2:06 pm - 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: ADQ acquires a 35% stake in Limagrain Vegetable Seeds and launches a joint R&D centre at Silal’s Innovation Oasis to create non-GMO, climate-smart vegetable seeds suited for arid regions, supporting the UAE’s National Food Security Strategy 2051 and broader global desert agriculture. ADQ, the sovereign investment firm of Abu Dhabi, is moving forward with a significant strategic investment aimed at transforming agriculture in arid regions. The firm has signed a definitive agreement to acquire a 35% stake in Limagrain Vegetable Seeds, the vegetable seed division of the French cooperative Groupe Limagrain, which ranks as the world’s fourth-largest…
UK: Microlise’s new integration with HaulageHub’s digital freight marketplace reduces empty running in haulage by streamlining load sharing and providing real-time emissions data, helping operators cut carbon footprints significantly and improving supply chain efficiency across thousands of hauliers. Microlise, a prominent technology solutions provider in the logistics sector, has launched a new integration with HaulageHub, a digital freight marketplace, to help hauliers reduce carbon emissions and improve operational efficiency. This development aims to tackle one of the haulage industry’s most persistent problems: ’empty running’—the practice of vehicles travelling without cargo, which accounts for roughly 30% of all HGV miles…
United Arab Emirates: The UAE has launched its Waste to Zero initiative, aiming to decarbonise waste management and recycle 80% of municipal waste by 2031 as part of its Net Zero 2050 Strategy, reinforcing its commitment to cutting emissions and driving economic growth through sustainability. In recent years, the United Arab Emirates has emerged as a leading force in global sustainability efforts, with an ambitious focus on transforming waste management within its broader climate goals. Central to this drive is the “Waste to Zero” initiative, launched to decarbonise waste and convert it into valuable resources. This initiative aligns closely…
Sharjah: Zaha Hadid Architects and BEEAH Group launch Khalid Bin Sultan City, a sustainable 1.5km masterplan featuring a shaded green spine, walkable neighbourhoods, AI-driven smart infrastructure, and a cultural hub designed to advance Sharjah’s environmental and economic goals. Khalid Bin Sultan City, a visionary urban development recently unveiled by Zaha Hadid Architects (ZHA) in collaboration with Sharjah’s BEEAH Group, represents a bold reimagining of city life at the edge of the desert. Spanning 1.5 kilometres, the master plan prioritises walkability, sustainability, and community, making it a pioneering example of climate-responsive, AI-powered smart urbanism. The city’s defining feature is a…
Abu Dhabi: The Climate Tribe, founded by Her Highness Sheikha Shamma bint Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan, has launched its inaugural sustainable collaboration hub designed to blend Emirati heritage with climate innovation, fostering climate-conscious creativity and community-driven environmental solutions. In a significant stride toward fostering collective climate action, The Climate Tribe has inaugurated its first-ever sustainable collaboration hub in Abu Dhabi. Established by Her Highness Sheikha Shamma bint Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan in 2023, The Climate Tribe is a UAE-based social enterprise committed to inspiring climate-conscious behaviour through storytelling, creativity, and community engagement. The hub officially opened with…
The UAE’s $120M investment in UrbanForge will significantly enhance urban planning and development. United Arab Emirates: The UAE commits $120 million to FinOracleAI over six years to expand UrbanForge, an AI platform designed to model and optimise sustainable urban environments, aligning with the nation’s digital and economic diversification goals including Dubai’s D33 Agenda. The government of the United Arab Emirates has announced a significant investment of $120 million in FinOracleAI, a company focused on applied artificial intelligence, to support the development and expansion of UrbanForge—an AI-driven platform designed to revolutionize urban planning. This six-year partnership aims to leverage UrbanForge’s…
Dubai: Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) and Dubai Municipality deepen their collaboration at Moro Hub, focusing on AI integration, green data centres, and digital innovation to advance the emirate’s smart city ambitions. His Excellency Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Managing Director and CEO of DEWA, welcomed a high-level delegation from Dubai Municipality. This visit, led by His Excellency Marwan Bin Ghalita, Director General of Dubai Municipality, centered on enhancing collaboration between the two entities. They discussed advancing digital transformation and smart city initiatives, particularly their ongoing partnership. Also present were senior executives from Digital DEWA and Moro Hub, underlining the…
Abu Dhabi: The UAE’s capital has launched its inaugural drone delivery trial, transporting parcels over Khalifa City via a winch-based drone system. This marks a major step towards scalable urban aerial logistics, supported by governmental and private sector partnerships, with expansions into medical and passenger drone networks underway. The UAE has embarked on a significant journey into autonomous aerial logistics with the launch of its first drone delivery trial in Abu Dhabi. This pioneering step, led by aviation technology provider Lodd Autonomous in partnership with 7X, a public postal company, marks a notable advancement in the nation’s logistics sector.…
Abu Dhabi: The Abu Dhabi Fund for Development has pledged AED752 million to enhance GCC power grid connectivity, linking UAE and Saudi Arabia substations and enabling wider integration of renewable energy, underpinning a $20bn regional electricity market and advancing the UAE’s decarbonisation goals. The Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) has recently committed AED752 million (approximately $205 million) to a significant project aimed at expanding the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) power grid and integrating it more closely with the UAE’s national electricity network. This agreement with the Gulf Cooperation Council Interconnection Authority (GCCIA), signed in Abu Dhabi, marks a strategic…
Dubai: Continuous air conditioning use amid desert dust, sandstorms, and high humidity makes professional AC duct cleaning vital to prevent health risks, reduce energy costs, and maintain HVAC efficiency. Experts recommend cleaning every 12 to 18 months, especially in construction-exposed areas. Dubai’s hot desert climate, characterized by year-round reliance on air conditioning, makes AC duct cleaning a vital service for maintaining indoor air quality, health, and HVAC system efficiency. With air conditioners working almost continuously, the ductwork inside homes can become a hidden reservoir for dust, allergens, and biological contaminants such as mold and bacteria, which can compromise both…
