4:07 pm - July 22, 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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Dubai: Dubai’s expanding free zone incentives and streamlined processes are making it easier and cheaper than ever for freelancers, startups, and solopreneurs to launch businesses with minimal upfront costs, benefiting from 0% personal income tax and government grants. Dubai, often synonymous with luxury and extravagance, also stands out as one of the most favourable cities worldwide for low-cost business setups. Its dynamic economy, attractive tax environment, and accessible business setup options make it especially appealing to freelancers, solopreneurs, and startup founders aiming to launch ventures with minimal upfront investment. One of the key advantages Dubai offers is access to…
Dubai: Dubai’s Government Human Resources Department has joined forces with Dubai AI Campus and other partners to train over 10,000 professionals by 2030, focusing on practical AI skills, ethical use, and leadership to position the emirate as a global technology hub. The Dubai Government Human Resources Department (DGHR) has partnered with Dubai AI Campus, a leading hub for artificial intelligence companies in the region, in a determined effort to cultivate AI skills and talent across both public and private sectors. This strategic collaboration, formalised through a Memorandum of Understanding, targets the training of over 10,000 professionals by 2030, aligning…
Middle East: Saudi Arabia and the UAE are expanding investments in Chinese battery energy storage systems to support their ambitious renewable energy targets, leveraging plunging battery prices to accelerate the shift from fossil fuels to solar and wind power. Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are accelerating their renewable energy ambitions by expanding investments in Chinese-made battery energy storage systems, leveraging the recent steep decline in battery prices. These storage systems, essential for smoothing the intermittent supply from solar and wind power, enable excess energy to be stored and released when renewable sources are unavailable, such as…
Dubai: Delta Coatings International has started building a new sustainable global headquarters and manufacturing plant in Dubai Industrial City, aiming to triple its polyurea production capacity and warehouse space by December 2025, while boosting innovation with an advanced R&D centre and training facilities. DELTA Coatings International has embarked on a significant expansion with the commencement of construction on its new global headquarters and manufacturing facility in Dubai Industrial City (DIC). This eco-conscious development forms a central part of the company’s strategic growth plan, aiming to triple both its manufacturing output and warehouse space to meet increasing global demand for…
Dubai: SecureTech marked a strategic milestone by joining the inauguration of Schneider Electric’s flagship regional HQ in Dubai Silicon Oasis, underscoring their commitment to innovation, sustainability, and national efforts like the AED 100 million education initiative and EV infrastructure supporting the UAE’s Net Zero goal. SecureTech recently marked an important milestone by participating in the inauguration of Schneider Electric’s flagship regional headquarters, known as “The NEST,” in Dubai Silicon Oasis. The event was attended by Dr Abdulla Al Nuaimi, Founder and CEO of SecureTech, symbolising the company’s strategic alignment with the UAE’s ongoing push for innovation and sustainability. This…
Dubai: IMCD has launched a new 4,160 sq.ft. state-of-the-art lab hub at Dubai Science Park, strengthening the UAE’s position in regional R&D with specialised centres for food & beverage and coatings, aligned with national innovation agendas and supporting sustainable industrial growth. IMCD, a global leader in specialty chemicals and ingredients distribution and formulation, has inaugurated a cutting-edge laboratory hub at Dubai Science Park (DSP), signalling a significant boost to the UAE’s ambitions as a regional centre for research and development. The new 4,160 sq.ft. facility houses two focused technical centres serving the food and beverage (F&B) and coatings and…
Abu Dhabi: The emirate advances its urban air mobility strategy with the first public test flight of EHang’s autonomous eVTOL, supported by regulatory and infrastructure developments aimed at launching commercial electric air taxis by 2026 and positioning Abu Dhabi as a regional aviation innovation hub. Abu Dhabi has taken a significant stride towards the future of urban mobility with its recent public test flight of a passenger electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. Spearheaded by the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) in collaboration with EHang and Multi Level Group (MLG), and supported by the Smart and Autonomous Systems…
Asia Pacific and Middle East: Stable hiring outlook at +28% in Q3 2025 driven by UAE’s strong +48% employment forecast, robust IT sector growth, and increased automation investment amid ongoing global economic challenges. The Asia Pacific and Middle East (APME) region is showing a stable and resilient hiring outlook for the third quarter of 2025, according to the latest ManpowerGroup Employment Outlook Survey. The Net Employment Outlook (NEO) stands at +28%, holding steady from the previous quarter and marking a 7-point increase from the same period in 2024. This data, collected from over 12,400 employers across ten countries and…
Dubai: Dubai’s rapidly expanding startup scene benefits from increased government support, specialised incubator licensing, and booming innovation hubs, creating lucrative opportunities for incubator founders and entrepreneurs seeking to scale disruptive businesses across tech, fintech, healthcare, and creative sectors. Dubai has cemented its status as a global startup haven, drawing entrepreneurs and tech talent from various regions including Asia, Africa, Europe, and the US. Its strategic geographical location, robust digital infrastructure, and pro-business government policies have created an ideal ecosystem for fostering innovation. As the number of startups in the city—currently exceeding 4,000—continues to rise, so does the demand for…
Middle East: The UAE spearheads a $2bn regional rise in social infrastructure investment by 2027, backed by a record $19.5bn 2025 federal budget prioritising healthcare, education and housing amid rapid population growth and innovative procurement reforms. The Middle East is poised to experience a significant surge in social infrastructure projects over the next two years, driven primarily by population growth and a heightened emphasis on improving quality of life. According to a recent report by Ansarada, a procurement platform, social infrastructure transaction values in the region are expected to escalate from US$1.6 billion in 2024 to an estimated US$2.0…
