Environment

COP29: UAE champions greener future, introduces MAC Strategy 2031 to transform global mangrove ecosystems

This strategy guides member states in meeting mangrove conservation goals and advancing sustainable climate action

Autocraft’s E20+ air taxi: A new era for urban mobility in the UAE

The “E” signifies Electric, highlighting the zero-emission propulsion that shapes the future of sustainable air travel

Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi reviews Mubadala’s progress, stresses UAE investment importance in Brazil

Mubadala’s investments in Brazil have greatly contributed to the country’s socioeconomic development over the past 12 years

Abu Dhabi’s TAQA, JERA and Al Bawani to develop two new highly efficient power plants in Saudi Arabia

These agreements will enable two new CCGT projects in Saudi Arabia with over 3.6 gigawatts capacity 

UAE, Brazil strengthening bilateral relations and collaboration in G20 for global development

The UAE is Brazil's largest Middle Eastern partner, with trade at AED13.28 billion in the first eight months

How are UAE, Saudi Arabia leading way in sustainable tourism?

Despite the clear benefits of sustainable tourism, several challenges and barriers hinder its implementation 

COP29: Egypt reiterates 42 percent renewable energy target for 2030, calls for international support

As of July 2024, solar, wind, and hydropower make up 11.5 percent of Egypt's electricity generation 

COP29: Masdar, Albania Power Corporation to explore gigawatt-scale renewable projects in Albania

The partnership leverages KESH's leading position and Masdar's expertise to accelerate Albania's clean energy transition

UAE fostering global cooperation to ‘Accelerate Action Together’ at COP29

In his keynote address, Al Jaber urged all 198 Parties to “let actions speak louder than words” and to “let positivity prevail”

UAE President attends COP29, urges accelerated climate action

As COP29 President, Babayev emphasized the conference's commitment to inclusivity, transparency, and collaboration among Parties

Dubai Municipality completes 7 intersection planting projects on Sheikh Zayed, Al Khail roads for $66.7 million

These initiatives further cover an impressive area of over 1.4 million square meters

COP29 begins in Baku with active, effective participation from UAE

COP29's mission is to restrict global warming to 1.5°C, highlighting the critical necessity for investment in climate initiatives

Official dates revealed for ADIPEC 2025 

40+ ministers and 200+ executives from around the world gathered in Abu Dhabi for ADIPEC 2024

ADIPEC 2024: UAE plans to invest over $54 billion to meet sustainable energy demand over next six years, says Suhail Al Mazrouei

This initiative is part of the country's commitment to decarbonising the economy and achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 

ADIPEC 2024: Microsoft supports energy transition towards more sustainable future 

The booth features a Surface Zone and demo arena for attendees to explore Microsoft’s solutions for operational and environmental goals 

Global climate investment gap projected at $2.7 trillion annually by 2030, warns Moody’s

The report noted that investment has risen since the Paris Agreement, but reaching net zero by 2050 needs much more effort 

FII8: Princess Reema reiterates Saudi Arabia’s commitment towards blue economy, ocean health

Princess Reema launches Ocean Central, a platform that collects and combines data to provide a clear and evolving view of ocean health

FII8: Saudi Arabia strengthens framework for high-integrity carbon markets to achieve national emission reduction targets

Strategic collaboration between the Regional Voluntary Carbon Market Company, Clean Development Mechanism Designed Authority

UAE signs two agreements with IMF to support PRGT, RST funds

At the October 2023 IMFC meeting in Marrakech, the UAE announced a $200 million co-financing initiative for the PRGT

Global oil demand to reach over 100 million barrels per day by 2050: Saudi Aramco

CEO noted that Asia's energy transition is lagging, marked by less equity and greater complexity than expected 

Saudi flynas partners with VCM on carbon offsetting, environmental protection, and sustainability

The deal supports the Kingdom's climate ambitions to achieve net zero emissions

UAE’s PMO formalizes agreements to enhance strategic intelligence for We the UAE 2031

New platform to leverage AI and insights from 2,500 experts and 450 data sources to create government strategies

Abu Dhabi’s Masdar, Presight forge partnership to create AI-driven asset management tool

Masdar aims to digitize its global operations, transitioning from a reactive to a predictive model