8:44 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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China Southern Glass (CSG) is set to establish its first overseas smart manufacturing plant in Abu Dhabi’s KEZAD, signalling a major leap in energy-efficient construction materials and regional industrial growth with environmental ambitions. China Southern Glass (CSG), a global frontrunner in energy-efficient glass and advanced materials, is planning to set up its very first overseas intelligent manufacturing plant in the United Arab Emirates. This is a pretty significant milestone—really—marking a key step forward in the region’s push for industrial growth and sustainability goals. The project, costing AED300 million, will be based in ICAD 1, Musaffah, within the Khalifa Economic Zones…
Moro Hub and Univers have announced a strategic partnership aimed at harnessing AI and IoT to revolutionise energy management in the UAE, focusing on sustainable, smart solutions and regional decarbonisation targets. Moro Hub, the data solutions hub operated under Digital DEWA—the digital branch of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA)—has recently cemented an important partnership with Univers, a globally recognized leader in AI and IoT energy solutions. This collaboration was formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed at WETEX 2025 held at Dubai World Trade Centre. The aim? To push forward the digital transformation of the UAE’s energy landscape…
BEEAH introduces a new climate-smart facilities management division integrating AI, IoT, and environmental expertise to drive sustainable, net-zero operations across the Middle East’s built environment. BEEAH, a leading name when it comes to sustainability and innovation in the Middle East, has recently expanded its lineup by launching a dedicated facilities management division. This new branch aims to weave its extensive environmental expertise into the fabric of the built environment. Basically, these offerings are designed to support sustainable, net-zero ready operations across various sectors—be it commercial, residential, industrial, or institutional—and showcase a pretty forward-thinking approach to facilities management in the region.…
The United Arab Emirates has submitted its third national plan to reduce aviation emissions, aligning with international efforts and showcasing its leadership in sustainable aviation technology and policy at the ICAO General Assembly and Dubai’s new global fuel framework. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has taken another important step forward in leading sustainable aviation efforts by submitting the third edition of its National Plan to Reduce Emissions in the Aviation Sector to the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). This happened during ICAO’s 42nd General Assembly, held in Montreal, Canada—a move that really underscores the UAE’s ongoing dedication to tackling climate…
Fertiglobe’s ammonia plant in Abu Dhabi has integrated a state-of-the-art Hydrogen Recovery Unit from thyssenkrupp Uhde, increasing production by 6% and slashing CO₂ emissions, marking a significant step toward sustainable industry practices. On September 30, 2025, thyssenkrupp Uhde—well-known German experts in engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC)—unveiled a cutting-edge Hydrogen Recovery Unit (HRU) at Fertiglobe’s ammonia plant located in Ruwais, Abu Dhabi. This retrofit marks a pretty significant leap forward in how efficiently and sustainably ammonia is made, aligning nicely with the UAE’s broader push toward industrial decarbonization. What’s really interesting about the HRU is how it boosts ammonia production—by recovering…
Jameel Motors unveils Farizon’s latest range of commercial EVs at a high-profile event, signalling a sharp rise in electric trucking as the UAE’s infrastructure and policies rapidly support sustainable logistics.Jameel Motors, a well-known provider of mobility solutions and a partner to top automotive brands, has recently stolen some attention with a bold move aimed at speeding up the UAE’s transition toward electrified commercial transportation. At an exclusive event held in the UAE, the company introduced Farizon’s latest range of commercial electric vehicles (EVs), which marks a significant broadening of their EV offerings in response to the growing demand for eco-friendly…
Dubai’s Hatta pumped-storage hydroelectric plant begins testing, marking a significant step toward achieving the UAE’s net-zero ambitions with a 250 MW capacity and advanced energy storage methods. The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, known as DEWA, has kicked off testing and electricity exporting from its famous pumped-storage hydroelectric power plant in Hatta. This marks a pretty big milestone for the UAE’s push towards cleaner energy. HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, the MD and CEO of DEWA, announced that this project is among the largest and most sophisticated renewable energy storage sites in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. It’s got…
The United Arab Emirates prepares to host the 2025 IUCN World Conservation Congress, gathering global environmental leaders to accelerate biodiversity protection and sustainable development initiatives in a landmark event at Abu Dhabi’s ADNEC. The United Arab Emirates is preparing to host the IUCN World Conservation Congress in 2025, marking a significant milestone for global efforts in environmental conservation. Scheduled to take place from October 9th to 15th at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC), this landmark event is expected to gather more than 1,400 IUCN member organizations, along with ministers, scientists, indigenous leaders, youth representatives, civil society members, and…
Abu Dhabi prepares for ADIPEC 2025, a major global energy event emphasising artificial intelligence, decarbonisation, and innovation, with record-breaking attendance and industry shifting dynamics. Abu Dhabi is gearing up to reaffirm its position as a global center for energy innovation and technology, with the upcoming ADIPEC 2025 event, scheduled from November 3 to 6 at the ADNEC Centre. This major gathering is taking place under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, and is organized by ADNOC. The event arrives at a time of significant shifts worldwide in the energy landscape—particularly due to…
The Zayed Sustainability Prize has unveiled its 2026 finalists, featuring 33 innovative projects from around the world that demonstrate rapid, community-driven solutions to key environmental and social challenges, emphasising the evolving understanding of sustainability as an urgent and actionable goal. The Zayed Sustainability Prize, a prominent initiative based in the UAE that recognizes innovative solutions tackling global challenges, has announced the 33 finalists for its 2026 awards. These outstanding projects were selected from a really competitive pool of 7,761 submissions coming from 173 different countries. The finalists showcase groundbreaking work in key areas essential to sustainable development—clean energy, safe water,…
