UAE leads solar energy growth with strategic projects
Abu Dhabi, UAE - A new report highlighted the UAE's leadership in the regional solar energy sector, driven by initiatives...
Fossil fuel demand is high in Central Eastern Europe. Here’s how it can make the energy transition
This “responsible transition” is not only defined by the development principles, but primarily by a selective investment approach in our...
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Ethiopia reels from high inflation and economic slowdown
After a decade of dynamic growth during the 2010s, Africa's second most populous country has suffered multiple shocks, including the...
- Annual average inflation is expected to hit 30 percent in 2022 (compared to 26 percent last year), driven by an increase in food costs
- A peace deal signed last month between the federal government and Tigrayan rebels has raised hopes of an economic recovery
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UAE passport ranked most powerful in the world
Dubai, UAE— The United Arab Emirates has been ranked as the country with the world's most powerful travel document. That...
- The UAE has beaten the likes of Germany, Sweden, Finland and Luxembourg in the latest ranking
- An Emirati passport holder can travel to a huge number of countries visa-free, and in many others you can get a visa right when you arrive
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Qatar sees 34 percent decline in building permits in November
Doha, Qatar— Qatar has witnessed a 34 percent decline in building permits to 645 during the month of November, as...
- According to the monthly statistics issued by the Planning and Statistics Authority, the decrease was noted in the all of the municipalities
- Commercial buildings were found to be in the forefront of non-residential buildings permits with 32% (25 permits), followed by governmental buildings with 31% (24 permits)
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US could change green subsidies rules as EU fears unemployment
The United States is open to amending lucrative green subsidies that have drawn transatlantic anger for allegedly encouraging job losses...
- Washington's landmark Inflation Reduction Act contains $370 billion in subsidies for green energy and tax cuts for US made electric cars
- Biden defended the act and said it was never intended to disadvantage US allies, and has committed to understanding EU concerns.
Business
DEWA receives 29 EOIs for first phase of desalination project at Hassyan
DUBAI, UAE - Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has received 29 expressions of interest (EOIs) to implement the first...
- This is the first project implemented by DEWA using the Independent Water Producer model, which will run in phases during 2025 and 2026.
- The firm uses clean solar power to desalinate seawater using the latest Reverse Osmosis technologies, which consume less energy.
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UAE, Turkmenistan review enhancing bilateral relations
ASHGABAT, TURKMENISTAN - Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology Dr. Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber has left the UAE on...
- The UAE Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology headed a delegation comprising senior officials from government, private sectors to Turkmenistan.
- The delegation discussed ways to develop bilateral relations and enhance cooperation in the fields of oil, gas, clean energy, infrastructure.
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DEWA receives 29 EOIs to set up desalination project at Hassyan complex
The company has received 29 expressions of interest to implement first phase of its Hassyan Sea Water Reverse Osmosis Plant.
- The company has received 29 expressions of interest to implement first phase of its Hassyan Sea Water Reverse Osmosis Plant
- It has appointed a consortium of companies, including Deloitte, WSP and Addleshaw Goddard, to provide consultancy services for the project
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US condemns WTO verdict on its steel tariffs
Geneva, Switzerland— Washington condemned the World Trade Organization's verdict Friday on the punitive US tariffs imposed on national security grounds on...
- Former US president Donald Trump's administration introduced the tariffs on steel and aluminium imports from China, Norway, Switzerland and Turkey
- The WTO's Dispute Settlement Body found the measures imposed by the United States were inconsistent with various articles of the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT)
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US climate envoy commends decision to hold COP28 in UAE
Washington, US— The US has commended the decision to hold next year’s 28th UN climate change conference in the UAE....
- John Kerry said that fossil fuel economies should be encouraged to lead the transition to clean energy
- The climate envoy said that this year’s COP27 conference nudged the world closer to the goal of the 2015 Paris Agreement to limit the rise in global temperatures
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US lawmakers say oil giants ‘greenwashed’ image while hampering climate action
Washington, United States— Oil giants have "greenwashed" their public image while locking in fossil fuel production for years to come, potentially...
- An internal email from the American Petroleum Institute was said to show its 2021 climate action framework was organized around the aim of "continued promotion" of natural gas
- The House of Representatives committee launched its investigation in September 2021
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UAE leads solar energy growth with strategic projects
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Gaza conflict casts shadow on Israel’s gas industry
War with Palestinians disrupts Israel's gas exports, causing economic losses and altering energy strategies.
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UAE holds 19% of global sustainable bonds, says Fitch Ratings
DUBAI, UAE - Fitch Ratings has affirmed the critical role that COP28 will play in raising awareness of sustainability issues...
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Dubai Customs logs 13% growth in transactions in first nine months of 2023
DUBAI, UAE – Dubai Customs has experienced a robust 13 percent increase with 21.6 million transactions during the first nine...
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EDB pledges to expand UAE’s renewables market through easy financing
Dubai, UAE-- With its financing packages for the renewables sector to support the transition to clean and sustainable energy sources,...
- EDB CEO Ahmed Mohamed Al Naqbi said the bank through its financing can help businesses switch to solar-power to reduce emissions
- The bank can offer up to 100% financing with a maximum tenure of 15 years and a two-year grace period for investments in renewable energy
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Bahrain and Thailand seek to boost economic cooperation
Manama, Bahrain-- Bahrain and Thailand have held discussions to enhance economic cooperation in a meeting between top officials of the...
- The two officials took a review of the progress made in the political and economic cooperation between the two kingdoms
- They underscored the resolve of the two countries to consolidate security and peace, and also support sustainable development goals
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GCC sovereigns eye fiscal rejuvenation
A report by S&P Global Ratings forecasts improved fiscal positions due to higher oil prices, fiscal consolidation and a robust...
- The report projects a nearly $11 billion deficit on average over 2023-2026 which is 0.5 percent of average GCC GDP over this period
- Prudent fiscal policy and the relatively higher oil price environment have resulted in some governments repaying part of their debt stock