International officials at the 15th session of the IRENA Assembly have highlighted the UAE’s remarkable leadership in energy transition initiatives. These efforts are crucial in achieving the global goal of tripling renewable energy capacity by 2030. The assembly began on January 12, 2025, in Abu Dhabi, coinciding with the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2025, which...
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is set to enhance its renewable energy capacity to 14.2 gigawatts (GW) by the year 2030, as stated by Ahmed Al Kaabi, the Assistant Undersecretary for the Electricity, Water, and Future Energy Sector at the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MoEI). He emphasized the UAE’s leadership role in the global...
UAE recently hosted the ninth High-Level Steering Group Meeting for the Emirati-German Energy and Climate Partnership in Abu Dhabi, focusing on collaborative topics and activities for 2025. This important meeting took place during the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2025 and was co-chaired by Sharif Al Olama, Undersecretary for Energy and Petroleum Affairs at the Ministry...
On January 12, 2025, Dr. Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, the UAE Minister of Climate Change and Environment, participated in the 15th IRENA Assembly held in Abu Dhabi. During her address, she emphasised the UAE’s commitment to accelerating the global energy transition through collaboration, inclusivity, and strategic partnerships. In her remarks, Dr. Al Dahak reiterated...
Federal National Council (FNC) members have called for immediate legislative action to accelerate the global shift to clean energy, highlighting the urgent need to address climate challenges. Speaking at the Legislators Forum 2025, organised by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) in Abu Dhabi, Dr. Ali Rashid Al Nuaimi, FNC Member and Deputy Chair of...
The World Future Energy Summit 2025 is set to take place in Abu Dhabi from January 14 to 16 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC). As part of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, the summit aims to strengthen its role as a global hub for clean energy innovation and international cooperation. This year’s edition...
The Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC) has announced a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the Zarraf Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Project, marking another step towards the UAE’s energy transition. The project, located in the Al Dhafra region of Abu Dhabi, will have a capacity of 1,500 megawatts (AC) and is expected to generate enough electricity...
Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) 2025 will take place from January 12 to 18 under the patronage of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. This global event aims to unite leaders from different sectors to accelerate sustainable development and drive economic growth. With the theme “The Nexus of Next. Supercharging Sustainable Progress,”...
Saudi Arabia’s ACWA Power has successfully secured $692 million in funding for a major wind power project in Egypt. The funds will be used to develop, build, and operate a 1,100 MW wind power plant in Suez, marking a significant boost for renewable energy in the region. The financing was provided by several international institutions,...