• China steps up green transition drive to meet carbon-emission goals

    Beijing, China--China is moving away from traditionally energy-intensive industrial sectors toward green development across key sectors, in efforts to fulfill its goals of peaking carbon dioxide emissions by 2030 and achieving carbon neutrality by 2060, according to China Central Television. In June 2023, the Hunan Valin Xiangtan Iron and Steel...

  • UK warns against protectionism after US green energy subsidy

    London, United Kingdom - Britain on Thursday warned against the threat of protectionism as it slammed the United States for leading a "distortive" green energy subsidy race. Finance Minister Jeremy Hunt's remarks came as his government updated its energy security plan to ramp up renewable and nuclear power. The Conservative government...

  • European Union deal to nearly double renewable energy by 2030

    The provisional political agreement, which was reached after nightlong negotiations between the EU parliament and states, seeks to raise the share of renewable energy to 42.5 percent, from 22 percent today. The EU has set an ambitious target to become a "climate neutral" economy by 2050, with net-zero greenhouse gas...

  • Global Carbon Council, EGX sign MoU to launch voluntary carbon market

    Doha, Qatar--The Doha-based Global Carbon Council (GCC) and Egyptian Exchange (EGX) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to launch Africa's first regulated voluntary carbon market. The MoU was signed by GCCs founding Chairman Dr. Yousef Alhorr and EGX's Executive Chairman Rami El Dokany. As an outcome of this agreement...

  • ADNOC signs ammonia pact

    It will explore low-carbon ammonia value chain in Germany.

  • Aramco seeks to become China’s all-inclusive energy, chemicals source

    Beijing, China - Saudi Arabia's Aramco said it wants to be an all-inclusive source of energy and chemicals for China’s long-term energy security and China’s high-quality development. Amin H. Nasser, Aramco President and CEO, told the China Development Forum 2023 that the company is doubling down on China’s energy supply,...

  • TAQA Morocco to invest US$1.6bn in renewable energy solutions

    Dubai, UAE--TAQA Morocco is looking to invest $1.6 billion in renewable energy solutions in Morocco in order to lift up electricity production by 50 percent by 2030.  Owned by Abu Dhabi National Energy Co., the company plans to diversify its activities in clean energy and water desalination as part of...

  • Barakah’s Unit 3 enhances UAE’s bid to cut emissions

    "We utilise all forms of clean energy to cut carbon emissions and mitigate the worst impacts of climate change. The UAE’s approach is showing tangible benefit, with over 5.5mT of carbon emissions removed for every unit brought into commercial operation at the Barakah plant," adds Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri.

  • Atkins wins delivery partner role in Saudi futuristic city

    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia--Atkins has been appointed as a delivery partner organization for what Saudi Arabia terms as "The Line" in NEOM. Atkins is one of the world’s leading design, engineering and project management consultancies and a member of the SNC-Lavalin Group A civilizational revolution that will have no roads, cars...

  • Solar power energizes GCC’s sustainability drive

    Solar-photovoltaic panel in a GCC country produces twice as much output as it would in Germany or any similar European country, ZOLA Electric CEO Bill Lenihan tells TRENDS.

  • QDB unveils green financing

    It will target Qatar-based small and medium enterprises.

  • Carbon pricing standards key to boost green energy

    Public resistance to a carbon tax has prevented many nations from establishing carbon pricing via taxation, but taxation is not the only way to deter emissions, she highlights, while pointing out to numerous barriers that have impeded the flow of private capital to decarbonization projects around the world.

  • Four firms to partner for Co2 removal

    ADNOC, FNRC, Masdar and 44.01 to pilot a technology in Fujairah.

  • UAE launched clean energy projects worth $43 bn in 2022: Minister

    UAE Minister of Energy Suhail bin Mohammed Al Mazrouei highlighted the UAE Energy Strategy 2050, the first unified energy strategy by the UAE, which aims to integrate the renewable and clean energy mix to achieve a balance between economic needs and climate goals, in addition to reducing dependency on other...

  • SDPW to support carbon neutrality and zero emissions

    Sharjah, UAE--The Sharjah Department of Public Works (SDPW) conducted a workshop on the "Sharjah Ports, Customs and Free Zones Authority Building" project and the lessons learned from the project. Ali bin Shaheen Al Suwaidi, Head of the SDPW, confirmed that the department supports carbon neutrality and zero carbon emissions in...

  • Dubai launches business group to promote renewable energy usage

    The UAE Government will invest AED600 billion ($163.36bn) in renewable energy by 2050 to meet the country's growing energy demand from clean and sustainable resources.

