SHARJAH, 4th August, 2026 (WAM) — Dana Gas and Crescent Petroleum have commenced supplies of natural gas from the Khor Mor field in the Kurdistan Region to Iraq’s Ministry of Electricity in Kirkuk, to further support the electricity sector in Iraq. Based on an agreement signed last December with the Iraqi Ministry of Electricity, Dana […]
BERLIN, 5th January, 2026 (WAM) — Solar power in Germany generated significantly more electricity in 2025, with its share of domestic power production rising to around 18 percent, up from 14 percent in 2024, the German Solar Industry Association (BSW) said on Monday. That meant photovoltaic power overtook lignite, which accounted for about 14 percent, […]
DUBAI, 4th January, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has developed an innovative smart solution for designing electricity distribution networks to support the effective planning of 11kV networks, improve design efficiency and reduce time and costs, thereby enhancing the reliability and sustainability of Dubai’s electricity distribution system. The solution supports DEWA’s efforts […]
MANAMA, 13th December, 2025 (WAM) — The Gulf Cooperation Council Interconnection Authority (GCCIA) and the Ministry of Electricity of the Republic of Iraq have discussed the final preparations for launching the electricity interconnection project between the two entities. The discussions took place during a recent meeting in the Kingdom of Bahrain. During the meeting, both […]
ABU DHABI, 6th October, 2025 (WAM) — His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, Chairman of the Presidential Court, and Chairman of the Higher Committee for the Water and Electricity Sector in Abu Dhabi, chaired the Committee’s meeting today at Qasr Al Watan. During the meeting, the Committee reviewed […]
ABU DHABI, 28th September, 2025 (WAM) — Abu Dhabi-based Global South Utilities (GSU), a resources investment company, announced today the inauguration of the Noor Chad 50 MW Solar PV Plant in N’Djamena, which will provide clean electricity to about 274,000 homes across the country. The inauguration was attended by Mahamat Ahmad ALHABO, Minister of State […]
SHARJAH, 14th September, 2025 (WAM) – The Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority (SEWA) continues its efforts to develop the infrastructure of electricity transmission and distribution networks, enhance the efficiency and stability of the network, and support urban and economic growth across various regions. As part of its ongoing efforts, SEWA is currently working on […]
MUSCAT, 12th September, 2025 (WAM) – The GCC Interconnection Authority (GCCIA) and Sohar International Bank have signed a $500 million interim financing agreement to support the implementation of a direct electricity interconnection project linking the Authority’s grid with that of the Sultanate of Oman. The project aims to enhance regional energy security and increase opportunities […]
SHARJAH, 10th August, 2025 (WAM) — Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority (SEWA) has completed the relocation and adjustment of its strategic gas pipeline located in the emirate of Fujairah, under the supervision of the Kalba Department, adhering to the highest safety and quality standards. This project enhances the gas network infrastructure and improves operational […]
ABU DHABI, 12th July, 2025 (WAM) – The Abu Dhabi Department of Energy (DoE) has launched an awareness campaign under the theme ‘’Your Safety is Our Priority”, as part of its ongoing commitment to promoting public safety and the safe, responsible consumption of resources. The campaign targets various community groups, including individuals and companies, with […]
BRUSSELS, 19th June, 2025 (WAM) – In the first quarter of 2025, 42.5% of net electricity generated in the EU came from renewable energy sources. Compared with the first quarter of 2024, this represents a 4.3 percentage points (pp) decrease (from 46.8%), according to figures published by Eurostat, the statistical office of the European Union. […]
SINGAPORE, 18th April, 2025 (WAM) — Researchers from Singapore have developed an innovative method to generate electricity from raindrops, producing enough energy to power 12 LED lights for 20 seconds using a small vertical tube and precisely timed droplets. The study demonstrated how a phenomenon known as plug flow – in which all particles in […]
