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Abu Dhabi’s Masdar expands clean energy to 31.5 GW, generating 26,700 GWh and avoiding 14 million tons of CO2e

This is up from 10 million tons last year, equivalent to removing nearly 870,000 vehicles 

Growth of low-emissions hydrogen projects outpaces policy support: Report

Urgent policies are needed to boost demand in heavy industry, refining, and long-distance transportation 

Dubai Airports to launch mega rooftop solar project drive, set for completion by 2026

Project involves the installation of 62,904 solar panels across DXB and DWC airports to generate 60,346MWh annually

WEF introduces innovative digital platform to boost clean energy investments in emerging markets

The platform outlines 100 policy measures, financial mechanisms, and de-risking strategies from the past two decades

DAMAC Properties strengthens commitment to sustainability at DEWA’s WETEX 2024 with innovative solutions

DAMAC launched its first Sustainability Report which highlights the organisation’s key ESG goals and vision

UAE commits $30 million to boost Ghana’s biodiversity and climate initiatives

The framework outlines six key investment areas, including biodiversity corridors, reforestation

Governments allocate nearly $2 trillion in direct clean energy investment since 2020: IEA

This amount is nearly three times the funding committed after the financial crisis of 2007-08

COP28 President calls for ambitious NDCs to keep 1.5°C goal within reach, drive socioeconomic growth

Dr. Al Jaber said the UAE Consensus provides a vital roadmap for action at the ‘Roadmap to Mission 1.5: NDC 3.0’ event

81 percent of new renewables cheaper than fossil fuels, saving $409 billion since 2000: IRENA

Solar PV costs plummet to 4 cents per kWh, 56 percent lower than fossil fuels

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 

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 

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

Sharjah operates first phase of electric bus rides

The move aligns with SRTA’s commitment to sustainability and supports the UAE’s goal of achieving Net Zero by 2050 

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 

$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

Dubai tops Arab world, ranks fifth globally in international shipping centre index

Dubai holds the position of the fifth strongest international shipping hub for the fifth consecutive year 

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

UAE’s AD Ports awards $114.34 million crane contracts to ZPMC for terminal projects in Africa

Terminals will get three Super Post-Panamax STS cranes, servicing 21 container rows over 60 meters

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