5:47 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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InfraX, the digital arm of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, announces major MoUs with global and local partners at GITEX 2025, signalling a significant push towards smart infrastructure, IoT innovation, and sustainable urban development in the UAE. InfraX, the digital arm of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), is busy forging a string of strategic partnerships aimed at pushing the UAE’s vision for a smart and sustainable future. At GITEX Global 2025, InfraX announced a pretty significant Memorandum of Understanding—sort of a formal agreement—with Itron, which is a global leader in grid edge intelligence. The goal here is to speed…
The Abu Dhabi Department of Energy has unveiled the AI-enabled AD.WE platform at GITEX 2025, promising significant water and energy savings while advancing the emirate’s sustainability and digital transformation goals. The Abu Dhabi Department of Energy (DoE), working alongside its tech partner Presight, recently revealed its new brand identity along with a phased plan for developing its innovative artificial intelligence platform, AD.WE, at GITEX Global 2025. This AI-enabled digital platform is set to transform how energy and water resources are managed across Abu Dhabi, representing a major step forward in integrating AI into utilities. AD.WE is a trailblazing platform driven…
Ericsson and UAE telecom operator du partner to introduce Ericsson Connected Recycling, a pioneering platform aimed at transforming waste flows into valuable resources and supporting the UAE’s sustainability goals through digitalisation. Ericsson and UAE telecom operator du have teamed up in a commercial reseller deal aimed at pushing forward the circular waste economy in the region through digital innovation. Essentially, their collaboration focuses on the launch of Ericsson Connected Recycling (ECR), which is a pioneering platform designed to digitalise and connect the reverse supply chain. This platform really seeks to transform the traditional waste flows—usually headed straight to landfills—into circular…
The first Evolve Future Mobility Show at Expo Centre Sharjah showcased the UAE’s bold vision for EV growth, innovation in air mobility, and a shift towards a circular economy within the industry, positioning the region as a leader in clean transport solutions. The first-ever Evolve Future Mobility Show (EFMS 2025), which took place from October 15 to 18 at Expo Centre Sharjah, really reinforced the UAE’s bold ambitions regarding sustainable mobility and electric vehicles (EVs). Organized by Expo Centre Sharjah—yeah, in partnership with MIE Events—and supported by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), the event pulled together more…
The Abu Dhabi Department of Energy has signed a groundbreaking MoU with Google Cloud, signalling a major step towards leveraging AI, machine learning, and cloud technology to revolutionise energy infrastructure and sustainability efforts in the emirate. The Abu Dhabi Department of Energy (DoE) has taken a significant leap forward in its digital journey by partnering up with Google Cloud. They recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), which marks an important step towards boosting digital transformation and innovation within the emirate’s energy sector. The event took place during GITEX Global Week 2025 and was attended by H.E. Dr. Abdulla Humaid…
Belgian cleantech startup Sirona Technologies launches Project Moringa in Oman and UAE, harnessing solar power and geological resources to achieve permanent atmospheric CO₂ removal, signalling a new phase in regional climate mitigation efforts. Belgian cleantech startup Sirona Technologies has recently made a significant stride in fighting climate change, particularly in the Middle East, with the launch of Project Moringa—an innovative Direct Air Capture (DAC) initiative aimed at removing and permanently storing atmospheric CO₂. This project, which is situated in both Oman and the UAE, uses solar-powered DAC units to pull CO₂ from the air. The captured CO₂ is then mineralised…
Crescent Enterprises commits AED 250 million to expand CE-Creates, a venture studio accelerating UAE start-ups’ growth and global competitiveness amid the country’s rising status as a startup hub. Crescent Enterprises, a well-known UAE-based diversified business group, has announced a pretty big investment of AED 250 million (roughly US$68 million). This move is aimed at expanding CE-Creates, their venture-building platform. This significant funding—paired with some new leadership—signals a major step forward in their goal to support and speed up the growth of high-potential startups originating from the UAE, especially those looking to make a splash on the global scene. Basically, CE-Creates…
The UAE’s Ministry of Climate Change and Environment has signed a strategic partnership with IBM to utilise artificial intelligence in accelerating its sustainability initiatives, including net zero ambitions and environmental conservation. The UAE’s Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MoCCAE) has recently taken an important step forward in pushing its sustainability goals by signing a strategic partnership agreement with IBM. This partnership was officially announced during the GITEX Global 2025 event held in Dubai. Its main purpose is to develop and apply cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, aligning closely with the ministry’s broader push for digital transformation. The initiative also…
Khalifa University-led team progresses to second stage of the prestigious XPRIZE Water Scarcity contest, introducing sustainable desalination technology aimed at transforming water management and resource reuse globally. Team “Watts & Water,” which is led by Khalifa University of Science and Technology and involves a number of international partners, has officially moved on to the second stage of the well-known XPRIZE Water Scarcity competition. This contest offers a hefty prize pool of $119 million—the biggest of its kind anywhere—and aims to spark groundbreaking solutions for one of humanity’s biggest challenges: water shortage. The competition is set up in two main tracks.…
The Abu Dhabi Department of Energy partners with MBZUAI to deploy advanced AI solutions, aiming to revolutionise the emirate’s energy sector and achieve sustainable development through cutting-edge technology and strategic collaborations. The Abu Dhabi Department of Energy (DoE) has made a significant move forward in harnessing artificial intelligence (AI) to revolutionize the emirate’s energy sector, thanks to a strategic partnership with the Mohamed Bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI). This collaboration was formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), and its main goal is to speed up innovation, improve operational efficiency, and support data-driven policy decisions—using cutting-edge AI and…
