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Dii MENA Energy Outlook 2026 Report Unveiled During ADSW
Dii Desert Energy unveils MENA Energy Outlook 2026i: Middle East North Africa finally enters the “exponential phase of growth” adding 15 GW of solar PV and wind capacity in just one year; the UAE continues to set global benchmarks, most notably with the start of construction by Masdar in partnership with EWEC of a 5.2 GW solar park coupled with 19 GWh of battery storage to deliver 1GW baseload renewable power; Saudi Arabia breaks global cost records with lowest prices for solar, wind and BESS.
Published on: 19 JAN 2026
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Under the patronage of the UAE President, Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2025 (ADSW 2025) to take place in the emirate
Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, the 2025 edition of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) will take place from 12-18 January in Abu Dhabi, bringing together global leaders to accelerate sustainable development and advance socioeconomic progress.
Published on: 06 JAN 2025
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Masdar’s Annual Sustainability Report Highlights Company’s Increasing Global Impact with Record 62% Capacity Growth in Single Year
Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar, has released its 12th Annual Sustainability Report which highlights how the company strengthened its position as a global clean energy leader last year, delivering record portfolio capacity growth and increasing its global footprint through major acquisitions in Europe and the United States.
Published on: 20 AUG 2025
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EWEC Announces Partners to Develop 1.5 Gigawatt Solar Project in Abu Dhabi
EWEC (Emirates Water and Electricity Company), a leading company in the integrated coordination of planning, purchasing and supply of water and electricity across the UAE, today announced the award for its 1.5 gigawatt (AC) Al Ajban Solar PV Independent Power Project.
Published on: 26 APR 2024
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10GW wind farm in Egypt takes major step towards construction
Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar, the UAE’s clean energy powerhouse, along with Infinity Power, the largest African renewable energy developer, and Hassan Allam Utilities, a sustainable infrastructure focused development and investment platform, have today signed a Land Access Agreement with the Egyptian Government for the consortium’s 10GW capacity onshore wind farm in Egypt, set to be one of the largest in the world, with a project value exceeding US$10 billion.
Published on: 15 MAY 2024
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Masdar to Develop 150MWac Solar Plant in Angola to Power 90,000 Homes and Boost Just Energy Transition
Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar, one of the world’s leading renewable energy companies, has announced plans to develop a major 150 megawatt (MW) solar PV project in Angola to deliver renewable energy to 90,000 homes while creating hundreds of jobs, spurring economic growth and cutting carbon emissions.
Published on: 02 DEC 2023
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Masdar and Hy24 Sign Strategic Framework Agreement to Explore Co-Development and Co-Investment Opportunities in International Large-scale Green Hydrogen Production Projects
Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC - Masdar, one of the world’s leading renewable energy companies, and Hy24, the world’s largest clean hydrogen pure-play investor, signed a strategic joint development and investment framework agreement to foster large-scale green hydrogen projects during the UN’s Climate Change Conference, COP28, in Dubai.
Published on: 14 DEC 2023
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Masdar Empowers Next Generation of Global Sustainability Leaders to Innovate Climate Solutions at COP27
Masdar, one of the world’s fastest-growing clean energy companies, and its global Youth 4 Sustainability (Y4S) initiative convened global industry leaders, regional policymakers, students and young professionals for a series of events to empower youth climate engagement and action on the sidelines of the 2022 United Nations (UN) Climate Change Conference (COP27).
Published on: 17 NOV 2022
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Masdar Champions Women at Forefront of Global Net-Zero Transition at COP27
Masdar, one of the world’s fastest-growing clean energy companies, and its global Women in Sustainability, Environment and Renewable Energy (WiSER) initiative, this week held a series of high-level discussions to raise global awareness and support for women as powerful catalysts of sustainable change on the sidelines of the 2022 United Nations (UN) Climate Change Conference (COP27).
