7:12 am - October 19, 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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Abu Dhabi: Masdar swung back to profit in 2024, posting a net profit of $112m and tripling assets to 59.8bn dirhams. Key moves include a €5.2bn UK offshore wind investment and multiple acquisitions in Europe and beyond, as it targets 100 GW capacity by 2030. Abu Dhabi-based renewables company Masdar has announced a return to profitability in 2024, posting a net profit of 412 million dirhams ($112.18 million) after a net loss of 44 million dirhams the previous year. This robust financial performance accompanied a dramatic surge in the company’s total assets, which more than tripled to 59.8 billion dirhams…
Dubai: IFZA, in partnership with Plug and Play, unveils Scale360, a startup accelerator designed to connect international startups with leading corporations, supporting growth across AI, sustainability, robotics, and smart city tech while strengthening the UAE’s role as a major innovation hub.IFZA, one of the most dynamic Free Zone communities globally, has unveiled Scale360, a pioneering startup accelerator launched in partnership with the innovation platform Plug and Play. This strategic initiative is designed to serve as a bridge between internationally scaling startups and leading global corporations, particularly fostering a gateway for startups eager to enter the UAE’s burgeoning market. Scale360 aims…
Dubai: The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority’s Hassyan seawater reverse osmosis desalination plant, the world’s largest under the independent water producer model, has scooped the 2024 Middle East and Africa Deal of the Year award for its record-low tariff and pioneering green water production. Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has been honoured with the ‘Middle East and Africa Deal of the Year 2024’ award by Project Finance International (PFI) for its pioneering Hassyan seawater reverse osmosis (RO) desalination project. This project, boasting a capacity of 180 million imperial gallons per day (MIGD), is the largest of its kind globally…
Dubai: Dubai Taxi Company reported an 18% revenue rise in Q2 2025, driven by fleet growth and higher trip volumes, while net profit climbed 33%. Electrification efforts and partnerships with Bolt and Al-Futtaim signal accelerated moves towards greener and digital mobility in the UAE. Dubai Taxi Company (DTC) has reported a robust financial performance in the second quarter of 2025, with revenue rising 18 percent year-on-year to AED 625.2 million ($170 million). This growth was largely driven by the expansion of its taxi fleet and increased trip volumes, underscoring the company’s strong operational momentum. For the first half of 2025,…
Middle East and North Africa: The renewable energy market in MENA is projected to grow at a 14.4% annual rate, reaching $59.9 billion by 2030. Key drivers include solar and wind projects in Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, and Morocco, supported by major national strategies and green hydrogen ambitions. The renewable energy market in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region is set for significant expansion, with projections indicating it will reach nearly $60 billion by 2030. This growth is estimated to occur at a compound annual growth rate of 14.4% between 2025 and 2030, according to a recent study…
Dubai: With dust and sandstorms cutting solar panel efficiency by up to 25%, Dubai solar users are turning to innovative robotic cleaners, nanotech coatings, and professional services to maintain energy output and protect investments in extreme desert conditions. In the sun-drenched city of Dubai, solar panels have become essential for homes and businesses striving to reduce electricity costs and embrace greener energy solutions. However, maintaining their efficiency in such an arid environment presents unique challenges. The region’s frequent dust, heat, and occasional sandstorms lead to rapid accumulation of dirt and debris on panels, significantly impairing their performance. Consequently, regular and…
Dubai: Dubai Municipality has signed a strategic MoU with BiOD Technology to collect and convert used cooking oils and fats into B100 biodiesel, advancing the emirate’s Vision 2030 goals for a circular economy and reducing waste-related environmental impacts. Dubai Municipality has formalised a strategic partnership with BiOD Technology FZCO, a subsidiary of DUBAL Holding, through a recently signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at bolstering environmental sustainability and circular economy initiatives in the emirate. This collaboration focuses on the collection and conversion of used cooking oils (UCO), along with fats, oils, and grease (FOG), into B100 biodiesel — a renewable…
Dubai: DEWA and Shell discuss AI’s transformative role in energy security, highlighting Dubai’s Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park expansion and DEWA’s AI-native utility roadmap, setting benchmarks in smart infrastructure and sustainable green economy leadership. Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Managing Director and CEO of the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), recently engaged in discussions with a senior delegation from Shell, headed by Fakher Bader, Shell’s Country Chair for Iraq and the UAE. The meeting prominently featured Shell’s latest report, “The 2025 Energy Security Scenarios: Energy and Artificial Intelligence,” which examines the transformative role artificial intelligence (AI) could play…
UAE: The UAE is rapidly expanding its EV fast-charging stations and enhancing government incentives, making electric vehicles more accessible and practical amid rising fuel prices and Vision 2030 sustainability goals, with options ranging from affordable models to luxury cars backed by extensive infrastructure. The growing popularity of electric vehicles (EVs) in the United Arab Emirates is a notable trend driven by both economic and environmental motivations. As fuel prices continue to rise, more residents are turning to EVs not just to save on fuel costs but also to embrace cleaner, quieter, and more sustainable transportation options. The UAE government’s strong…
Abu Dhabi: Lodd’s successful sub-scale Hili flight tests validate avionics ahead of full-scale trials, underpinning plans for a vertiport network with Skyports to boost autonomous cargo and passenger air mobility across the emirate. Abu Dhabi-based autonomous aerial logistics company LODD has successfully completed flight tests of its sub-scale Hili cargo eVTOL, marking a significant milestone in the development of its long-range autonomous aircraft. According to Rashid Al Manai, LODD’s CEO, the sub-scale Hili has achieved a smooth transition to cruise flight, validating the in-house developed avionics and software. The company’s next step is to conduct flight testing of the full-scale…