  • Saudi Arabia and Japan bolster energy ties, sign new deals

    Seeking to deepen energy ties, Saudi Arabia and Japan have signed two sets of cooperation agreements in the fields of hydrogen, fuel ammonia and carbon recycling. The agreements were the latest in Japan's efforts to develop its large-scale supply chains of hydrogen and fuel ammonia in the Middle East.

  • Dubai South, Evocargo to start trials for UAE’s first driverless vehicle

    Dubai, UAE - Dubai South and Evocargo will launch UAE’s first autonomous vehicle trials for cargo at the master development’s Logistics District. Media reports said the move is a step towards Dubai’s ambition to become world’s smart mobility hub. The trials will see EVO.1, Evocargo’s unmanned electric logistics vehicle, navigate...

  • IMF says more financing needed for climate change fund

    IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva has regretted the shortage of funds needed to help low-income countries tackle the impacts of climate change. Although IMF has secured $40 billion worth of commitments, its chief still feels that the amount is "nothing in comparison with the needs."

  • Architect seeks pro-climate construction change

    The industry accounts for almost 40 percent of global greenhouse gas emissions, according to the UN. Lina recommends refurbishing and retrofitting old buildings in a sustainable way.

  • EIC calls UAE as the leader in renewable energy sector

    London, UK --The Energy Industries Council (EIC), one of the world’s largest energy trade associations, has released a report on the state of the UAE’s energy industry, showcasing the country’s energy mix and its leading position in renewable energy sector. “The UAE offers a great mix of energy projects for...

  • Jordan Minister calls for MENA-Europe electric connection project

    AMMAN, JORDAN - Jordan's Minister of Energy Saleh Kharabsheh stressed on the importance of conducting an electrical interconnection project to supply Europe with green energy from the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. He made the remark during a meeting on Thursday with a British Group Inter-Parliamentary Union (BGIPU)...

  • Kuwait sets 2060 as date to reach carbon neutrality

    Sharm el Sheikh, Egypt—Kuwait is planning to achieve carbon neutrality in the oil and gas sector by 2050 and across the country by 2060. In this regard, Kuwait intends to embrace a national strategy to achieve the target, according to Kuwait's Environment Public Authority chief. This stems from the country's...

  • UAE launches National Net Zero by 2050 Pathway

    The pathway, unveiled at COP27, sets the timeframe and identifies the mechanisms of implementing the UAE Net Zero by 2050 Strategic Initiative, introduced in October 2021.

  • ENOC, IHI sign low-carbon ammonia and hydrogen supply chain agreement

    Green ammonia, which can be achieved by combining and reacting green hydrogen and nitrogen at high temperatures and pressures, can potentially reduce global carbon emissions and be used within the transportation, power generation and industrial sectors. 

  • US unveils green transition scheme for developing nations

    Intended to support the transition to renewable energy in developing nations, the United States launched a partnership with private funds based on a carbon credit system criticized by climate activists. The government scheme would help emerging economies attract finance to "support their clean energy transitions."

  • ‘UAE President’s speech at COP27 outlined vision for climate action’

    SHARM EL SHEIKH, EGYPT - UAE Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology Dr. Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber said that the speech of President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan at COP27 outlined the UAE’s clear vision and strategic approach to climate action and sustainability. The minister and the UAE’s...

  • ADNOC and Siemens Energy to develop low-carbon energy certificates

    Abu Dhabi, UAE---Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) and Siemens Energy AG today announced plans to pilot blockchain technology to certify the carbon intensity of a range of products. In a statement, ADNOC said that by using smart sensor data gathered from across ADNOC’s operational chain – from the oil...

  • ADNOC Drilling awards $1.6 bn agreement

    The award is aimed at upping lower-carbon-intensive production capacity.

  • UN urges transformation of global energy system

    Climate change risks undermining global energy security unless the use of renewables is dramatically scaled up, the UN warned Tuesday, suggesting the Ukraine conflict's effects could speed up the green transition. Energy sector is a major source of carbon emissions that drive climate change, the UN's World Meteorological Organization said.

  • Sustainability key focus of GCC automotive industry

    Current trends in the automotive sector such as zero-emission vehicles and carbon-neutral manufacturing demonstrate the growing importance of sustainability, says a key BMW Group Middle East official.

  • DEWA invites proposals for work on sixth phase of solar park

    Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has invited international developers to send their Expressions of Interest (EOI) to implement the sixth phase of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park based on the Independent Power Producer (IPP) model.

  • ‘Unit 3 of Barakah Plant linked to UAE’s transmission grid’

    The Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (ENEC) announced that Unit 3 of the Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant has successfully been connected to the UAE’s transmission grid.

