11:51 pm - May 18, 2026The ongoing Middle East conflict is causing short-term delays and rising costs in renewable energy projects across the region, but is also prompting a strategic move towards local manufacturing to enhance energy resilience. The ongoing conflict in the Middle East is already having a noticeable impact on the deployment of…
DHL Express partners with SAF One to secure 25,000 tonnes of unblended SAF annually from Bahrain’s first dedicated production site, marking a significant step towards regional decarbonisation and industrialising sustainable aviation fuel in the Gulf. DHL Express has stepped up its efforts to promote cleaner aviation fuels with a new…
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) is ramping up its seawater reverse osmosis capacity to 120 million imperial gallons per day in 2026, marking a strategic move away from thermal desalination towards more energy-efficient, lower-emission methods. Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) is planning to add another 120 million imperial…
As the Middle East considers expanding its nuclear capacity to meet surging demand and climate goals, it grapples with security, climate risks, and regional stability, highlighting a complex debate over the future of low-carbon energy in a volatile region. Nuclear power is once again grabbing the spotlight across the Middle…
NanoCarbonX’s deal with Graphene Star to establish a localised graphene manufacturing plant in Abu Dhabi could transform the UAE into a key supplier of the high-demand material, bolstering industrial self-sufficiency and sustainability. NanoCarbonX has recently entered into a manufacturing agreement with Graphene Star that could potentially position the UAE as…
The emirate launches a major AED55 billion programme of new projects spanning transport, infrastructure and social services, aiming to boost private-sector involvement and enhance resilience amid rapid growth. Abu Dhabi has kicked off a fresh wave of public-private partnership (PPP) opportunities, unveiling 24 new projects valued at AED55 billion across…
Sony Middle East and Africa has activated a 391.2 kWp rooftop solar system at its Dubai headquarters, exemplifying the increasing adoption of distributed clean energy solutions across the UAE’s industrial zones amidst regional progress in solar deployment. Sony Middle East and Africa recently brought a 391.2 kWp solar power system…
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The Higher Colleges of Technology has launched a significant solar project across six campuses, aligning with the UAE’s national net zero ambitions and advancing campus-based renewable energy initiatives. The Higher Colleges of Technology has started ramping up its on-site solar generation efforts across its campuses after signing a deal with Three Eight Six, an independent power producer. This move aligns with the UAE’s broader push toward decarbonising its electricity grid and boosting overall energy efficiency, which is pretty interesting, right? According to the announcement, the project will cover six campuses spread across Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Al Ain, where approximately…
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority unveils a pioneering AI-enabled bus station at Mall of the Emirates, integrating digital services, passenger tracking, and sustainability to transform urban transit. Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has unveiled what it claims is the world’s first AI-powered smart bus station, a hub where digital services, passenger tracking, and sustainability features come together in a regular transit setting. The new station, located at Mall of the Emirates, is part of Dubai’s larger goal to develop a more unified public transportation system. As per a statement from the Dubai Media Office, the idea is to make traveling…
Dubai Municipality has completed the Middle East’s first mobile mapping survey of waterways, signalling a shift towards more advanced digital infrastructure and smarter urban management, with future plans to replicate the approach across all emirate waterways. Dubai Municipality has wrapped up what they’re calling the Middle East’s first-ever pilot survey of waterways using mobile mapping tech, and this really signals a bigger shift in how the emirate plans to handle its digital infrastructure, manage assets, and spruce up urban planning. The project involved a Leica TRK system mounted on a specially fitted vessel, which was used to collect data along…
The Zayed Sustainability Prize opens entries for 2027, offering a total of $7.2 million to support scalable solutions across health, food, energy, water, and climate action, aiming to showcase impactful innovations from around the world and in the UAE. The Zayed Sustainability Prize has just opened up entries for its 2027 round, shining a brighter light on innovations and community projects that could help address some serious environmental and social issues. Backed by the UAE, this award invites small and medium-sized businesses, nonprofit groups, and even high schools to compete across six categories: Health, Food, Energy, Water, Climate Action, and…
