ADNOC Distribution has announced the launch of the second phase of its service station solarisation programme in collaboration with Emerge, a partnership between Masdar and the EDF Group. This initiative is designed to finance, design, install, and maintain solar photovoltaic (PV) panels at service stations across ADNOC Distribution’s network in the UAE. The programme aims...
The UAE government has announced that it will solely provide fast and super-fast electric vehicle (EV) chargers across the country. This initiative aims to enhance the living conditions in the UAE by promoting cleaner air and reducing carbon emissions, as stated by the UAE Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, Suhail Al Mazrouei, during an interview...
A recent report has underscored the United Arab Emirates position as a leader in the regional solar energy sector. This growth is fueled by initiatives such as the Dubai Clean Energy Strategy 2050, which aims for 75 percent clean energy by 2050, and Abu Dhabi Vision 2030, targeting 30 percent renewable energy within the next...
The OPEC Fund for International Development is making a significant investment in renewable energy by co-financing Africa’s largest onshore wind power project. The fund is contributing US$30 million towards the construction of two wind farms, each with a capacity of 550 MW, located in Egypt’s Gulf of Suez region. Together, these facilities will have a...
Governor of Alaska, Mike Dunleavy, underscored the importance of the sustainable development sector as a foundation for a prosperous future during his remarks at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week. He stressed that international collaboration between the UAE and Alaska is essential, as such partnerships promote the sharing of expertise and innovative solutions aimed at achieving common...
The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) is strategically harnessing the rising global demand for sustainable finance to diversify its economies and advance towards net-zero goals. A new report by KPMG Lower Gulf and First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) highlights the critical role that sustainable finance plays in fostering economic growth, job creation, and diversification throughout the...
PowerChina is reaffirming its commitment to expanding operations and increasing investments in the renewable energy sector within the Gulf region. Jin Huibin, the Country Representative and Commercial Manager of PowerChina, emphasized that the Middle East, particularly the Gulf countries, offers numerous large-scale projects and significant investment opportunities. His statements were made during the World Future...
The World Future Energy Summit 2025, a premier event focused on clean energy and sustainability, is currently underway at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC). Hosted by Masdar, the summit runs from January 14 to January 16, aligning with Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week. It promises high-level debates, innovative product showcases, and opportunities aimed at...
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan welcomed His Excellency Ilham Aliyev, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, during his working visit to the UAE. President Aliyev is in the country to participate in Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) 2025. His Highness expressed his pleasure in hosting the Azerbaijani leader and thanked...
The UAE announced a major breakthrough in renewable energy by launching the world’s first facility capable of delivering uninterrupted clean power on a large scale. The project, led by Abu Dhabi-based clean energy firm Masdar in partnership with the Emirates Water and Electricity Company (Ewec), will combine 5 gigawatts of solar power and 19 gigawatt...