The UAE Independent Climate Change Accelerators (UICCA), in collaboration with Amazon and 7X, has released a pivotal report aimed at fast-tracking the adoption of electric light commercial vehicles (ELCVs) across the UAE. The publication emerged from extensive consultations among leading stakeholders in both public and private sectors, including logistics firms, energy and transport authorities, and regulatory bodies. This report was unveiled during a UICCA-led panel at the Mobility Live Middle East conference in Dubai, where experts discussed its key policy recommendations. These recommendations include establishing dedicated charging zones for commercial EVs, standardising regulatory frameworks nationwide, promoting circular economy solutions for battery recycling, and introducing incentives to encourage EV uptake among fleet operators.
The report reflects outcomes from a May 2024 Policy Hack event, which brought together more than 50 representatives spanning logistics, EV infrastructure providers, government ministries, and fleet managers. The discussions centred on identifying obstacles and potential pathways to electrify delivery fleets in a sector that is critical for the UAE’s broader decarbonisation ambitions. Sheikha Shamma bint Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan, President and CEO of UICCA, emphasised the importance of these findings, noting that accelerating ELCVs adoption goes beyond carbon reduction; it holds potential to transform urban mobility, catalyse green investments, and shape a smarter, resilient transport ecosystem in the UAE. She urged swift implementation of coordinated actions to build an enabling environment for systemic change.
Amazon’s Director of Operations for the Middle East, Africa, and Türkiye, Prashant Saran, highlighted the UAE’s strategic leadership role in the regional transition to electric commercial vehicles. He underlined Amazon’s ongoing commitment to public-private collaboration, infrastructure investment, and scalable technology solutions supporting the country’s ambitious sustainability targets, including the company’s own net-zero carbon pledge. Tariq Al Wahedi, Group CEO of 7X, echoed this sentiment, stressing the national imperative of electrifying last-mile logistics and the need for scalable EV infrastructure tailored to the UAE’s unique logistics landscape.
This initiative forms part of a larger project aligning with the UAE’s National Electric Vehicles Policy, which aims to cut energy consumption in the transport sector by 20% by 2050 and increase the proportion of electric vehicles to half of the total fleet. The UAE has already taken significant steps toward electrification, exemplified by Dubai’s substantial rise in electric vehicle numbers—from about 15,000 in 2022 to nearly 26,000 by the end of 2023—and ambitious plans by the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) to nearly triple public Green Charging Stations by 2025.
Furthermore, the UAE government is investing heavily in the electric commercial vehicle market, with over AED 600 billion earmarked for renewable energy development as part of its climate neutrality goal for 2050. This investment complements efforts to integrate electric buses in public transport and enforce stringent emissions regulations, collectively fostering a robust foundation for ELCV growth within the country.
UICCA, established in 2022 and led by Sheikha Shamma, operates as a non-partisan entity dedicated to propelling the UAE’s net zero commitment, advocating for practical climate solutions that promote economic growth, job creation, and the UAE’s emergence as a global ESG hub. Beyond policy engagement, UICCA also supports innovation through initiatives like its 2024 Launchpad Programme, which accelerates green startups and small enterprises focusing on carbon reduction technologies, including hydrogen fuel cells, carbon capture, and waste-to-energy technologies.
The release of the ELCV report highlights the UAE’s integrated approach to climate action, combining regulatory frameworks, private sector collaboration, and technological innovation to drive a sustainable logistics future. The report’s comprehensive recommendations and stakeholder engagement underscore an urgent momentum to not only meet but exceed the nation’s ambitious sustainability goals.
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- https://www.mediaoffice.abudhabi/en/environment/in-partnership-with-amazon-and-7x-uae-independent-climate-change-accelerators-issues-report-on-uae-commercial-electric-vehicles-landscape/ – Please view link – unable to able to access data
- https://uicca.ae/news-and-media/recent-news/uae-set-to-launch-the-regions-first-independent-climate-change-accelerators-led-by-sheikha-shamma-bint-sultan-bin-khalifa-al-nah – The UAE Independent Climate Change Accelerators (UICCA) was announced during New York Climate Week in September 2022. Led by Sheikha Shamma bint Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan, UICCA is a non-partisan entity aiming to drive the UAE’s commitment towards net zero by 2050. The organisation focuses on providing advice and recommendations to stakeholders on positive climate action, facilitating the transition to a green economy. UICCA’s mission includes boosting GDP growth, increasing job creation, and reinforcing the UAE’s position as a global Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) hub.
