12:26 pm - 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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BYD partners with Al-Futtaim to introduce ultra-fast Megawatt Flash Charging technology in the UAE, promising to transform electric vehicle charging with speeds comparable to petrol refuelling and support the country’s net-zero ambitions. BYD, a global leader in New Energy Vehicles (NEVs), has teamed up with Al-Futtaim to introduce a breakthrough Megawatt Flash Charging technology in the UAE—a move that could really shake up the electric vehicle scene across the Emirates. This new development ties directly into the UAE’s ambitious goal of reaching Net Zero by 2050 and tackles one of the biggest hurdles in EV adoption: how long it takes…
Al Ain Farms Group and Food Tech Valley are partnering to develop a 260,000-square-foot logistics centre in Dubai, aiming to boost local food distribution, cut emissions, and support the UAE’s Net Zero 2050 goals through innovative and eco-friendly initiatives. Al Ain Farms Group (AAFG) and Food Tech Valley, which is Dubai’s government-backed food innovation centre, have announced plans to develop a sizable logistics hub — covering about 260,000 square feet — right there in Dubai. The goal? To give a real boost to the UAE’s food security, speed up the distribution of fresh food items, and actively support the country’s…
The UAE is advancing its ambitious rail network expansion through multi-billion AED investments, strategic regional collaborations, and a focus on sustainability, positioning itself as a global leader in innovative urban mobility solutions. The UAE government is ramping up its efforts to develop a comprehensive and sustainable rail network, which is seen as a key element in the country’s broader transport and infrastructure plans. Suhail Al Mazrouei, who is the Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, recently emphasized just how important land transport—especially railways—has become within the UAE’s strategic vision. He made these comments during the launch of Global Rail 2025, a…
Dubai-based vertical farm Greeneration partners with Harvest IQ to expand premium, hyperlocal produce supply for high-end hotels and Michelin-starred restaurants, advancing the UAE’s sustainable food future. Greeneration, a trailblazing vertical farming firm based in Dubai, is really stepping up its efforts to boost the UAE’s food security and support its high-end hospitality scene. They recently announced a strategic partnership with Harvest IQ, a specialist in agritech innovations. Roman Ulyanov, who’s the founder and CEO of Greeneration, shared that this collaboration aims to strengthen their distribution channels and broaden the range of premium, hyperlocal produce supplied to luxury hotels and Michelin-starred…
Dubai-based ride-hailing giant Careem has taken a minority stake in UAE’s online car rental platform Swapp, marking a significant move to expand flexible mobility options and accelerate the region’s shift to electric and digital vehicle services. Dubai-based Careem has taken a step further in its collaboration with UAE’s online car rental platform Swapp, by purchasing a minority stake—something that, honestly, is kind of a first for the ride-hailing giant, as it’s the first time they’ve bought into a partner app at this level. This move—well, at least to me—seems pretty strategic, pushing the boundaries of innovation and aiming to grow…
Amogy and KBR have signed an MOU to advance ammonia cracking catalysts, aiming to boost hydrogen production for industrial and offshore applications amid growing global interest in ammonia as a clean energy carrier. Amogy, a company focused on ammonia-to-power tech, has recently teamed up with KBR, a well-known technology firm, through a formal agreement called a memorandum of understanding (or MOU). The goal here is to speed up the development of ammonia-to-hydrogen solutions in the energy sector. This announcement, made around mid-September 2024, mainly revolves around improving ammonia cracking catalysts—especially Amogy’s unique Ruthenium-based catalysts—so they can be integrated into KBR’s…
Researchers from the University of Sharjah have developed an innovative model using mixed-integer programming to optimise cleaning schedules for desert solar PV installations, balancing costs and energy efficiency amid dust accumulation challenges. A multidisciplinary team, led by researchers from the University of Sharjah in the UAE, has come up with an innovative way to improve cleaning schedules for PV panels in desert solar power setups. Honestly, this new model tackles a pretty big problem—dust buildup in dry areas, which seriously cuts down solar panel efficiency and reduces energy production. They tested out their model with data from a 10 MW…
Emsteel Group’s new TrueGreen™ initiative marks a significant step forward in regional eco-friendly steel manufacturing, integrating cutting-edge technologies and transparent data practices to meet stringent environmental standards and support the UAE’s climate goals. EMSTEEL Group, the leading steel and building materials producer in the UAE, is now pushing the boundaries of sustainable steel production in the region with the launch of its TrueGreen™ initiative. This new sustainability brand consolidates decades of efforts aimed at decarbonizing the industry under a single, cohesive framework—highlighting the company’s dedication to transparency, accountability, and leveraging data to support environmental responsibility. Building upon a legacy of…
Star Paper Mills is set to initiate trial production at its new US$54 million recycled containerboard plant in KEZAD, Abu Dhabi, marking a major milestone in the UAE’s push for greener industrial practices and circular economy development. Star Paper Mills is on the verge of kicking off trial production at its brand-new recycled containerboard plant in KEZAD, Abu Dhabi. This is quite a noteworthy milestone—really, it marks a significant step forward in the UAE’s effort to push sustainability within its industrial landscape. As reported, the construction’s something like 95% done, and the facility itself costs around US$54 million. It covers…
ADNEC Group has secured four major awards at the Gulf Sustainability Awards 2025, highlighting its pioneering efforts in renewable energy and circular economy solutions to achieve net zero emissions by 2045 in Abu Dhabi. ADNEC Group, which is part of Modon Holding, has recently picked up four major awards at the Gulf Sustainability Awards 2025. This really emphasizes how they’re leading the way when it comes to sustainability in the events and business tourism scene in Abu Dhabi. Honestly, these awards highlight their ongoing dedication to big environmental targets — including the goal to reach net zero carbon emissions by…
