10:06 pm - July 19, 2026The 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…
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…
Huawei’s new FusionSolar 9.0 platform aims to revolutionise utility-scale solar projects across the Middle East by integrating advanced grid-forming technology, digital management tools, and lifecycle performance enhancements to meet the region’s evolving energy demands. Huawei’s Digital Power division has rolled out its FusionSolar 9.0 Smart PV Solution in Dubai, leveraging…
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…
Naseej advances its mission to create a sustainable textile sector in the UAE through 14 strategic collaborations spanning public and private sectors, aiming to develop a comprehensive circular economy model with pilot projects and policy support. Naseej’s drive to develop a circular textile economy in the UAE has now moved…
Positive Zero’s new loan facility marks the first of its kind in the Middle East, signalling increasing confidence in decentralised renewable projects across the GCC as part of the region’s energy transition. Positive Zero has successfully secured a $375 million loan facility, a move that will bolster decentralised energy infrastructure…
As UAE’s insurance industry adopts AI-driven ESG scores, companies face a new era of risk management where sustainability performance directly influences coverage and costs, aligning with national climate goals and transforming underwriting practices. For many years now, corporate insurance underwriting in the UAE has been built on tried-and-true pillars: balance…
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The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi has completed an extensive survey mapping 334 oyster beds across the emirate’s waters, integrating traditional knowledge with advanced scientific techniques to bolster ecological and climate resilience efforts. The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi has recently wrapped up a multi-year project to map out oyster beds across the emirate’s marine waters , and, according to them, it’s now the most detailed scientific record of this habitat’s distribution to date. The survey was initially designed in 2022 and then carried out between 2023 and the end of 2025. It brought together old knowledge and modern field…
Energy companies in the UAE are being advised to act quickly and document their R&D activities meticulously to capitalise on the country’s new tax incentives, as delays could cost millions. The regime, launching in 2026, offers up to 50% tax credits for qualifying innovative projects in the hydrocarbons sector, contingent on staffing and proper approval processes. Energy companies operating in the UAE are being encouraged to act quickly if they want to capture some value from the country’s new research and development tax credit, as advisers warn that delaying could leave them with millions of dirhams unclaimed. The regime, which…
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) is expanding its international ties and adopting cutting-edge, renewable-powered desalination methods as part of its long-term water resilience and climate goals, positioning the emirate as a global leader in sustainable water management. Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) is really stepping up its ties with the World Water Council as the emirate sharpens its long-term plans for water security, efficiency, and low-carbon desalination. Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, DEWA’s managing director and CEO, recently met with Loïc Fauchon, the president of the World Water Council, right in Dubai. They discussed what both sides describe as…
BEEAH and Etihad Water and Electricity have signed a joint agreement to expand sewage treatment capacity in Sharjah, signalling a shift towards integrated and sustainable water resource management in the UAE. BEEAH and Etihad Water and Electricity have recently come to an agreement to collaborate on expanding sewage treatment capacity in Sharjah, a move that highlights how wastewater is increasingly becoming a more strategic part of the UAE’s water system. The two organisations, through EtihadWE’s development and investment division, signed a Joint Development Agreement. This covers not just the operation of existing treatment assets but also plans to expand the…
The UAE’s latest scientific initiative, RAINLAND, investigates whether altering land cover and terrain could influence rainfall, marking a shift towards understanding land-atmosphere interactions for water security in dry regions. The UAE Research Program for Rain Enhancement Science has rolled out its sixth cycle project, called RAINLAND. This new initiative pushes beyond the usual focus on cloud microphysics and delves into how land itself might influence rainfall. Basically, it’s about exploring whether altering land cover and terrain could actually encourage rain under specific atmospheric conditions. The project, formally named “Rainfall Enhancement through Modification of Land Cover and Land Form,” was announced…
The UAE has unveiled the Global Youth Envoys for Water initiative, aiming to empower young leaders from vulnerable regions to influence global water governance ahead of the 2026 UN Water Conference in Abu Dhabi. The UAE has introduced a new initiative aimed at involving younger voices in global water diplomacy,…
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…
The Dubai Future Foundation’s fifth edition of its foresight report emphasises actionable strategies and global collaborations to capitalise on technological and systemic opportunities shaping the future of the UAE and beyond. The Dubai Future Foundation has recently published the fifth edition of its flagship foresight report, broadening its focus on…
Masdar has reached financial close on a landmark $6.1 billion solar and battery storage project in Abu Dhabi, aiming to deliver around-the-clock renewable power and reinforce the UAE’s shift towards sustainable energy. Masdar has officially reached financial close on a massive $6.1 billion solar and battery storage project in Abu…
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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 –…
Scientists in the UAE are exploring the possibility of using large-scale solar photovoltaic installations not only to produce energy but also to influence local atmospheric conditions and trigger rainfall, offering a novel approach to water scarcity in desert regions. Water is increasingly taking centre stage in the climate and technology debates, and the UAE is testing out an idea , honestly, it sounds more like science fiction than straight-up infrastructure , that involves using massive solar parks to help generate rain. The bigger picture here is rather stark, actually. According to the World Resources Institute, domestic water demand has skyrocketed…
