Siemens Energy has been awarded a significant contract worth $1.6 billion to provide technology for two gas-fired power plants in Saudi Arabia, specifically Rumah 2 and Nairyah 2. These plants, located in the western and central regions of the country, are set to add 3.6 gigawatts of power to the national grid, which is sufficient...
The CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), Sultan Al Jaber, announced that ADNOC’s international investment arm, XRG, plans to make a significant investment in U.S. natural gas over the coming months. This announcement was made during a major gathering of energy executives in Houston, where Al Jaber emphasized the need to “make...
OQ Alternative Energy (OQAE), a division of OQ Group, is advancing a portfolio of clean energy projects in Oman, with a total capacity exceeding 7 gigawatts (GW). This initiative has been recognized by the Ministry of Energy and Minerals, designating OQAE as a National Champion in the renewable energy sector. Muhannad al Kiyumi, the Head...
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) is set to enhance collaboration with the U.S. electric power sector. The focus will be on areas such as renewable energy training, network modernization, and energy storage solutions. This initiative aims to improve the efficiency and sustainability of energy systems in Dubai. DEWA’s partnership with U.S. companies is expected...
The UAE is set to install over 500 electric vehicle (EV) charging stations by the end of 2025, a move aimed at promoting clean transportation and reducing carbon emissions. Sharif Al Olama, Under-Secretary for Energy and Petroleum Affairs at the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, announced this initiative on Monday during the preliminary day of...
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the European Union (EU) have strengthened their cooperation in the fields of energy, climate, and water sustainability during a recent two-day visit by Abdulla Ahmed Balalaa, the Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs for Energy and Sustainability. The discussions, which took place in Brussels from March 6-7, 2025, aimed to...
India has emerged as the top buyer of liquefied natural gas (LNG) from the United Arab Emirates (UAE), securing over half of the UAE’s LNG exports during the first nine months of 2024. According to a report from the Kuwaiti-based Arab Energy Organization (AEO), the remainder of the LNG was supplied to other Asian markets....
The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has announced its invitation for international developers to submit expressions of interest for the 7th phase of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park. This phase aims to add 1,600 megawatts (MW) of solar power capacity, further advancing Dubai’s commitment to renewable energy and sustainable development. The...
Dubai’s energy demand has risen by 5.4% in 2024 compared to the previous year, according to an announcement from the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA). The total energy demand for 2024 reached 59.5 gigawatt hours (GWh), an increase from 56.5 GWh in 2023. Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, the Managing Director and CEO of DEWA,...
The Department of Energy (DoE) in Abu Dhabi hosted the Abu Dhabi Energy and Water Forum on February 28, 2025. This event attracted senior officials and representatives from various government and private sector organizations in the emirate. Key participants included the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), Abu Dhabi National Energy Company (TAQA), and the...