9:13 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: EDF Renewables and Korea Western Power (KOWEPO) partner on two 1.5 GW solar projects to supply 160,000 homes, significantly cutting emissions and advancing the UAE’s shift from natural gas towards renewable energy by 2030. The global push for renewable energy has taken a significant step forward with a joint agreement between EDF Renewables, a French energy company, and Korea Western Power (KOWEPO) to develop a 1.5 GW solar photovoltaic project in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The project, known as Al Zarraf, was awarded to the consortium as part of a competitive tender process involving 16 qualified companies, with…
Abu Dhabi: On World Environment Day, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan reaffirmed the UAE’s commitment to fighting plastic pollution and advancing sustainability, launching the 2nd Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Environmental Award to promote innovation in environmental protection. His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, reaffirmed a commitment to environmental preservation during the recent observance of World Environment Day on June 5. His remarks highlighted the collective obligation towards safeguarding the planet and its resources for the benefit of future generations. In a tweet on the social media platform X, he stated,…
UAE: AliExpress is set to introduce electric vehicle sales in the UAE this June, targeting affordability and accessibility during the Summer Sale, supporting the region’s rapid EV market growth and sustainability goals under Vision 2031, with plans to expand across the GCC. AliExpress is set to transform the online shopping landscape by offering customers the ability to buy electric vehicles (EVs) directly through its platform, marking a significant development in the e-commerce sector. Launching during the anticipated Summer Sale in June, this innovative service will initially cater to consumers in the UAE, with plans to expand across the Gulf…
UAE: On World Environment Day, the UAE President reaffirmed the nation’s climate commitment, unveiling expanded plastic pollution bans effective from 2024 and 2026, alongside scientific initiatives to monitor marine waste, reflecting the country’s accelerating ambition for a circular economy and environmental leadership. On World Environment Day, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, reaffirmed the country’s commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainable development. In a message shared on social media platform X, he underscored the UAE’s collaboration with the international community, declaring a shared vision of a healthier, resilient world and the urgency of…
UAE: A new initiative, Unisoap UAE, recycles over three tonnes of discarded hotel soap annually to produce quality hygiene products for vulnerable groups, while reducing waste and promoting female empowerment in the hospitality sector. Each year, hotels in the UAE discard an astonishing 16 million bars of soap, a staggering amount primarily due to the excessive waste culture seen in the hospitality industry, where many soaps are used only once. In response, a transformative grassroots initiative known as Unisoap UAE has emerged, focusing on recycling these used bars into new soap products to support vulnerable communities while simultaneously addressing…
UAE: E& enterprise and Exeed Industries have signed a strategic MoU to develop a tailored Industry 4.0 roadmap for five factories, integrating AI, IIoT, and digital twins to boost efficiency and sustainability, backed by Abu Dhabi investment and aligned with national Net Zero and Make it in the Emirates initiatives. e& enterprise, the digital transformation arm of e&, has taken a significant step towards enhancing the UAE’s manufacturing landscape by partnering with Exeed Industries. The two entities have inked a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at accelerating the country’s transition to Industry 4.0. This partnership will focus on…
Dubai: Veracity World, founded in 2013, leads sustainable e-waste solutions in the UAE by refurbishing, re-marketing, and recycling obsolete electronics, supporting Dubai government initiatives and expanding its footprint into Africa and the USA to drive environmental and economic benefits. In an age where electronic waste (e-waste) poses a significant environmental threat, innovative companies are emerging to mitigate the crisis. One such company is Veracity World, a Dubai-based enterprise dedicated to reimagining the disposal of electronic materials. With a commitment to sustainability and resourcefulness, Veracity World is not just cleaning up the rapidly accumulating e-waste; it is endeavouring to transform…
Abu Dhabi: The UAE’s Industrial Decarbonisation Roadmap targets a 93% emissions cut in heavy industries by 2050, with pioneering projects like Emirates Steel Arkan’s pilot aiming to reduce cement CO₂ emissions by up to 35% amid challenges from weak demand for low-carbon products. The UAE is making substantial progress towards a low-carbon cement industry, driven by its ambitious Industrial Decarbonisation Roadmap announced during COP28 in December 2023. This initiative aims to significantly reduce CO₂ emissions in the industrial sector by 2.9 gigatonnes by 2050, with particular focus on heavy-emitting sectors such as cement, steel, and aluminium. The roadmap investigates…
Dubai-based startup Greener Herd launches an Arabic livestock app, rapidly growing across nine countries, to optimise farm productivity, reduce feed costs, and introduce emissions tracking, with ambitions to expand further in Saudi Arabia and Egypt while fostering rural sustainability. Greener Herd, a dynamic startup based in Dubai, has launched an innovative Arabic-language livestock management platform tailored specifically for producers in the Middle East. The app, which is now live on both the Google Play Store and App Store, has rapidly gained traction, logging over 20,000 animals and attracting more than 500 active users across nine countries, including major markets…
Dubai: The Dubai Future District Fund has announced over $1.65 billion in commitments, supporting more than 190 startups and planning significant investment in climate technology, as Dubai advances its status as a global hub for innovation and sustainable growth in 2024. Dubai is making significant strides in its ambition to become a global hub for innovation and technology, as evidenced by the recent achievements of the Dubai Future District Fund (DFDF). The DFDF announced that it has successfully secured over $1.65 billion in capital commitments, supporting more than 190 startups. This milestone, unveiled during the fund’s Annual General Meeting,…
