5:40 pm - July 17, 2026The 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…
Naseej advances its mission to create a sustainable textile sector in the UAE through 14 strategic collaborations spanning public and private sectors, aiming to develop a comprehensive circular economy model with pilot projects and policy support. Naseej’s drive to develop a circular textile economy in the UAE has now moved…
Positive Zero’s new loan facility marks the first of its kind in the Middle East, signalling increasing confidence in decentralised renewable projects across the GCC as part of the region’s energy transition. Positive Zero has successfully secured a $375 million loan facility, a move that will bolster decentralised energy infrastructure…
As the Abu Dhabi Sustainable Business Leadership Awards celebrate ten years, organisers emphasise their role in fostering meaningful environmental and governance improvements among regional organisations, reflecting a broader shift in sustainability being a key business asset. The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi has opened nominations for the tenth edition of…
The emirate introduces ‘Sharjah Deserves the Best’, a multi-year initiative encouraging residents and businesses to adopt eco-friendly practices, focusing on reducing single-use plastics and promoting reusable alternatives across the emirate. Sharjah has rolled out a fresh, emirate-wide campaign focused on sustainability , kinda aiming to make everyday choices a bit…
The UAE Ministry of Climate Change and Environment has launched the third edition of its ‘Musta’dim’ programme, now integrating marine ecology and food security to inspire young minds and support the nation’s environmental and economic resilience. The UAE Ministry of Climate Change and Environment has now rolled out the third…
DP World’s strategic stake in Hyderabad-based Maithri Aquatech marks a significant step in decentralising water solutions within global supply chains, aiming to enhance water resilience and sustainability across its international operations. DP World has recently taken a strategic stake in Hyderabad-based Maithri Aquatech, setting up pilot trials of atmospheric water…
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The UAE has unveiled the Global Youth Envoys for Water initiative, aiming to empower young leaders from vulnerable regions to influence global water governance ahead of the 2026 UN Water Conference in Abu Dhabi. The UAE has introduced a new initiative aimed at involving younger voices in global water diplomacy, ahead of the 2026 United Nations Water Conference scheduled to take place in Abu Dhabi. This move forms part of the country’s wider effort to connect climate action with international collaboration. Announced by the Arab Youth Centre during the United Nations High-Level Political Forum in New York, the programme called…
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…
The Dubai Future Foundation’s fifth edition of its foresight report emphasises actionable strategies and global collaborations to capitalise on technological and systemic opportunities shaping the future of the UAE and beyond. The Dubai Future Foundation has recently published the fifth edition of its flagship foresight report, broadening its focus on the technologies and systems that might influence future growth patterns in the UAE and beyond. Titled “Future Opportunities: The Global 50”, the report revisits fifty opportunities identified in earlier editions, assessing how much they have advanced. According to the Foundation, this latest version aims to help governments, organisations, and individuals…
Masdar has reached financial close on a landmark $6.1 billion solar and battery storage project in Abu Dhabi, aiming to deliver around-the-clock renewable power and reinforce the UAE’s shift towards sustainable energy. Masdar has officially reached financial close on a massive $6.1 billion solar and battery storage project in Abu Dhabi, paving the way for what it claims will be the world’s first gigascale, around-the-clock renewable power plant. The company has secured about $5.1 billion in funding from a syndicate of 13 international and regional lenders, with an extra $1 billion put in as equity. According to Masdar, this funding…
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 –…
As geological exploration deepens and policy frameworks adapt, the Middle East’s unique geology and regulatory environment position it at the forefront of natural hydrogen development, promising a strategic shift in future energy landscapes. Natural hydrogen is shifting from being just a niche curiosity in geology to becoming a serious point…
Abu Dhabi introduces a comprehensive regulatory framework for testing small autonomous and remotely operated boats, signalling a broader push into aquatic smart mobility and innovation safety. Abu Dhabi has started tightening up its rules for testing small autonomous and remotely operated boats, signalling that the emirate is broadening its smart…
The Abu Dhabi Department of Energy launches a new manual and verification tool aimed at preventing oversized air conditioning systems, potentially saving AED560 million annually and supporting the emirate’s sustainability goals. Abu Dhabi’s Department of Energy has introduced a new manual aimed at cooling loads, one that’s designed to address…
The Sustainability Forum Middle East announces its advisory committee for the 2027 event, bringing together senior figures from government, energy, finance, and sustainability sectors to shape regional climate action and sustainable development strategies in Bahrain. The Sustainability Forum Middle East has announced its advisory committee for its fifth edition, which…
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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 develop the emirate’s very first greenfield Material Recovery Facility (MRF). This project is pretty much aimed at boosting recycling capacity and cutting down reliance on landfills, especially as the UAE moves deeper into its circular economy ambitions. As reported by UrduPoint and WAM, the new plant is expected to handle…
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…
