7:49 pm - August 30, 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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During a climate summit in Dubai, L’Oréal reaffirmed its dedication to regional sustainability by signing the Responsible Climate Companies Pledge, integrating climate goals into its growth strategy and highlighting its energy-efficient operations and refill initiatives. L’Oréal recently took the opportunity of a climate-focused summit in Dubai to reinforce its commitment to sustainability in the UAE, signing the country’s “Responsible Climate Companies Pledge” alongside the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment. The announcement was made during the company’s “L’Oréal for the Future” event, and it emphasised how the group is aligning its regional strategy more closely with the UAE’s broader push…
The Middle East and North Africa region is witnessing unprecedented growth in clean industry projects, with commitments exceeding $640 billion, signalling a major shift in global decarbonisation efforts and regional economic resilience. According to a recent report from the Mission Possible Partnership and the Industrial Transition Accelerator, the Middle East and North Africa, often just called MENA, are increasingly becoming some of the most closely monitored regions in the global effort to develop low-carbon industries. The report highlights that the region now has about 84 announced projects focused on clean industry, with potential investments reaching roughly $642 billion across sectors…
The renewal and expansion of Veolia Environnement’s involvement at the Mafraq 2 plant highlights Abu Dhabi’s commitment to turning construction debris into valuable reusable materials, advancing its circular economy goals amid growing infrastructure demands. Abu Dhabi has, well, renewed and actually expanded Veolia Environnement’s involvement at the Mafraq 2 construction and demolition waste recycling plant , signalling a continued push for a model that’s about turning rubble into reusable materials instead of just dumping it in landfills. According to the overview of the deal published by ad hoc news, this arrangement seems to reinforce Veolia’s position at a site that’s…
Space42’s GIQ platform combines satellite imagery, geospatial data, and artificial intelligence to support climate resilience, urban planning, and environmental monitoring in the UAE and beyond, signifying a strategic shift towards data-driven decision-making. Space42’s GIQ platform is being positioned as a new sort of digital backbone for the UAE, bringing together satellite imagery, geospatial data, and artificial intelligence all in one place, for both public and private users. According to Al Ittihad, the aim is to turn raw Earth observation data into practical insights that can support planning, operations, and policies across a whole range of sectors. Basically, the platform sits…
The United Arab Emirates is advancing its strategies against desertification through innovative technology, comprehensive policies, and international collaboration, positioning itself as a global leader in climate resilience and sustainable land management. The United Arab Emirates is really sharpening its role on the global stage when it comes to tackling desertification and drought, blending policy and technology in ways that are becoming more and more central to its climate and environmental goals. As the world observes the International Day to Combat Desertification and Drought on June 17, the UAE doesn’t just see this as about land protection. No, it’s framing these…
Abu Dhabi’s deepening collaboration with Chinese firms is reshaping the Gulf’s renewable energy landscape and intensifying regional competition, with the emirate aiming to lead the transition to a low-carbon economy through rapid infrastructure projects and innovative partnerships. Abu Dhabi is really stepping up its green shift, and it’s doing so by leaning quite heavily on Chinese technology , a move that’s reshaping the Gulf’s clean energy scene and adding new pressure on Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 plans, I’d say. According to reports from the South China Morning Post, Abdulla Humaid Al Jarwan, who’s the chair of the Abu Dhabi Department…
HyveGeo, a UAE startup developing biochar-based soil solutions for desert greening, wins Dubai Holding’s Innovate For Tomorrow Impact Accelerator 2025, marking a significant step in real-world climate innovation in the UAE. Dubai Holding has announced HyveGeo, a UAE-founded startup specialising in desert greening at scale, as the winner of its Innovate For Tomorrow Impact Accelerator 2025. They’re set to receive AED500,000, along with the opportunity to run a fully supported pilot within the group’s broad ecosystem. The announcement was made during Demo Day at the Theatre of Digital Art in Souk Madinat Jumeirah, marking the end of a 12-week hybrid…
A tripartite agreement between Ras Al Khaimah’s key environmental and research authorities aims to establish credible carbon markets, linking climate policies with biodiversity and urban development to accelerate regional decarbonisation efforts. A new tripartite agreement in Ras Al Khaimah is being heralded as a practical move towards establishing more trustworthy carbon markets across the Gulf region, whilst also linking climate policies with biodiversity preservation and urban planning efforts. As reported by WAM, the Gulf Organisation for Research & Development (GORD), the Global Carbon Council, and the Environment Protection and Development Authority of Ras Al Khaimah have entered into a strategic…
The United Arab Emirates uses the UNESCO hydrological forum in Paris to sharpen strategies and foster global collaborations ahead of the 2026 UN Water Conference, emphasising youth participation, science-driven policies, and inclusive partnerships. The United Arab Emirates used a recent UNESCO hydrology meeting in Paris to sharpen both its diplomatic strategy and technical plans ahead of the upcoming 2026 United Nations Water Conference. Their focus was very much centred on youth involvement, science-driven policies, and fostering international cooperation. According to the UAE’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and WAM, their delegation participated in the 27th Ordinary Session of UNESCO’s Intergovernmental Hydrological…
Abu Dhabi is ramping up its 2035 clean-energy goals by integrating advanced digital systems, expanding renewables, and pioneering water and power decarbonisation, positioning itself as a regional leader in sustainability innovation. Abu Dhabi is ramping up its clean-energy ambitions, aiming to source around 60 per cent of its electricity from renewable and clean sources by 2035. This isn’t just a random target , the emirate is intensifying efforts to cut emissions and deal with rising demand for power and water. The Department of Energy has said that this goal is at the heart of a broader push to make the…
