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UAE Reaffirms Commitment to Green Infrastructure, Mobilizing Private Capital

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UAE Reaffirms Commitment to Green Infrastructure, Mobilizing Private Capital

The UAE is pushing forward its ambitious agenda to transform its infrastructure and lead in climate action, leveraging public-private partnerships and significant capital mobilization efforts. The country’s leadership has emphasized that mobilizing private capital for green…

EMSTEEL Group to Lead IRENA-Backed Decarbonisation Initiative

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EMSTEEL Group to Lead IRENA-Backed Decarbonisation Initiative

The global push for reducing industrial carbon emissions is gaining momentum as EMSTEEL Group has been named as a co-chair for the newly formed 'Alliance for Industry Decarbonisation' spearheaded by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA). The alliance aim…

HKBN Sets Ambitious Climate Goals Through Technology

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HKBN Sets Ambitious Climate Goals Through Technology

HKBN Ltd. has made significant strides in its climate action commitment by achieving validation from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). This milestone positions the company at the forefront of corporate sustainability efforts, aiming to substantially reduce its gr…

Sinopec Charts Path for Green Transition with Innovation

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Sinopec Charts Path for Green Transition with Innovation

Sinopec, one of China's leading oil and gas companies, has embarked on a comprehensive strategy aimed at reducing its carbon footprint while enhancing operational efficiency through innovation and collaboration with educational institutions. This initiative aligns with …

Collaboration with Toyota Fuels Hydrogen Research at KAUST

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Collaboration with Toyota Fuels Hydrogen Research at KAUST

Abdul Latif Jameel Motors and the King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) have entered a groundbreaking partnership with Toyota to advance hydrogen fuel research. This collaboration aims to explore innovative approaches to sustainable energy, particularly…

Oman Launches Study on Low-Carbon Fuel Bunkering

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Oman Launches Study on Low-Carbon Fuel Bunkering

A significant development in the maritime industry is underway as Oman embarks on a comprehensive study aimed at establishing low-carbon fuel bunkering facilities. This initiative aligns with the global push toward sustainability and reducing carbon emissions within the shi…

Qatar's Commercial Bank Launches Record Green CHF Bond

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Qatar's Commercial Bank Launches Record Green CHF Bond

Commercial Bank of Qatar has achieved a significant milestone in sustainable finance by issuing its largest green bond, valued at 200 million Swiss francs (approximately $220 million). This issuance reflects the growing commitment to environmental sustainability in the Midd…

Renewable Energy Investment Must Triple by 2030 to Meet Global Targets

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Renewable Energy Investment Must Triple by 2030 to Meet Global Targets

The call for a significant increase in renewable energy investment to meet global climate goals has intensified. Dr. Sultan Al Jaber, the President of COP28, emphasized that global investments in renewable energy need to more than triple over the next six years to meet the …

Oman's Push Toward Becoming a Global Low-Carbon Fuel Hub Accelerates

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Oman's Push Toward Becoming a Global Low-Carbon Fuel Hub Accelerates

Oman's strategic efforts to position itself as a key player in the global low-carbon fuel bunkering market are gaining momentum. The collaboration between Asyad Group, OQ Alternative Energy, and Sumitomo Corporation Middle East marks a significant development in this dr…

SUEZ, TAQA, and Siemens unite for a new wave of desalination projects in emerging markets

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SUEZ, TAQA, and Siemens unite for a new wave of desalination projects in emerging markets

Global energy giants SUEZ, TAQA, and Siemens have joined forces in a pivotal collaboration aimed at revolutionizing desalination in emerging markets, where water scarcity continues to pose significant challenges. This consortium, blending the expertise of three industrial l…

Brookfield secures $2.4 billion for UAE-backed climate initiative

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Brookfield secures $2.4 billion for UAE-backed climate initiative