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Dubai’s Supreme Council of Energy reaffirms commitment to ambitious green initiatives, including waste reduction, zero-emission transport, and green hydrogen projects, steering the city towards its 2050 sustainability targets. The Dubai Supreme Council of Energy (DSCE) is still leading the charge in pushing Dubai toward sustainability and achieving net-zero emissions. Recently, high-level talks reaffirmed their commitments and pushed forward some pretty key projects, especially in areas like clean energy, waste management, and zero-emission transport. In its 91st online meeting, chaired by HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, the DSCE took a close look at the main pillars of Dubai’s green…
Servotech Renewable Power System Limited expands its global footprint with a new Dubai-based subsidiary, aiming to tap into the Middle East’s growing demand for solar and EV charging solutions amidst regional climate goals. Servotech Renewable Power System Limited, a notable name in renewable energy tech, has made a pretty significant move to expand its international presence by setting up a new subsidiary, Servotech Renewable International FZCO, in Dubai. This step is really a key part of their global expansion plans, it positions the company to get more involved in the fast-growing Middle Eastern market, especially around EV charging stations and…
Through strategic partnerships and cutting-edge BC technology, LONGi is leading the way in deploying resilient, high-performance solar solutions in challenging desert climates, marking a significant step in global clean energy efforts. Leadership teams from LONGi, POWERCHINA, and ENGIE have officially moved forward with their collaboration, signing an agreement in Beijing regarding the 1.5GW PV4 Hazza 1 photovoltaic project in Abu Dhabi, UAE. This marks a significant step in the project’s execution phase, following the initial framework agreement that was signed earlier this year in Paris. LONGi’s commitment to supply 1.1GW of its high-efficiency Hi-MO 9 back contact (BC) modules underlines…
At COP30 in Belém, UAE’s Minister of Climate Change and Environment, Dr. Amina bint Abdullah Al Dahak, underscores the nation’s commitment to climate neutrality, biodiversity, and innovative global partnerships to advance the climate agenda. At the COP30 climate gathering in Belém, Brazil, Dr. Amina bint Abdullah Al Dahak, who’s the UAE’s Minister of Climate Change and Environment, took the lead of the country’s delegation. She showed a clear and strong commitment to pushing forward global efforts on climate change. I mean, she really emphasized the UAE’s key role within the so-called “troyka” , that triad of presidencies for the recent…
AD Ports Group and Masdar have formed a strategic alliance to accelerate offshore wind development worldwide, showcasing the UAE’s growing influence in clean energy and maritime logistics. AD Ports Group and Masdar have officially formed a strategic partnership that’s all about speeding up the development and deployment of offshore wind projects around the world. It’s a pretty big deal for the UAE’s growing clean energy sector, showing how committed the country is to sustainable tech and highlighting its rising influence in the global offshore wind scene. Under this alliance, AD Ports Group plans to tap into its integrated maritime and…
The UAE is shifting from voluntary to mandatory use of sustainable aviation fuels, backed by local production projects and international collaborations, as part of its broader commitment to aviation decarbonisation and environmental leadership. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is gearing up for a pretty significant change in its efforts toward making aviation more sustainable. Basically, they’re moving from a voluntary approach, where airlines were encouraged to adopt sustainable aviation fuels (SAF), to making it a requirement, a mandatory rule for their national carriers. Sharif Al Olama, who’s the Undersecretary for Energy and Petroleum Affairs at the Ministry of Energy and…
Noatum Maritime, Siemens Energy, and Green Parrot Tech have formed a collaborative alliance aimed at transforming offshore renewable infrastructure, advancing the UAE’s clean energy ambitions through innovative floating technologies and integrated project solutions. Noatum Maritime, which is part of Abu Dhabi Ports Group, has recently made official a strategic partnership with Siemens Energy and Green Parrot Tech FZE (GPT) to push forward collaborative efforts in the offshore renewable energy sector. Basically, this alliance is all about harnessing the combined strengths of these three companies to support and develop offshore renewable infrastructure, think substations and power grid networks. This partnership really…
BASF and ExxonMobil have launched a strategic partnership to develop methane pyrolysis technology, promising a cleaner, more efficient way to produce hydrogen and solid carbon, with the potential to accelerate global decarbonisation efforts. BASF and ExxonMobil have recently kicked off a strategic partnership focused on advancing methane pyrolysis technology. It’s a pretty significant move in the ongoing efforts to develop low-emission hydrogen solutions, especially for industrial use. Their joint venture is aimed at blending BASF’s innovative reactor designs with ExxonMobil’s vast experience in scaling up industrial processes, showing they’re both pretty committed to delivering affordable, environmentally friendly hydrogen production. Now,…
The Emirati-German Energy Forum in Abu Dhabi highlights a strategic partnership to accelerate clean energy initiatives, focusing on smart grids, AI innovation, and sustainable infrastructure amid global climate efforts. The UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure recently teamed up with Germany’s Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action to put together the Emirati-German Energy Forum in Abu Dhabi. This event really highlighted a strategic partnership aimed at boosting clean energy initiatives and climate efforts. Interestingly enough, it took place during a visit from Katarina Reiche, Germany’s Minister for Economic Affairs and Energy, and, well, it marked a pretty important…
A strategic partnership between Emirates and ENOC marks a significant step towards establishing a domestic supply chain for sustainable aviation fuel in the UAE, aiming for full availability by 2031 and positioning the region as a leader in aviation decarbonisation. ENOC Group and Emirates have officially formed a strategic partnership, focusing on pushing forward the supply of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) at Dubai’s busy airport hub. This is a pretty big deal, really, and marks a key step in the UAE’s efforts to reduce the carbon footprint of its aviation industry. The partnership was sealed with a Memorandum of Understanding…
