3:10 pm - July 21, 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 Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi has unveiled the 2025–2050 plan, a science-based roadmap with 142 adaptation actions (86 prioritised for the next five years) aimed at safeguarding groundwater, soil and biodiversity while boosting water and food security and ecological resilience. Abu Dhabi has rolled out its inaugural Climate Change Adaptation Plan for the Environment Sector—a long-range, science-based roadmap aimed at protecting the emirate’s natural resources from the mounting impacts of climate change. Debuted in late July 2025, the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) positions the 2025–2050 plan as a cornerstone of the emirate’s climate strategy, zeroing in on…
Dubai is positioning itself as a global hub for clean energy investment, backed by liberal ownership rules, a zero personal income tax regime, and a corporate tax framework. With the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park and the Net Zero 2050 strategy, the emirate is attracting Indian and international investors to a rapidly expanding renewables value chain. Dubai is shaping itself not just as a trading hub but as a truly global centre for clean energy investment and deployment. The city’s ambition — to draw a majority of its power from non‑fossil sources by the middle of the century…
Policy support, plunging battery prices and a rapid roll‑out of public chargers are turning electric vehicles from a costly novelty into a practical, cost‑effective choice across the UAE, Saudi Arabia and the wider region. The idea that electric vehicles (EVs) are prohibitively expensive, short‑lived and unsupported by charging networks is steadily losing traction across the Middle East. El Balad paints a picture of a region where policy commitments, falling battery costs, and fast‑expanding infrastructure are turning what once looked like a futuristic option into a financially sensible and increasingly mainstream one. The shifting economics Contrary to the common belief that…
Dubai’s RTA, working with Yunex Traffic and Scientechnic, is rolling out Yutraffic FUSION and a UTC‑UX Fusion stack to create a live, simulation-driven model of its transport network aimed at cutting congestion and improving priority for public and emergency vehicles by mid-2026. Dubai is rolling out a city-wide traffic management upgrade that centers on a real-time digital twin of its transport network, part of a broader push to make the emirate one of the world’s most data-driven smart cities. According to Robotics & Automation, this deployment marks the first use of Yunex Traffic’s Yutraffic FUSION platform in the Middle East…
RAILBUS Inc will open a 50,000 sq ft development hub in Dubai Silicon Oasis in May 2026 to centralise engineering, testing and assembly for its 100% solar‑powered, autonomous urban transport concept, but feasibility studies, regulatory approvals and commercial partnerships remain key hurdles before it can move from prototype to revenue service. RAILBUS Inc has unveiled plans for a purpose-built innovation and engineering complex in Dubai Silicon Oasis, saying the RAILBUS Development Hub (RDH) will open in May 2026 and become the operational centre for its solar-powered, autonomous urban-mobility programme. The 50,000-square-foot site will house an engineering and design centre, assembly…
DEWA says the first phase of the Hassyan seawater reverse osmosis complex is about 78% complete and due in Q1 2027. The 180 MIGD project — delivered under an IWP model with ACWA Power — aims to set a low water tariff, integrate solar power and mark a strategic shift from thermal to energy‑efficient desalination in Dubai. HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), inspected progress on the Hassyan seawater reverse osmosis (RO) desalination complex’s first phase this week, as the utility moves to expand desalination capacity with more…
The National Centre of Meteorology has expanded forecasting, early‑warning and operational capacity — including a regional supercomputer, an Emirates Weather Enhancement Factory and a four‑plane seeding fleet — as officials prepare to intensify missions this winter while researchers call for stronger verification and transparency. According to the original Gulf Business report, the United Arab Emirates is sharpening preparations for winter cloud‑seeding operations as the country’s meteorological services expand their forecasting and early‑warning capabilities. Honestly, the aim is to be ready when the weather windows open. H.H. Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan visited the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) headquarters…
The Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority has launched a stepped‑up campaign combining regulation, guidance and public education to reduce losses across the harvest‑to‑retail chain and curb household waste through better shopping, storage and portioning. The Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA) is stepping up its appeals to households, retailers and producers to curb food loss and waste, arguing that small shifts in shopping, storage and portioning can make a big difference for the emirate’s food security and the planet. Speaking in a remote awareness session aimed at food‑chain workers and the wider community, the authority urged…
In a world of geopolitical shocks and fragmented regulation, companies that build interoperable networks — from midstream operators securing egress and fee‑based cash flows to tech firms enabling multi‑cloud compliance — are outpacing siloed rivals; investors should prioritise observable indicators of ecosystem alignment, not rhetoric. Corporate leaders are increasingly treating ecosystem design less as a marketing tagline and more as a core capability. In a landscape marked by geopolitical shocks, shifting leadership priorities and region‑by‑region regulatory fragmentation, firms that reframe themselves as interoperable networks are starting to outpace those sticking to siloed operating models. According to an AInvest analysis, ecosystem…
EWEC has issued a formal RFP for the Al Nouf independent power project, a seawater‑cooled, carbon‑capture‑ready 3.3GW CCGT sited in a new coastal Al Nouf Complex that will also host reverse‑osmosis desalination and future utility projects; bids are due Q4 2025 with commercial operations targeted for Q3 2029. Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC) has kicked off a formal Request for Proposals (RFP) for the Al Nouf IPP project, a move that underscores Abu Dhabi’s near‑term power planning. According to a government news release—one that’s been republished widely in industry outlets—Al Nouf is being tendered as a carbon‑capture‑ready combined‑cycle gas…
