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Reimagined Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week concludes with global commitment to deliver green recovery in 2021
Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW), the global platform for accelerating sustainable development, hosted by Masdar, concluded on Thursday with a resounding global commitment to deliver a green recovery in 2021. From January 18 to 21, ADSW took place in a reimagined virtual setting and attracted more than 100,000 views across its online platforms from 175 countries, reiterating its importance as the annual global sustainability event that sets the agenda for the year.
Published on: 26 JAN 2021
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10 things you didn’t know about Masdar City
Anyone can visit Masdar City: That’s right. If you want to discover more about how a sustainable urban community looks and works, visit Masdar City and explore its different elements. Don’t forget to download the Masdar City mobile app for a self-guided tour at your convenience.
Published on: 30 MAR 2021
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2020 marks start of ‘decade of action’ UAE and international policymakers declare ahead of ADSW 2020
2020 should be the start of a ‘decade of action’ to enable the world to work together to meet the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals, UAE ministers and senior business leaders declared today ahead of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW).
Published on: 06 JAN 2020
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Empowering young women to become sustainability leaders
The Women in Sustainability, Environment and Renewable Energy (WiSER), one of Masdar’s strategic outreach platforms, is proud to announce that the WiSER Pioneers Program is now accepting applications for its 2021 cohort.
Published on: 25 NOV 2020
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Flying the flag for Siemens Energy at Masdar City
A flag-raising ceremony at Masdar City this morning marked the brand launch of Siemens Energy in the region. Mohamed Jameel Al Ramahi, Chief Executive Officer of Masdar, one of the world’s leading renewable energy companies, attended the ceremony hosted by Dietmar Siersdorfer, Chief Executive Officer of Siemens Energy Middle East and UAE.
Published on: 01 JUL 2020
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Solar and wind account for 67% of New Power Capacity Added Worldwide in 2019: BNEF
Solar and wind power accounted for over two-thirds of the 265GW of new capacity installed worldwide in 2019, up from less than a quarter of new build in 2010, according to data from BloombergNEF. Photovoltaics (PV) topped all other technologies in new-build terms, with a record 118 gigawatts constructed, and was the most popular technology deployed in a third of nations, the research company said.
Published on: 16 SEP 2020
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The Festival to take place in Masdar City’s new Central Park
An expanded edition of The Festival will be held in Masdar City, bringing to a close Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2020 – the region’s largest event dedicated to sustainability.
Published on: 16 JAN 2020
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Third webinar in WiSER Wisdom Series explores role of science diplomacy in advancing climate action
Science diplomacy is fundamental for furthering international cooperation, mitigating climate change and fulfilling the gender equality agenda, attendees of the third WiSER Wisdom Series heard.
Published on: 21 DEC 2020
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UAE and partners to build resilient green power system for hurricane-ravaged Barbuda
The UAE-Caribbean Renewable Energy Fund (UAE-CREF) has announced a partnership with the Government of Antigua and Barbuda’s Ministry of Public Utilities, Civil Aviation, Transport and Energy, the CARICOM Development Fund (CDF) and the New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (NZMFAT) to restore power to Barbuda following the near-total destruction of the island after Hurricane Irma struck in September 2017.
Published on: 19 SEP 2019
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UAE announces new development and funding agreements under US$50m Caribbean Renewable Energy Fund
The UAE-Caribbean Renewable Energy Fund (UAE-CREF) has entered the second cycle of its three-year plan to build climate-resilient renewable energy projects in 16 Caribbean nations, successfully completing new development and funding agreements for the Dominican Republic, Haiti, Guyana, Grenada, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Trinidad and Tobago, and Suriname.
Published on: 16 JAN 2020
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We Are Committed campaign recognised at 2019 Middle East PR Awards
Masdar took home three awards at the 2019 Middle East PR Association (MEPRA) Awards. Organised by MEPRA, the annual awards programme recognises the most creative and impactful campaigns and professionals in the region.
Published on: 21 NOV 2019
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Largest solar park in Jordan achieves remarkable safety milestone
Baynouna Solar Park, Jordan’s largest solar energy project, has celebrated an important safety, health and environment (SH&E) milestone, achieving 1 million safe hours without a lost time incident (LTI).
Published on: 26 DEC 2019
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Masdar expands presence in Australia with investment in Maryvale Energy from Waste project
Masdar has made its second investment in Australia after joining the Maryvale Energy from Waste (EfW) project in the state of Victoria as an equity partner.
Published on: 21 OCT 2020
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Masdar achieves financial close on landmark 100 MW Nur Navoi Solar project in Uzbekistan
Masdar has announced the financial close of the Nur Navoi Solar Project – Uzbekistan’s first successfully-financed independent power producer (IPP) solar project.
Published on: 23 DEC 2020
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Masdar and EDF Group conclude shareholder agreement to establish energy services company
Masdar, one of the world’s leading renewable energy companies and a subsidiary of Mubadala Investment Company, and EDF Group, low-carbon electricity leader, have signed an agreement to establish a joint venture (JV) company dedicated to energy efficiency and distributed solar power generation projects.
Published on: 15 JAN 2020
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Masdar and EDF Renewables enter strategic alliance to explore renewable energy opportunities in Israel
Masdar and EDF Renewables announced today that they have signed a strategic agreement to explore renewable energy opportunities in Israel and support the country’s clean-energy objectives.
Published on: 21 JAN 2021
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Masdar and EDF Renewables agree to partner in eight renewable energy projects in United States
Masdar has announced its second strategic investment in the United States (US) in a deal with EDF Renewables North America that will see it acquire a 50 percent stake in a 1.6-gigawatt (GW) clean-energy portfolio.
Published on: 13 AUG 2020
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Masdar and First Abu Dhabi Bank complete landmark energy and water-saving project for Future Rehabilitation Centre
Masdar and First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) are celebrating the completion of an energy and water-saving retrofit project for an Abu Dhabi-based school for people of determination.
Published on: 09 NOV 2020
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Masdar and Tribe to establish joint venture for energy from waste projects in Australia
Masdar and Tribe Infrastructure Group, an infrastructure advisory and development firm, will strengthen their collaboration in the deployment of utility-scale energy-from-waste (EfW) projects by establishing a joint venture in Australia.
Published on: 26 NOV 2020
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Masdar highlights clean energy at ADIPEC
One of the largest gatherings of local and international petroleum companies, the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition & Conference (ADIPEC) is running from 11 to 14 November at the Abu Dhabi Exhibition Center.
Published on: 11 NOV 2019