Schneider Electric highlights the UAE’s rapid progress in reshaping its industrial landscape through bold investments in automation, AI, and smart manufacturing, positioning the country as a global leader in industrial innovation. Schneider Electric has noted that the UAE has really taken the lead compared to most countries when it comes to reshaping its industrial landscape. They argue that in just a few years, the emirate has managed to develop a more ambitious manufacturing model than many economies achieve over several decades, pretty impressive, if you ask me. Aml Al Shazli, who’s the president of Schneider Electric for the Gulf region,…
The UAE is reshaping its industrial landscape by prioritising artificial intelligence, boosting local participation, and integrating sustainability with economic growth, signalling a major strategic shift at the Make it in the Emirates 2026 event. The UAE is gradually reshaping its industrial future, placing bigger bets on artificial intelligence, cutting-edge manufacturing,…
Dana Gas and British company Levidian are set to develop the Sharjah Graphene Park, aiming to transform lab-developed graphene into a significant industrial venture aligned with the UAE’s push for innovative, sustainable manufacturing. Dana Gas has taken steps to turn a promising lab-developed material into a full-fledged industrial venture in…
The UAE Water Aid Foundation has extended the submission deadline for its prestigious water innovation award until September 30, 2026, encouraging more international entries focused on AI and renewable energy solutions to combat water scarcity. The UAE Water Aid Foundation, commonly known as Suqia UAE, has decided to extend the…
Dubai Holding has selected 15 innovative scale-ups from a pool of over 1,400 applicants across 93 countries for its second Innovate For Tomorrow Impact Accelerator, highlighting a growing regional shift towards practical climate solutions aligned with national sustainability goals. Dubai Holding has refined its search, whittling down a pool of…
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ROX leverages the ‘Make it in the Emirates 2026’ initiative to build a connected ecosystem of advanced manufacturing, AI, and talent development, aiming for 300,000 vehicle production annually by 2030 and positioning Abu Dhabi as a key industrial hub. ROX has leveraged the “Make it in the Emirates 2026” initiative to lay out a broader industrial playbook for the UAE. This strategy aims to connect artificial intelligence, advanced materials, logistics, manufacturing, and talent development into a cohesive ecosystem, which it claims can foster both local production and boost exports. The company frames this approach as part of a “Made in…
Abu Dhabi’s leading energy players EWEC and Masdar sign a new framework to streamline large-scale renewable projects, aiming to accelerate the UAE’s ambitious aim of sourcing 60% of its energy from renewables by 2035 while enhancing grid stability and water sustainability. EWEC and Masdar have recently agreed on a new framework aimed at speeding up the next phase of the UAE’s clean energy expansion. This move signals a deeper level of collaboration between two of Abu Dhabi’s major energy players, especially at a time when the country is doubling down on decarbonisation, ensuring power stability, and boosting industrial growth. The…
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The Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC) has announced registration for the second batch of the 2026 Clean Energy Certificates auction, offering businesses another opportunity to certify their electricity consumption from renewable sources amid growing market demand and climate commitments. Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC) has kicked off registration for the second batch of the 2026 Clean Energy Certificates (CEC) auction, giving businesses in Abu Dhabi yet another opportunity to log their electricity consumption as coming from renewable or clean sources. The deadline for registration is set for April 30, with the results expected by May 7, EWEC has…
A new collaboration between Service My Car and PlusX Electric exemplifies the UAE’s evolving automotive landscape, supporting households managing both petrol and electric vehicles with streamlined, bundled services amid rapid EV adoption and infrastructure growth. A fresh partnership between Service My Car and PlusX Electric highlights a shift that, honestly, is becoming more noticeable on the UAE’s streets. These days, many households aren’t just choosing between petrol and electric vehicles anymore, they’re managing both types simultaneously, which is quite interesting to see. This collaboration aims to make that transition a whole lot smoother. Service My Car offers its digital platform…
