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Charging electric vehicles in Dubai: What you need to know

There are about 400 electric vehicle charging stations in Dubai

UAE: ENEC launches ENEC Consulting _ Image for illustrative purposes ENEC's Barakah-Nuclear-Plant-Unit-4

Emirates Nuclear Energy Co’s ENEC Consulting to support global projects

The subsidiary will focus on the comprehensive lifecycle of nuclear energy projects, from strategic advisory and project management to operational readiness and capacity building

The executive director of Sustainable Development at Masdar City gives us insights into its groundbreaking green building certifications, such as LEED Platinum, its recent white paper and focus on decarbonisation

Masdar City’s Mohamed Al Breiki on its net-zero journey

The executive director of Sustainable Development at Masdar City gives us insights into its groundbreaking green building certifications, such as LEED Platinum, its recent white paper and focus on decarbonisation

Masdar to build world’s first 1GW baseload renewable plant in the UAE

The new solar and battery energy facility will deliver 1 gigawatt of uninterrupted clean power and is expected to cost around $6bn

From EcoWASTE to sustainability: Tadweer Group's Ali Al Dhaheri talks about creating value

From EcoWASTE to sustainability: Tadweer Group’s Ali Al Dhaheri talks about creating value

The group’s MD and CEO delves deeper into the group’s ambitious plans to revolutionise waste management and support the nation’s sustainability goals 

Masdar City officially launched testing of cutting-edge autonomous vehicles as part of its ambitious vision to redefine sustainable urban transportation

Abu Dhabi: Masdar City begins testing autonomous vehicles

The autonomous vehicle tests at Masdar City mark an important step toward reshaping how cities approach sustainable transportation

WMO confirms 2024 as warmest year on record

WMO confirms 2024 as warmest year on record

Six international datasets were used to reach the consolidated WMO global figure

How UAE-based Renie's smart tech is redefining waste management

How UAE-based Renie’s smart tech is redefining waste management

Sander Van Waes, the company’s founder and CEO, shares how Renie’s innovative solutions are helping organisations across the region embrace responsible waste practices

Abu Dhabi: EAD launches carbon MRV programme to advance climate action

Abu Dhabi: EAD launches carbon MRV programme to advance climate action

EAD’s MRV programme represents a key step in advancing Abu Dhabi’s climate goals while supporting the UAE’s Net Zero by 2050 commitment

DP World issues MENA region’s first $100m blue bond

DP World issues MENA region’s first $100m blue bond

The blue bond, priced at a 5.25 per cent coupon rate for a five-year term, will directly contribute to advancing two critical United Nations Sustainable Development Goals

Cities reimagined: A blueprint for humanity's future

Cities reimagined: A blueprint for humanity’s future

As cities around the world face increasing pressures from rapid urbanisation, climate change, and social inequalities, the concept of “future cities” is emerging as a powerful solution

Landmark Group Unveils Region’s First Textile Recycling Facility in Ceremony Inaugurated by UAE Minister of Economy_2

Landmark Group unveils textile recycling facility in Dubai

The new recycling facility is just the beginning of a larger movement towards sustainability in the region’s fashion and retail industries

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DIFC unveils decarbonisation strategy with ‘net zero by 2045’ goal

With its decarbonisation strategy, DIFC is aiming to boost its role as leading player in sustainable finance, setting ambitious benchmarks for decarbonisation in financial centres worldwide

UNCCD COP16: Global Drought Resilience Partnership launches, $12bn pledged in support

At the UNCCD COP16 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia launched the Riyadh Global Drought Resilience Partnership. With over $12bn pledged, the initiative seeks to combat the growing threat of droughts worldwide

BCG Insights: Building a greener future for the Middle East

Insights: Building a greener future for the Middle East

We explore how emissions performance management is paving the way for the Middle East’s urban projects

Naji Al Messabi on the countdown to 'zero hour'

