9:35 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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BlueSun International announces a potential game-changing pricing breakthrough in renewable electricity and storage, with rates as low as 1.9 cents per kWh for power, promising to accelerate the global transition to sustainable energy. BlueSun International, a cleantech group based in both the UAE and the U.S., has announced what they’re calling some pretty groundbreaking pricing in renewable electricity and energy storage. According to them, they’ve managed to secure Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) rates as low as 1.9 cents per kilowatt-hour (kWh) for power and 1.4 cents per kWh for batteries. If these numbers are independently verified—which, honestly, would be a…
The United Arab Emirates is rapidly expanding its influence in global solar energy efforts through innovative projects and international collaborations, aiming to triple renewable capacity by 2050 and reshape the future of clean energy worldwide. In 2025, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has really ramped up its role as a leader in global solar energy efforts, making clear its dedication to speeding up the worldwide switch to cleaner energy sources. They’ve got a pretty diverse range of solar projects throughout Asia, Africa, and Europe, and these initiatives are playing a significant part in cutting down carbon emissions and tackling climate…
Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University and the UAE Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology have formalised a partnership to provide advanced, tech-driven lifelong learning programs for government employees, boosting local talent and supporting sustainable economic growth. Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University (HBMSU) and the UAE’s Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT) have officially formalized a strategic partnership—aiming, honestly, to empower the Emirati workforce within the Ministry by offering advanced, tech-driven lifelong learning programs. This Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) highlights both parties’ dedication to boosting local talent, enhancing the industrial sector’s global standing, and supporting sustainable growth aligned with the…
The 27th edition of WETEX in Dubai will highlight AI advancements and international collaboration to accelerate the UAE’s transition to a sustainable, digital future amid growing global interest. Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) is gearing up to host the 27th edition of the Water, Energy, Technology, and Environment Exhibition (WETEX) from September 30th to October 2nd, 2025, at the Dubai World Trade Centre. This event keeps reflecting the UAE’s leadership in renewable energy, sustainability, and innovation—these are pretty much the main pillars supporting Dubai’s bold vision for a green economy and a sustainable future, I’d say. Since it first…
The UAE Ministry of Economy and Tourism has formed a strategic partnership with Dubai Science Park to enhance IP protection, streamline patent registration, and foster a vibrant innovation ecosystem aligned with national growth initiatives. The UAE Ministry of Economy and Tourism has recently formed a strategic partnership with Dubai Science Park, which is part of the TECOM Group, to boost cooperation in areas like intellectual property (IP) protection and patent registration. Basically, this collaboration—solidified through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)—aims to provide better legal and technical support for companies based within Dubai Science Park and other TECOM zones such as…
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…