Brookfield Asset Management has successfully raised $2.4 billion for its inaugural climate-focused fund, with backing from Abu Dhabi’s Mubadala Investment Company. This marks a pivotal step in Brookfield’s efforts to support global decarbonization projects. The first phase …

Azerbaijan's Climate Fund Faces Challenges in Addressing Finance Gaps

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Azerbaijan's Climate Fund Faces Challenges in Addressing Finance Gaps

Azerbaijan's announcement of a new climate fund aimed at addressing global climate challenges has sparked debate among experts and policymakers. While the initiative reflects a growing awareness of the need for urgent action in combating climate change, skepticism remai…

Major Firms Qualify for Oman Wind Energy Projects

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Major Firms Qualify for Oman Wind Energy Projects

Oman’s Nama Power and Water Procurement Company (Nama PWP) has identified several prominent utility developers to spearhead the construction of five large-scale wind energy projects. This initiative marks a significant step in the nation’s efforts to diversify its energy so…

World Bank boosts climate financing to record $42.6bn for fiscal 2024

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World Bank boosts climate financing to record $42.6bn for fiscal 2024

World Bank's commitment to addressing global climate challenges reached an all-time high, with $42.6 billion in climate finance delivered during fiscal 2024. This marks a $4 billion increase from the previous fiscal year and highlights the institution’s efforts to align…

G42 and Nvidia Forge Alliance for Climate Innovation

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G42 and Nvidia Forge Alliance for Climate Innovation

A new collaboration between G42, a prominent technology company in the UAE, and Nvidia, a global leader in AI computing, aims to develop advanced climate solutions utilizing G42's Earth-2 platform. This partnership is positioned to harness cutting-edge artificial intell…

Saudi Arabia's EV Charging Infrastructure Requires 100-Kilometer Intervals

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Saudi Arabia's EV Charging Infrastructure Requires 100-Kilometer Intervals

Saudi Arabia's ambitious push toward electric vehicles (EVs) faces a significant challenge with the need to establish a comprehensive charging infrastructure. Industry leaders assert that to support the Kingdom's transition to electric mobility, charging stations mu…

TAQA Initiates Dhs150 Million Wastewater Initiative in Al Bahia

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TAQA Initiates Dhs150 Million Wastewater Initiative in Al Bahia

The Abu Dhabi National Energy Company (TAQA) has unveiled a major investment of Dhs150 million in a new wastewater treatment project located in Al Bahia, Al Sadr. This development marks a significant step in TAQA’s ongoing efforts to enhance infrastructure and environmental…

UAE’s Solar Push for Northern Emirates to Cut Power Costs

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UAE’s Solar Push for Northern Emirates to Cut Power Costs

The United Arab Emirates is advancing a new solar energy initiative aimed at reducing electricity bills for homes in the Northern Emirates. This initiative, introduced by the UAE’s Energy and Infrastructure Ministry, focuses on leveraging solar power to enhance energy effic…

Middle East targets $75 billion renewable energy expansion

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Middle East targets $75 billion renewable energy expansion

The Middle East is rapidly becoming a hub for renewable energy projects, with a forecast of $75 billion worth of investments in the sector. This growth is driven by regional governments’ determination to diversify energy portfolios, reduce reliance on fossil fuels, and meet…

MoEI and EtihadWE Launch Initiative to Drive Renewable Energy in Northern Emirates

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MoEI and EtihadWE Launch Initiative to Drive Renewable Energy in Northern Emirates

The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MoEI) and Etihad Water and Electricity (EtihadWE) have joined forces to promote the use of renewable energy in the Northern Emirates. This collaboration focuses on expanding sustainable energy resources and reducing carbon emission…

Imtiaz Developments Partners with EEG for Green Initiative

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Imtiaz Developments Partners with EEG for Green Initiative

Imtiaz Developments has teamed up with the Emirates Environmental Group (EEG) to launch an ambitious sustainability project aimed at enhancing environmental conservation in the UAE. The collaboration, dubbed "One Tree, One Apartment," focuses on integrating green …