Published on: 18 NOV 2022
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Masdar Empowers Next Generation of Global Sustainability Leaders to Innovate Climate Solutions at COP27
Masdar, one of the world’s fastest-growing clean energy companies, and its global Youth 4 Sustainability (Y4S) initiative convened global industry leaders, regional policymakers, students and young professionals for a series of events to empower youth climate engagement and action on the sidelines of the 2022 United Nations (UN) Climate Change Conference (COP27).
Published on: 17 NOV 2022
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Masdar first investor in UK government fund for EV charging stations
Plans for a cleaner and healthier Britain stepped up a gear today, as Ministers announced more than half a billion pounds of investment in green technologies.
Published on: 10 SEP 2019
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CovHack Virtual Innovation Challenge launched to help build resilience in food supply chains
Innovate4Good (I4G), an impact start-up platform, is inviting start-ups, entrepreneurs and other change makers from the MENA region and beyond to register for the CovHack Virtual Innovation Challenge. Running under the theme ‘Circular Economy for Food,’ the challenge aims to discover innovative ways of building resilience in local and global food supply chains in a post COVID-19 world.
Published on: 25 MAY 2020
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Mohammed bin Rashid and Mohammed bin Zayed attend 8th WFES, During the ADSW Opening Ceremony
Abu Dhabi, UAE, January19, 2015 – His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai and His Highness General Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the United Arab Emirates Armed Forces today attended the eighth World Future Energy Summit, a key platform as part of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW). The keynote speech of the opening ceremony was delivered by His Excellency Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, President of the Arab Republic of Egypt.
Published on: 18 JAN 2015
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Masdar turns the tap on cutting-edge seawater desalination programme
Today marks the start of the operational stage of Masdar’s pilot programme in Ghantoot, Abu Dhabi, which will see 1,500 m3/day of potable water produced over the next 15 months using four unique technologies that will demonstrate commercially-viable and energy efficient solutions for renewable-powered desalination.
Published on: 22 NOV 2015
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WiSER celebrates 10 Years of Impact with “We’re Just Getting Started” Campaign
WiSER, a global platform founded by Masdar and the Zayed Sustainability Prize, has launched its 10-year anniversary campaign, “We’re Just Getting Started,” celebrating a decade of advancing women’s leadership and reaffirming its commitment to shaping the future of sustainable development.
Published on: 02 JAN 2026
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Youth 4 Sustainability announces Out-of-Labs winner at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2026
Youth 4 Sustainability (Y4S), Masdar’s global initiative to empower the next generation of sustainability leaders, has announced the winners of its Out-of-Labs pitch competition at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) 2026.
Published on: 21 JAN 2026
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Masdar and Octopus forge strategic pact to turbocharge clean energy systems in UK and Africa
Abu Dhabi Future Energy PJSC – Masdar, a global clean energy leader, and Octopus Energy, the global energy tech disruptor, have signed two Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) for initiatives in the UK and Africa.
Published on: 21 JAN 2026
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Largest ever Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week concludes with renewed commitment to advance sustainable progress
Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2026 concluded its largest edition with a renewed commitment to accelerate real-world solutions and drive sustainable progress.
Published on: 22 JAN 2026
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Masdar signs landmark Power Purchase Agreement for 150MW Quipungo Solar PV project in Angola
Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar, a global clean energy leader, has signed a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) for the 150-megawatt (MW) Quipungo Solar Photovoltaic project in Angola, marking Masdar’s first PPA in the country. The Quipungo project represents the first contracted site under Project Royal Sable, a planned 500MW renewable energy programme across three sites that will strengthen Angola’s southern power grid and support the country’s sustainable development objectives.
Published on: 11 JAN 2026
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Sultan Al Jaber opens ADSW 2026; hails UAE as 'corridor to future'
Dr. Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and Chairman of Masdar, opened Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) 2026, highlighting the tectonic shift in the world’s economy, driven by AI; the UAE’s leadership in providing energy to power growth; and the country’s radical approach to partnership.
Published on: 13 JAN 2026
