UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met with Chris Wright, the US Secretary of Energy, during his visit to the UAE. The meeting was part of a broader tour aimed at enhancing energy collaboration between the two countries. Credit: Aletihad During the meeting, Sheikh Mohamed reaffirmed the UAE’s commitment to strengthening...
Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC), the sole procurer and supplier of water and electricity in Abu Dhabi, is implementing a strategy to recycle existing power and water plants as part of its broader clean energy transition plan. This initiative aims to enhance grid stability and contribute to decarbonisation efforts in the region. Mark Hedges,...
Madagascar is actively working to deepen investment cooperation and enhance its relationship with the United Arab Emirates (UAE). This initiative was highlighted by Madagascar’s Foreign Minister, Rafaravavitafika Rasata, during her visit to the Emirates as part of a high-level delegation attending a two-day business forum. The Madagascar Business Forum, held in Dubai, gathered over 60...
Dr. Ali Rashid Al Nuaimi, the Chairman of the Committee on Defence, Interior, and Foreign Affairs in the Federal National Council (FNC), met with Fredrik Floren, the Ambassador of Sweden to the UAE, to explore ways to enhance cooperation between the two nations. This meeting took place today in Abu Dhabi and was attended by...
Saudi Arabia’s ACWA Power announced on May 29 that it has signed a preliminary agreement to develop up to 12.5 gigawatts of renewable energy generating capacity in Malaysia. The initial investment for this project is set to reach up to $10 billion. The renewable energy utility confirmed in a statement that it has entered into...
The Abu Dhabi National Energy Company (TAQA) is actively seeking acquisition opportunities in the United States and other regions to enhance its international presence and achieve its growth targets. This information was reported by Reuters. TAQA, which is primarily owned by ADPower, a subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi sovereign wealth fund ADQ, has been diversifying...
The Abu Dhabi Department of Energy and Khalifa University of Science and Technology have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to improve collaboration in research, development, and innovation within the water and energy sectors. This agreement was formalized during the “World Utilities Congress 2025,” taking place at ADNEC Abu Dhabi, which will continue through May...
The Philippines is looking to secure more investments from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) sovereign wealth funds through the pending Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA). An official from the Department of Trade and Industry stated that the CEPA will create a framework for these investments, which is expected to be signed next month. Trade Undersecretary...
The United Arab Emirates is experiencing a significant surge in energy demand as it embraces new technologies, particularly due to the rapid development of data centres. Minister of Energy and Infrastructure Suhail Al Mazrouei highlighted this trend during his remarks at the World Utilities Congress in Abu Dhabi. He noted that the increasing population and...
Saudi Arabia is embarking on a revolutionary urban project known as THE LINE, which is envisioned to stretch 170 kilometers long, 200 meters wide, and rise 500 meters high. This ambitious initiative is designed to redefine urban life and sustainability, aiming to create a carbon-free city powered entirely by renewable solar and wind energy. By...