In a recent advisory, IRENA highlights the rising importance of renewables not just for climate goals but as vital safeguards against economic and geopolitical energy vulnerabilities, urging governments to accelerate clean energy deployment. A recent advisory from the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) paints the current fuel shock as more than just a market disturbance; it’s a wake-up call about how quickly dependence on imported energy can turn into a strategic vulnerability. IRENA pointed out that renewables are already playing a significant role in helping countries cope with supply disruptions and lessen their exposure to the rollercoaster of fossil fuel…
The International Renewable Energy Agency announces its latest call for young entrepreneurs worldwide to join a four-month hybrid programme aimed at transforming innovative climate and energy ideas into scalable, market-ready solutions, supported by capacity building, mentorship, and investor connections. The International Renewable Energy Agency has started taking applications for its fourth round of the NewGen Renewable Energy Accelerator, a program aimed at supporting young entrepreneurs in transforming their climate and energy ideas into scalable businesses. Supported by the UAE government and operated alongside Social Alpha and the Enel Foundation, this accelerator is focused on startups and growing companies working in…
Ajman Chamber introduces a new industry forum as part of its Eco Smart Industry programme to promote cleaner production, resource efficiency, and sustainability among local factories, aligning with UAE’s broader climate and economic goals. Ajman Chamber has rolled out a new industry forum to kickstart its “Eco Smart Industry” program, a move aimed at encouraging factories to embrace cleaner production methods, reduce resource consumption, and operate more efficiently. The chamber mentioned that the first phase of this initiative is already in motion. It followed a recent forum, titled “Sustainability in the Industrial Sector”, which brought together government officials and factory…
New research from the UAE reveals how surface fibres of date palms can be converted into bio-oil, offering a sustainable solution to agricultural waste and advancing regional bioenergy initiatives. Researchers in the UAE have uncovered a new pathway for turning date palm waste into bio-oil, which adds a fresh twist to efforts aimed at making better use of one of the Gulf region’s most plentiful agricultural leftovers. This work, published in ACS Omega, zeroes in on the fibrous coating that envelops date palm trunks and fronds. According to the study’s authors, these surface fibers are everywhere, plentiful, inexpensive, renewable, and…
As companies in the UAE integrate smarter, more flexible energy storage solutions, they are transforming from support roles into central elements of operational resilience, financial efficiency, and sustainability, driven by advances in technology and policy incentives. For companies aiming to cut emissions without compromising reliability, energy storage is increasingly shifting from a mere support function to a core operational strategy. In reality, its value isn’t just about producing cleaner energy from solar or wind sources anymore. It’s more about controlling when that power is used, how it’s stored, and how securely it can be delivered when demand peaks or the…
New legislation in the U.S. rapidly narrows the window for solar project support, forcing industry stakeholders to accelerate timelines amid rising costs and stricter compliance rules following the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. Solar developers and corporate buyers are feeling the squeeze, being pushed into a tighter decision window after the One Big Beautiful Bill Act reshaped the economics of clean power in the U.S. Passed into law on July 4, 2025, the legislation accelerates the phasing out of the federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC) and Production Tax Credit (PTC), while also tightening rules around domestic content and foreign ownership,…
Abu Dhabi-based startup Kinetic7 unveils portable, safe hydrogen-powered stoves designed to provide clean, emission-free cooking solutions for remote, disaster-prone, and underserved populations worldwide, aiming to address health, safety, and gender equity challenges. Kinetic7, a clean-tech startup based in Abu Dhabi, is taking a new approach to tackling one of the world’s most stubborn problems, energy and health-related, namely, how to cook safely without generating smoke, soot, or needing dedicated fuel storage. The company, founded by Rick Parish, claims to have developed a hydrogen-on-demand system that produces gas directly from water at the point of use. Basically, this means the fuel…
The UAE introduces a renewable 10-year visa targeting environmental scientists, investors, and sustainability leaders, reinforcing its commitment to becoming a regional climate hub and green economy centre. The UAE has recently started issuing its Blue Residency Visa, a renewable permit valid for 10 years, aimed at individuals whose work has made significant contributions to environmental protection, climate action, and sustainability. This initiative aligns well with the country’s broader goal of establishing itself as a regional hub for clean energy, green technology, and climate research. According to the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Port Security, this visa is available…