- https://www.pwc.com/m1/en/publications/emobility-outlook-2024-uae-edition.html – The UAE has set ambitious targets for electric vehicle (EV) adoption, aiming for electric and hybrid vehicles to account for 50% of all vehicles on its roads by 2050. This goal is part of the UAE’s broader strategy to reduce energy consumption in the transport sector by 20% by 2050. Dubai, in particular, has seen significant growth in EV numbers, with 25,929 electric vehicles reported by the end of December 2023, up from 15,100 in 2022. The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) plans to increase the city’s network of public Green Charging Stations by 170%, from 370 in 2023 to 1,000 by 2025.
- https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220627005341/en/UAE-Electric-Commercial-Vehicle-Market-2022-2027-Government-Investment-of-AED600-Billion-Driving-Growth—ResearchAndMarkets.com – The UAE electric commercial vehicle market is anticipated to grow significantly, driven by the government’s focus on promoting clean energy vehicles and the rising demand for zero-emission vehicles in the e-commerce and logistics sectors. The UAE government has planned to achieve climate neutrality by 2050, with over AED600 billion invested in renewable energy to develop the Emirates into a dynamic economy. Additionally, the increasing adoption of electric buses in public transport fleets and stringent government regulations on pollution levels are contributing to the market’s growth.
- https://www.mediaoffice.abudhabi/en/environment/uae-independent-climate-change-accelerators-launchpad-programme-start-ups-and-smes-present-carbon-reduction-technologies-ahead-of-cop29/ – The UAE Independent Climate Change Accelerators (UICCA) concluded its 2024 Launchpad Programme on November 7, showcasing eight startups and SMEs presenting innovative carbon solution technologies. The programme aims to create a fast-track pathway for green startups to operate and scale in the UAE, focusing on advancing carbon solutions that directly address decarbonisation efforts. The selected participants, chosen from over 70 global applicants, presented technologies spanning carbon capture and removal, waste-to-energy, hydrogen fuel cells, and carbon accounting.
- https://www.mediaoffice.abudhabi/en/environment/uae-independent-climate-change-accelerators-launches-climate-call-an-interactive-platform-to-accelerate-innovative-climate-action-ideas-ani0uo65 – The UAE Independent Climate Change Accelerators (UICCA) launched ‘Climate Call’, an interactive platform designed to accelerate innovative climate action ideas. Open to all, Climate Call serves as an amplifier for communities, offering an accessible platform to share promising concepts, collaborate on feasible solutions, and receive tangible support to develop and implement ideas that can create real positive progress for the planet. In its pilot phase, more than 200 young people and university students participated in a series of ‘hackathons’, generating over 70 ideas across three challenges.
- https://uicca.ae/news-and-media/recent-news/uae-independent-climate-change-accelerators-strengthens-global-partnerships-at-london-climate-action-week – The UAE Independent Climate Change Accelerators (UICCA), led by Her Highness Sheikha Shamma bint Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan, attended London Climate Action Week (LCAW) in July 2023. During the event, UICCA engaged in strategic discussions and addressed audiences at a series of high-level events. The focus was on accelerating the global clean economy, delivering fair and inclusive climate transitions, and expanding networks for ‘whole of society’ action. UICCA engaged with key stakeholders across international governments, finance, NGOs, and private organisations, including Chatham House, EY, and the Cherie Blair Foundation for Women.
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The narrative originates from the UAE Independent Climate Change Accelerators (UICCA), a reputable non-profit organisation dedicated to climate action in the UAE. The involvement of Amazon and 7X further enhances the credibility of the report.
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10
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The claims about the UAE’s commitment to electric vehicle adoption align with existing policies and targets, such as the National Electric Vehicles Policy aiming for 50% EVs by 2050. The recommendations for dedicated charging zones, standardised regulations, and incentives are consistent with ongoing initiatives in the UAE. The language and tone are appropriate for the region and topic, and the report provides specific details supporting its claims.
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