emissions across its operations. The company made this announcement during His Excellency Dr. Sultan Al Jaber’s visit to South Korea, where he had the chance to meet Mr. Youngjin Jang, who is…
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…
