12:21 am - October 18, 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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Al Rayyan Mosque in Dubai’s Hatta region becomes the world’s first house of worship to earn LEED Zero Carbon certification, showcasing innovative eco-friendly design and renewable energy integration. Dubai’s Al Rayyan Mosque in Hatta has really made a name for itself as a trailblazer when it comes to sustainable religious architecture. Recently, it snagged the title of the world’s first house of worship to earn the LEED Zero Carbon certification. That’s a pretty big deal, by the way. This honor from the US Green Building Council not only highlights the mosque’s strong commitment to protecting the environment but also shows…
Legend Holding Group plans a AED 300 million integrated mobility centre at Dubai Industrial City, featuring electric vehicle assembly, green energy solutions, and a major used car marketplace, supporting Dubai’s sustainability goals by 2027. Legend Holding Group is gearing up to make quite a splash in Dubai’s transport and green energy scene, with plans to open a cutting-edge integrated facility right within Dubai Industrial City, an important manufacturing and logistics hub run by TECOM Group. The official announcement, made in November 2025, confirms a hefty investment of AED 300 million (around $82 million). This move is set to overhaul the…
UAE University has developed a novel composite of graphitic carbon nitride and date syrup that enhances photocatalytic water-splitting, paving the way for more efficient green hydrogen generation aligned with the UAE’s climate goals. The United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) has achieved a noteworthy milestone in the realm of environmental sciences and renewable energy with a patent that shows real promise. This patent, registered with the United States Patent and Trademark Office, revolves around a new kind of graphitic carbon nitride (g-C3N4) compound that’s been enhanced using date syrup. Honestly, it’s an exciting development because it could really help improve photocatalytic…
At ADIPEC 2025, Hitachi Energy showcased its groundbreaking EconiQ portfolio and digital solutions, setting new standards in decarbonising power grids and supporting Middle East’s net-zero ambitions with SF₆-free innovations and regional partnerships. Hitachi Energy is really stepping up its efforts to help the Middle East speed along its shift to resilient, low-carbon energy systems, especially with its innovative eco-efficient tech, as showcased at ADIPEC 2025. Their flagship EconiQ portfolio, along with digital substations and regional partnerships, clearly demonstrates their commitment to pushing towards a sustainable, electrified future, one that’s very much aligned with the UAE’s Net Zero 2050 initiative and…
The UAE’s bold energy strategies and ambitious solar projects are reshaping its position as a global leader in the energy transition, offering significant opportunities for entrepreneurs and investors despite regulatory and competitive challenges. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is really starting to stand out as a global player in the energy transition scene. Thanks to bold government initiatives like the UAE Energy Strategy 2050 and the Dubai Clean Energy Strategy 2050, the country is setting ambitious goals. Their aim? To decarbonise the power sector by increasing the share of clean energy in the overall energy mix to a hefty 75%…
Innovative startups SolarLedger and Powerledger are leveraging blockchain, IoT, and cryptographic technologies to create transparent, decentralised platforms for trading and verifying renewable energy assets, aiming to reshape the global green energy landscape. A groundbreaking startup, SolarLedger, has introduced a new platform that aims to totally change how clean-energy data is collected, verified, and managed. The company calls its invention a “green energy operating system,” which makes use of distributed ledger (i.e., blockchain) and Internet-of-Things (IoT) tech to automate processes like the creation, trading, and auditing of solar and other renewable energy flows. At the core of SolarLedger’s tech stack are…
At ADIPEC, UAE’s ADNOC CEO Dr. Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber called for pragmatic energy policies supported by massive investments, highlighting AI’s role in transforming the industry and the need for extensive infrastructure development to meet future energy demands. At the 41st edition of the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (ADIPEC), which was held under the auspices of ADNOC, Dr. Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, the UAE’s Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology as well as ADNOC’s Managing Director and Group CEO, took the stage to deliver a keynote address. He highlighted, quite importantly, the urgent need for practical energy…
7X and Zelostech have unveiled a joint venture to deploy Level 4 autonomous cargo vehicles in the UAE, marking a major milestone in the region’s shift towards sustainable, efficient, and smart urban logistics solutions. 7X, a prominent trade, transport, and logistics group based in the UAE, has taken a pretty significant step forward in reshaping regional logistics. They recently launched Autologix Smarttech LLC (AutoLogiX), which is a joint venture with Zelostech— a global leader in autonomous vehicle tech. This effort is quite a milestone in the world of smart transportation, aiming to bring Level 4 autonomous vehicles into cargo transport…
The United Arab Emirates is fast-tracking its renewable energy ambitions with ambitious projects, enhanced energy efficiency initiatives, and a prominent leadership role in shaping global sustainable energy policies under its Energy Strategy 2050. The United Arab Emirates is really stepping up its game when it comes to clean energy, as part of its broader Energy Strategy 2050. The goal isn’t just about boosting the percentage of renewables in the country’s electricity mix—though that’s certainly a big part of it—but also about establishing itself as a global pioneer in sustainable energy innovation and efficiency. According to Eng. Sherif Al-Alma’aa, who is…
Mansman Energy, a private UAE firm, reaffirms its commitment to sustainable energy by unveiling pioneering green hydrogen projects at ADIPEC 2025, aligning with the UAE’s ambitious climate goals. Mansman Energy Reaffirms Its Commitment to the UAE’s Sustainable Energy Goals through Innovative Green Hydrogen Projects Abu Dhabi, UAE – Mansman Energy, a prominent engineering firm based in the UAE and active across fields like oil and gas, mining, and renewable energy, has reaffirmed its dedication to supporting the country’s ambitious sustainable energy vision. This was especially highlighted during its participation in the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (ADIPEC) 2025.…