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The Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority has finished a AED43.77 million project expanding the water supply network between Kalba and Wadi Al Helo, enhancing water security and service quality amid regional growth. The Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority—better known as SEWA—has wrapped up a pretty big infrastructure project aimed at boosting the water supply network between Kalba and Wadi Al Helo. Honestly, this is quite a milestone for the area’s ongoing development. The project involved a hefty investment of roughly AED43.77 million and included extending a main water pipeline, building a new pumping station, installing six pumps, and…
Emerge, the joint venture between Masdar and EDF Group, has doubled its solar capacity and secured major projects across the Gulf Cooperation Council in 2024, reinforcing the region’s shift towards sustainable energy solutions.Emerge, which is a joint venture focusing on clean energy between Masdar and France’s EDF Group, is quickly expanding its range of solar, hybrid, and battery storage projects across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). This growth really underscores its importance in helping push the region toward a more sustainable energy future. Founded back in 2021 with an emphasis on distributed solar and hybrid tech, Emerge now supplies power…
The UAE is accelerating its shift to smarter, greener transportation by launching drone delivery pilot programs in Dubai and developing comprehensive air corridors for future urban air mobility, aiming for full commercial services by 2026. The UAE is moving quickly to integrate drone tech into its logistics and urban mobility systems, signaling a major shift toward smarter, greener transportation options. One of the key drivers of this push is Dubai, which recently became the first city in the Middle East to put a drone delivery system into operation. This is part of a larger initiative across the country to map…
As the UAE ranks in the top 10 globally for solar capacity per person, it is also pioneering greener bioscience technologies like microwave-assisted extraction to transform pharmaceutical manufacturing and strengthen its sustainable development drive. Driving along Sheikh Zayed Road in Dubai, it’s pretty clear—this city is really pushing hard on development, and there’s a pretty noticeable focus on sustainability too. The UAE’s achievement in ranking within the top 10 globally for solar capacity per person actually underlines just how committed they are to shifting their energy landscape. In 2023, they managed to deliver an impressive 708 watts of solar power…
Abu Dhabi Polytechnic and Mubadala Investment Company are collaborating to create the UAE’s first crewed electric air vehicle, signalling a significant step in green mobility and autonomous systems in the Middle East. Abu Dhabi Polytechnic recently revealed a pretty big partnership with Mubadala Investment Company—honestly, a move that might just be a game-changer—aimed at developing the UAE’s first crewed electric air vehicle. Dr. Yahia M. Al-Smadi, who heads the Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technology at the polytechnic, mentioned that this collaboration is focused on creating a cutting-edge, manned drone platform designed to be both safe and reliable. It’s also expected to boost…
OPT solidifies its growth in the UAE through a new Master Services Agreement with Unique Group, boosting unmanned surface vehicle deployment and establishing a regional MRO hub to advance sustainable marine tech. Ocean Power Technologies Inc. (OPT), a company based in New Jersey that focuses on low-carbon marine power, data solutions, and uncrewed surface vehicles (USVs), has recently formalized and expanded its partnership with Unique Group. Unique Group is a UAE-headquartered leader in subsea technologies and offshore engineering. On August 26, 2025, OPT announced that they signed a Master Services Agreement (MSA) with Unique Group, which makes the latter OPT’s…
The Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa) and Startup Middle East have announced the India Startup Hub in Sharjah, a strategic platform to foster connections, investment, and collaboration between Indian and UAE startups, boosting regional innovation and economic ties. The Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center, known as Sheraa, along with Startup Middle East, has rolled out a major new initiative aimed at strengthening the connections between the UAE and India’s rapidly emerging startup scenes. On August 25, 2025, they signed a detailed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish what will be called the India Startup Hub (ISH) right in Sharjah. This platform is designed…
Zain Group unveils the expanded Zain Great Idea accelerator for 2025, opening doors to entrepreneurs across six MENA countries and offering unprecedented Silicon Valley exposure to foster regional tech innovation. Zain Group is really stepping up its game when it comes to supporting tech startups across the Middle East. They’re expanding their flagship accelerator program, Zain Great Idea (ZGI), for 2025, and here’s the interesting part— for the first time ever in its 15-year history, the program isn’t just sticking to Kuwait. Nope, it’s opening its doors wider to entrepreneurs and innovators from six different countries across the MENA region:…
Sungrow launches the PowerTitan 3.0 at the 2025 MEA PV & ESS Summit, introducing advanced cooling, safety, and grid capabilities tailored for extreme climates and large-scale deployment across the Middle East and Africa. Sungrow, a global leader in photovoltaic (PV) inverters and energy storage tech, has just introduced its latest innovation for utility-scale energy storage—the PowerTitan 3.0—at the 2025 MEA PV & ESS Summit held in Dubai. This new system is specially tailored for the tough climates and operational conditions common across the Middle East and Africa. Honestly, it seems to set fresh standards in terms of efficiency, safety, and…
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority’s pioneering green hydrogen project has produced over 100 tonnes of hydrogen, powering vehicles and generating clean electricity, marking a significant step toward the UAE’s net zero ambitions and positioning Dubai as a regional leader in sustainable energy. Since its kickoff in May 2021, the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority’s (DEWA) pioneering Green Hydrogen project has really made some noticeable progress in the UAE’s shift towards clean energy. As of now, they’ve produced over 100 tonnes of green hydrogen. Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, who’s the Managing Director and CEO of DEWA, emphasized that this effort has…
