New Delhi : The Israeli embassy on Thursday said a partnership has been initiated by the International Federation of Indo-Israel Chambers of Commerce through which an Israel-based company is producing an innovative robotic solar technology in India for a landmark project in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). In a statement, the embassy said it is […]
Kutupalong Camp to Get Solar Lighting
Beyond2020, a UAE-driven humanitarian initiative has announced deployment of solar energy lighting solutions at Kutupalong Rohingya refugee camp in Cox’s Bazar. This is expected to benefit at least 4,500 residents. The deployment in Bangladesh aims to enhance security and create better conditions for social and community activities after dark. This marks the second phase of […]
Fathers and Kids Group in Zanzibar to Build Classrooms with a Solar PV System
The Dh500,000 school extension will include classrooms, bathrooms and a playground, plus a solar PV system to generate electricity A group of families from the UAE will spend the Eid break transforming a community school in Zanzibar. Fathers And Kids Camping started as a Dubai-based network of dads who went on camping trips in the […]
Solar Energy Plant Noor Abu Dhabi Provides Clean Power for Two Years
The plant, which began commercial operations on April 30, 2019, supplies the UAE capital with enough clean energy for 90,000 individuals. Solar energy plant Noor Abu Dhabi, one of the first initiatives to contribute to the UAE’s Energy Strategy 2050, has completed two years of commercial operations. The plant, which began commercial operations on April […]
Iraq Wants Aid, but Saudi Arabia and the UAE See Investment Opportunity
To help weather the coming energy transition, Gulf countries are plowing money in renewable development abroad. In March and April, Iraqi Prime Minister Mustafa al-Kadhimi visited Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates in search of financial aid. What he got instead was a commitment of investment: $3 billion from each government. And both capitals […]
UAE oil storage company in talks to buy green energy firm- source
DUBAI : UAE oil storage company BPGIC is in advanced talks to buy a green energy firm as it aims to diversify its business and contribute to the global push to fight climate change, an industry source close to the discussions told Reuters. Brooge Petroleum and Gas Investment Co (BPGIC) is in talks with two […]
UAE on track to reach 14GW clean power capacity by 2030 : Climate Minister
Moscow: The United Arab Emirates has invested over $40 billion in domestic clean energy projects, the minister of climate change and environment told Sputnik, adding that the country’s clean power capacity would reach 14 gigawatts by 2030. “One of our main priority areas is clean energy. Our clean power capacity, including solar and nuclear, is […]
UAE on track to reach 14GW clean power capacity by 2030 : Climate Minister
Moscow : The United Arab Emirates has invested over $40 billion in domestic clean energy projects, the minister of climate change and environment told Sputnik, adding that the country’s clean power capacity would reach 14 gigawatts by 2030. “One of our main priority areas is clean energy. Our clean power capacity, including solar and nuclear, […]
Leading Oil Producer UAE Says Case For Renewables Never Stronger
The United Arab Emirates, one of the world’s biggest oil producers, said the commercial case for renewable energy has never been stronger. The Middle Eastern country plans to be at the forefront of the transition to greener energy and the fight against climate change even as it boosts oil-production capacity, according to Sultan Al Jaber, […]
67,000+ people from Ghana and Kenya benefit from solar kiosk winner of Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Water Award
Project Maji installs solar-powered water kiosks producing 5,000 litres of water per day The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Water Award is an initiative launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, as an international platform for innovators across the […]