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UAE leads solar energy growth with strategic projects

ABU DHABI, 17th January, 2025 (WAM) — A new report highlighted the UAE’s leadership in the regional solar energy sector, driven by initiatives like the Dubai Clean Energy Strategy 2050, targeting 75 percent clean energy by 2050, and Abu Dhabi Vision 2030, aiming for 30 percent renewable energy within five years. The “Solar Outlook Report […]

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Abu Dhabi Department of Energy launches Phase Two of 2025 Demand Response Project

ABU DHABI, 16th January, 2025 (WAM) — The Abu Dhabi Department of Energy (DoE) has announced the launch of an expanded second phase of their Demand Response (DR) Project during Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2025. This announcement follows the successful completion of the project’s first phase in 2024. The initiative marks a significant milestone in […]

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ATRC entities, ADNOC sign R&D partnership to advance sustainable energy solutions

ABU DHABI, 16th January, 2025 (WAM) — The Technology Innovation Institute (TII) and ASPIRE, both part of the Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC), have signed their first research and development (R&D) agreement with ADNOC to tackle critical challenges in carbon storage monitoring and battery optimisation using quantum technology. This project marks the first milestone in […]

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World Future Energy Summit: Global companies attest to UAE’s leading role in renewable energy sector

ABU DHABI, 15th January, 2025 (WAM) — Global companies participating in the World Future Energy Summit have attested that the UAE is playing a leading role in the renewable energy sector worldwide. Adler, Founder, President, and CEO of Sky Power Global, said that the UAE has become a key launchpad for his company’s efforts to […]

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Masdar targets 100 GW of clean energy by 2030

ABU DHABI, 14th January, 2025 (WAM) — Fatima Al Suwaidi, Head of Development & Investment (APAC) at Masdar, has affirmed the company’s ambitious goal of achieving 100 gigawatts (GW) of clean energy capacity globally by 2030. “This ambitious target underscores Masdar’s commitment to accelerating the global transition to clean energy and contributing to climate neutrality, […]

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World Future Energy Summit 2025 kicks off tomorrow

ABU DHABI, 13th January, 2025 (WAM) — World Future Energy Summit 2025, the foremost regional event advancing clean energy and sustainability, will open tomorrow at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC), hosted by Masdar. Running until 16th January as part of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, the summit will feature high-level debates, product innovations, and […]

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UAE region’s fastest-growing clean energy market: Suhail Al Mazrouei

ABU DHABI, 13th January, 2025 (WAM) — Suhail bin Mohammed Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, highlighted the UAE’s leading position in clean and renewable energy, emphasising its crucial role in stabilising global energy markets and driving sustainable development through significant domestic energy investments. He noted that the UAE’s energy strategy prioritises a balanced […]

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UAE reaffirms commitment to Global Energy Transition at 15th IRENA Assembly

ABU DHABI, 12th January, 2025 (WAM) — Today, Dr. Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, UAE Minister of Climate Change and Environment, took part in the 15th IRENA Assembly in Abu Dhabi, where she emphasised the UAE’s commitment to accelerating the global energy transition through collaboration, inclusivity, and strategic partnerships. In delivering the host country’s statement, […]

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15th IRENA Assembly to set energy transition narrative for 2025

ABU DHABI, 12th January, 2025 (WAM) — The 15th Session of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) Assembly convenes today in Abu Dhabi, marking the first international energy meeting of the year. Under the theme ‘Accelerating the Renewable Energy Transition – The Way Forward,’ the two-day meetings will bring together ministers and high-level delegates from […]