Sustainability

Abu Dhabi’s Masdar announces $1.4 billion acquisition of Saeta from Brookfield

The acquisition encompasses a portfolio of 745 megawatts (MW) of primarily wind energy assets 

DET, HaejooX partner to deploy 20,000 reef modules in Dubai Reef

Deployment of the first 1,000 purpose-built reef modules to commence in late November 2024

UAE, IRENA forge partnership to boost climate ambitions in 20 developing nations

The partnership aims to leverage the UAE’s climate leadership and IRENA’s role in NDC development and sustainable energy transition 

Egypt invests $300 billion in infrastructure development over 10 years, says minister

El Khatib underscored the need to continue infrastructure development to achieve 6 to 7 percent economic growth

Abu Dhabi’s Masdar secures $159 million for 154 MW Čibuk 2 wind farm, powering 62,000 households

Non-recourse financing has been secured from lenders UniCredit and Erste Bank Serbia

UAE, U.S. strengthen strategic partnership as trade reaches $39.5 billion in 2023

The UAE President's visit marks a significant moment in over fifty years of bilateral relations between the two nations

Abu Dhabi’s G42, NVIDIA partner to advance climate technology

The two companies will establish a new operational base and a climate tech lab in Abu Dhabi

VERSES AI, Analog launch smart city pilot in Abu Dhabi to optimize taxi fleet management

The project aims to simulate taxi fleet management in Abu Dhabi using the Genius platform

AD Ports Group’s 2023 highlights: 5,000 tons of CO2 saved, 124 CSR projects launched

The Group achieved 7 percent drop in electricity consumption, 174 percent increase in recycled waste

Abu Dhabi launches green bus service: Clean hydrogen and electric vehicles now on Route 65 in Al Reem Island 

The Green Bus service launch highlights Abu Dhabi's commitment to sustainable public transport 

SIF 2024: Agritech’s transformative power boosts UAE’s food security

Forum highlighted the key role entrepreneurship plays in advancing smart solutions for food security

$2.16 billion invested in seven new UAE renewable energy projects from H2 2023 to H1 2024

13 solar projects will add by end of 2024 10.6 GW to UAE’s grid

UAE’s MoEI, EtihadWE launch initiative to boost renewable energy adoption in Northern Emirates

Northern Emirates residents can now harness energy with rooftop solar panels

UAE’s Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure partners with Siemens Energy to promote green energy

This partnership will focus on addressing upcoming challenges related to grid infrastructure

Middle East set to achieve $75.6 billion in renewable energy investments: Report

These investments encompass 116 renewable energy are expected to become operational between 2025 and 2030

World Utilities Congress 2024 addresses critical challenges in energy transitions, water security

The World Utilities Congress this year is co-located with the 6th Arab Water Forum

Dubai to host ‘The Africa Debate’ on October 31 to boost trade, investment

The event reflects the UAE's commitment to strengthening its economic and trade relationships with African nations

UAE’s investment in clean energy reaches over $12.25 billion, says minister Al Mazrouei

The country has significantly increased its clean energy share to 27.83 percent in 2023, aiming for 32 percent by 2030 

Operations and supply chain decarbonization in the Middle East 

Each company faces unique decarbonization challenges, but many struggle to meet ambitious targets

Vortex Energy: Navigating the evolving renewable landscape

A conversation with Karim Moussa on the company's vision and challenges

Abu Dhabi’s Hub71 welcomes 21 startups with $134.9 million in funding

Seven startups will join Hub71+ ClimateTech, gaining tailored resources for their sustainability missions

Saudi Aramco announces agreements with key Chinese partners

Aramco's agreement with Hengli Group enables talks for a potential 10 percent stake acquisition

Abu Dhabi-based Offset8, iRise to restore 10 million trees in Malawi, benefiting 150,000 people

The project also focuses on restoring 6,000 hectares of degraded land in Malawi