  • UAE to showcase its nuclear energy success in WANO meeting

    The Barakah Plant is spearheading the decarbonization of the UAE’s power sector by generating clean electricity and forms key component of the UAE’s Net Zero 2050 Strategy.

  • ‘More efforts needed for net zero carbon emissions by 2050’

    More efforts are required to make the world reach net zero emissions by mid-century, according to the International Energy Agency's (IEA) latest appraisal of global progress on clean energy technologies.

  • Fossil-fuel subsidies hinder MENA’s energy transition

    Improving social safety net may provide the space needed to end subsidies, while investment in renewable energy can cut costs and protect households from high prices.

  • UAE issues updated second NDC to reduce emission

    The UAE Cabinet, headed by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, approved an updated version of the UAE’s second Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) under the Paris Agreement.

  • World Green Economy Summit 2022 theme revealed

    Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) and the World Green Economy Organization (WGEO) announced that the theme of the 8th World Green Economy Summit (WGES) is "Climate Action Leadership through Collaboration: The Roadmap to Net-zero."

  • UAE leads GCC towards circular carbon economy

    The UAE ranks highest among GCC economies and 12th overall in the first edition of the Circular Carbon Economy Index that focuses on energy management of the countries.

  • Tesla Model 3 joins Dubai corporation’s taxi fleet on trial basis

    Tesla Model 3 has joined Dubai Taxi Corporation's fleet on trial basis, following the success of operating 172 Tesla vehicles in the limousine service since 2017. The trial operation aims to verify the efficiency of the vehicle when deployed on the taxi fleet in the emirate, Dubai’s Roads and Transport...

  • MENA eyes key role in making world carbon neutral

    UAE and KSA are spearheading decarbonization efforts in Middle East by encouraging enterprises to minimize carbon footprint. Here are a few things others may learn for them.

  • Saudi Arabia to build first carbon-free smart city

    AlNama smart city being developed in Saudi Arabia will be a zero-carbon community, according to the Dubai's URB entrusted with the job of designing the city.

  • EU to stop combustion engine sales by 2035 in Europe

    The European Union approved a plan to end the sale of vehicles with combustion engines by 2035 in Europe, the 27-member bloc announced early Wednesday, in a bid to reduce CO2 emissions to zero.

  • Time to deliver decarbonization targets set last year

    In the Middle East, the UAE and Saudi Arabia have been leading the decarbonization conversation with pivotal government initiatives that encourage businesses to reduce their carbon footprint. Now, 2022 and beyond will be about delivering on and monetizing those ambitions despite all the challenges, he adds.

  • UN official lauds UAE’s for environment conservation, SDG pursuit

    UN Resident Coordinator for UAE Dr. Dena Assaf has praised the UAE’s environmentally-friendly endeavours to protect the environment and achieve sustainable development goals. The UN official hailed Abu Dhabi's decision to ban the use of single-use plastic bags from 1st June, as the first city in the Middle East. This...

  • dnata to invest $100m in green ops

    dnata, global air and travel services provider, announced that it would invest $100 million in green operations in the next two years to further enhance environmental efficiency across its global network. The company’s ongoing investment in infrastructure, equipment and process improvement will support it to achieve its strategic objectives and...

  • ADNOC partners with BP, Masdar

    The three firms will create green hydrogen and sustainable aviation fuel.

  • Global ESG assets could reach $50 trillion by 2025 : PIF Governor

    Global environmental, social, and governance assets are expected to hit $41 trillion by the end of this year, and $50 trillion by 2025, Yasir Al-Rumayyan, governor of the Saudi sovereign fund said. The growth in assets is due to the fact that Public Investment Fund continues to enhance ESG integration...

  • Mubadala, ENGIE to create digital platform for electric vehicles in Gulf

    Mubadala Investment Company and ENGIE signed an agreement to explore the development of a digital platform for charging electric vehicles in Abu Dhabi and the Middle East region. The two companies will work on a joint solution for the installation and operation of charging infrastructure as well as sustainable mobility...

  • Al Maktoum Solar Park key to achieving UAE’s net zero goal: DEWA

    Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) is implementing the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park clean and renewable energy project to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park is the largest single-site solar park in the world. The solar park has a planned capacity...

  • Policy eyed as Mideast bears brunt of climate change

    Disasters caused by climate change since 2000 have killed approximately 2,600 people, affected seven million others, and caused $2 billion in direct material damage. It may have also reduced annual economic growth by 1-2 percentage points on a per-capita basis, it adds.