6:45 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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The United Arab Emirates announced a major new initiative to attract $599 billion in foreign direct investment by 2031, including the creation of a $10 billion National Investment Fund, in a bid to strengthen its position as a global investment hub. The United Arab Emirates has recently introduced a major economic initiative, one that’s aimed at really boosting its status as a key global investment hub and encouraging more foreign direct investment, or FDI. So, during a Cabinet meeting held at the Dubai Airshow, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, who’s both the UAE’s Vice President and Prime Minister, announced…
Labelled sustainable debt issuance across the Middle East, North Africa and emerging Asia-Pacific has surged, reaching US$94 billion by 2025, driven by renewable energy projects and innovative financial tools amid growing regional support. Labelled sustainable debt issuance across the Middle East, North Africa (MENA), and the emerging Asia-Pacific regions has seen an extraordinary jump, almost tripling since 2020, to hit about US$94 billion. Honestly, this rapid pace makes these developing markets some of the fastest-growing players in the global sustainable finance scene. This info comes from a recent joint report published in late 2025 by the Dubai Financial Services Authority…
From MIT research to commercial scale, Mantel’s high-temperature molten salt system offers a low-energy, cost-effective solution to curb industrial CO₂ emissions, with significant backing from industry and government entities. Cameron Halliday’s story, going from a dedicated MIT PhD student to heading up Mantel as its CEO, pretty much exemplifies a remarkable leap forward in the quest to curb industrial CO₂ emissions. For a long time, one of the biggest hurdles in carbon capture technology has been finding materials that can reliably soak up CO₂ at the really high temperatures typical of industrial processes, think furnaces, kilns, boilers, you name it.…
Following the success of the Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant, South Korea and the UAE are expanding their alliance through new MoUs, technology exchange, and ambitious energy and digital projects, aiming to lead in decarbonisation and global energy innovation. South Korea and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are really stepping up their collaboration in the fields of nuclear energy and cutting-edge technology, especially following the success of the Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant project. Interestingly enough, this renewed partnership was highlighted during South Korean President Lee Jae-myung’s official visit to the UAE, and it looks like they’re planning to deepen their strategic…
Chinese autonomous driving firm WeRide has obtained approval to operate fully driverless robotaxis in Abu Dhabi, marking a significant milestone in Middle East’s autonomous transport technology. WeRide, a Chinese company working on autonomous driving tech, has hit a pretty significant milestone in the Middle East: they’ve officially received approval to run fully driverless robotaxis in Abu Dhabi, UAE. This was announced on October 31st, and the permit basically means WeRide can now operate commercial robotaxi services without the necessity of a safety driver onboard. According to the company, it’s among the first in the world to get such a city-level…
Noatum Maritime, Siemens Energy, and Green Parrot Tech form a strategic alliance in Abu Dhabi to fast-track offshore renewable infrastructure, supporting the UAE’s Net Zero ambitions and advancing floating offshore energy solutions in the Gulf region. Noatum Maritime, a part of AD Ports Group, has officially formed a strategic partnership with Siemens Energy and Green Parrot Tech FZE (GPT) to jointly hunt for opportunities in the offshore renewable energy sector. Announced in Abu Dhabi, UAE, this collaboration is designed to speed up the development and deployment of offshore renewable energy infrastructure, further backing the UAE’s goal to reach Net Zero…
Khalid Bin Sultan City, a flagship eco-friendly community by BEEAH, has sold over 400 homes in its debut phase, signalling Sharjah’s emergence as a hub for sustainable urban living and technological integration. Sharjah’s real estate scene is currently going through quite a transformation, and a big part of that is thanks to Khalid Bin Sultan City, a flagship, sustainable development project by BEEAH. Just the first phase alone has already sold over 400 homes, which really highlights how the emirate is emerging as a hub for innovative and eco-friendly urban living. This milestone was announced during the launch event held…
Myplant & Garden Middle East 2025, launched at Expo City Dubai under UAE Ministry of Climate Change and Environment patronage, highlights regional commitment to climate-resilient urban environments through innovative horticultural solutions and international collaboration. Under the patronage of the UAE Ministry of Climate Change and Environment, or MOCCAE, the first-ever Myplant & Garden Middle East 2025 kicked off on November 15 at the Dubai Exhibition Centre, within Expo City Dubai. This is a pretty significant milestone for the Middle East, a green industry expo that marks a new chapter in the region’s push towards urban environments that are both climate-resilient…
A pioneering study from the University of Sharjah suggests that radioactive spent nuclear fuel could be repurposed to enhance hydrogen production, transforming a long-standing waste challenge into a sustainable energy opportunity. A pioneering study from the University of Sharjah suggests that nuclear waste, usually viewed as a tricky environmental problem, might actually be repurposed to boost the efficiency of hydrogen production. This innovative idea aims to tap into the radioactive and thermal qualities of spent nuclear fuel, possibly turning what’s often seen as a persistent waste issue into a valuable resource supporting the growing hydrogen economy. Hydrogen is generally considered…
The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi has unveiled ADSOEP, a pioneering AI-powered environmental monitoring portal that predicts key indicators and enhances decision-making, reaffirming Abu Dhabi’s leadership in sustainable innovation. The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) has launched a pretty groundbreaking initiative, actually, it’s a first of its kind on the global stage in environmental monitoring and reporting. They introduced the Abu Dhabi State of Environment Portal (ADSOEP) during the 30th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP30), which took place in Brazil back in November 2025. This platform uses artificial intelligence (AI)…