Insights: Why ‘zero hour’ is key to UAE’s energy transition

Zero hour refers to the first hour when Abu Dhabi’s power grid will be operated solely from renewable and clean energy sources

Masdar signs PPA for 1GW wind farm in Kazakhstan’s Jambyl region

Masdar signs PPA for 1GW wind farm in Kazakhstan’s Jambyl region

Construction of the Jambyl wind farm is expected to begin in the first quarter of 2026, with the project slated for completion by 2028

Financial gap to meet SDGs in MEASA hits $5tn annually: NYUAD

Financial gap to meet SDGs in MEASA hits $5tn annually: NYUAD

With the financial gap to meet the SDGs continuing to grow, the report calls on institutional investors to rethink their strategies and seize the opportunity for transition investment in the MEASA region

Masdar Signs Agreement to Develop 1GW Mingbulak Wind Farm in Uzbekistan

Masdar to develop 1GW Mingbulak Wind Farm in Uzbekistan

The new agreement reinforces Masdar’s dedication to building clean energy solutions in partnership with global markets, furthering its role as a key player in the UAE’s climate leadership and international collaborations

COP29 to kick off in Baku; marks new phase for climate action

COP29 kicks off in Baku; marks new phase for climate action

For the UAE, COP29 represents another opportunity to lead by example, continue building global partnerships, and drive the international community toward climate action

Dahlia Haleem Co-founder and Partner elementsix on carbon management

Measurement to action: Carbon management for net-zero success

Here’s how companies can effectively plan for carbon management and measure their carbon footprint in their net-zero efforts

ADIPEC 2024: ADNOC, Masdar, Microsoft to drive AI, low-carbon initiatives

ADIPEC 2024: ADNOC, Masdar, Microsoft to drive AI, low-carbon initiatives

The collaboration will support environmental and economic goals through AI-driven initiatives in renewable energy, carbon capture and efficiency improvements

The UAE's path to sustainable business through ESG compliance

The path to sustainable business through ESG compliance

Businesses in the UAE face rising pressures — and costs — to comply with ESG standards, leveraging lessons from global markets to drive both growth and environmental stewardship

ACCIONA secures green loan for GCC projects

ACCIONA secures EUR300m green loan to support GCC projects

The company has been involved in various infrastructure projects in the GCC, including metro extensions, desalination plants, and cultural museums

Etihad Rail signs deal with Emerge for mega solar project

Etihad Rail goes green with massive solar project

Emerge, a JV between Masdar and EDF Group, will install a large-scale solar PV system and battery energy storage system at Etihad Rail’s Ghuweifat freight terminal

UAE weather: convective clouds, possible rain over Oct 6-9

Rain alert: UAE set for cloudy skies, possible showers from Oct 6-9

The NCM has predicted a probability of local convective cloud formation in Eastern areas, potentially leading to rainfall on Sunday

Emsteel to co-chair IRENA Decarbonisation Alliance

EMSTEEL Group to co-chair IRENA’s Decarbonisation Alliance

The alliance aims to foster collaboration among companies to develop decarbonisation strategies aligned with national net-zero commitments

UAE commits USD 30m to Ghana to support climate initiatives. Getty Images/ For illustrative purposes

UAE commits $30m to support Ghana’s climate, biodiversity initiatives

The UAE and Ghana are also members of the Forest and Climate Leaders Partnership, further emphasising their commitment to global climate and biodiversity efforts

UAE, IRENA partner to help developing nations raise and achieve NDC ambitions

UAE, IRENA partner to support NDC ambitions in 20 developing nations 

Announced during the 79th United Nations General Assembly, the initiative seeks to elevate the climate ambitions of these nations and drive urgent action on sustainability

AI at the crossroads: Balancing potential with responsibility

AI at the crossroads: Balancing potential with responsibility

With the SDGs at risk of falling short by 2030, the global community is grappling with how to harness AI’s transformative potential while ensuring accountability and ethical oversight