The UAE Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and Managing Director and Group CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company, Dr. Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber, recently visited Greece to enhance the comprehensive partnership between the two nations. During this visit, progress was reviewed under the UAE-Greece Joint Investment Fund, which was established in...
Scientists in Abu Dhabi have reported a notable decrease in air pollution levels across the region. This improvement is attributed to stricter air quality controls, a shift towards renewable energy sources, and enhanced monitoring of vehicle emissions. The study conducted by researchers indicates that tougher emissions standards for vehicles have played a significant role in...
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and His Excellency Daniel Noboa, President of the Republic of Ecuador, met to discuss strengthening their bilateral cooperation. The dialogue focused on key areas including the economy, trade, renewable energy, sustainability, investment, tourism, and agriculture. The discussions aimed to foster mutual benefits and support the...
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met with the President of the Republic of Ecuador, Daniel Noboa, on Wednesday. The two leaders discussed ways to enhance cooperation in various sectors, including economy, trade, renewable energy, sustainability, investment, tourism, and agriculture. The meeting aimed to foster mutual benefits and support development for...
ALTÉRRA, recognized as the world’s largest private climate investment vehicle, has made a significant move by co-investing $100 million in the Indian renewable energy firm Evren. This investment, executed in collaboration with Brookfield Asset Management and other investors, is intended to enhance the deployment of clean energy in India, which is one of the fastest-growing...
Africa and the Middle East are projected to install a total of 2.9 gigawatts (GW) of new onshore wind capacity in 2025, as reported by the Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC). The council’s annual ‘Global Wind Report 2025’ indicates that Africa is expected to contribute 1.6 GW to this total, while the Middle East aims...
Abu Dhabi University (ADU) has announced the introduction of 17 new academic programs that will begin in the Fall Semester of 2025/2026. This initiative reflects ADU’s dedication to academic excellence and its strategic focus on creating a diverse educational portfolio. The programs have received accreditation from the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) in the UAE...
Oman has made a significant advancement in sustainable energy with the ACME Group announcing it has secured $140 million as the first installment of funding for its green hydrogen and green ammonia project. This project, which is part of a total investment of approximately $750 million, is being developed in the Special Economic Zone at...
The 11th World Green Economy Summit (WGES) will take place on 1-2 October 2025 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. This event is organized under the patronage of HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. The theme for this year’s summit is ‘Innovating...
Qatar is making significant advancements in the sustainability of its desalination sector by integrating advanced technologies and renewable energy sources. Guillermo Hijós, the Desalination Director for the Middle East and Oceania at Acciona’s Water business, stated that these initiatives are designed to reduce energy consumption and minimize environmental impacts, ensuring a reliable and eco-friendly water...