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UAE launches bid to host COP28 in Abu Dhabi
His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, announced that the UAE is looking to host the twenty-eighth session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change – better known as COP 28 – in Abu Dhabi in 2023.
Published on: 24 MAY 2021
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Masdar City Installs First Rapid Charger in Middle East
The pilot project aims to assess how efficiently the rapid charger technology will function in the region’s harsh climatic conditions. The CHAdeMO-certified Rapid Charger (EFACEC, EV QC) is a high efficiency DC charger provided by Efacec, a leading manufacturer of AC and DC chargers.
Published on: 29 JUL 2012
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UAE to play leading role in hydrogen production, says Masdar executive
The UAE’s abundant solar energy resources will enable the country to maintain a leadership role in hydrogen production, a senior Masdar executive told Investment Monitor.
Published on: 01 MAY 2021
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UAE’s renewable energy capacity projected to quadruple by end of 2025
Installed renewable energy capacity in the United Arab Emirates will increase fourfold by the end of 2025, reaching 9 gigawatts, according to a report from research company Rystad Energy.
Published on: 23 FEB 2021
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Masdar Campaigns for Workers’ Heat Stress Awareness
Participants at the program held at Masdar Institute of Science and Technology, an independent, research-driven graduate-level university focused on advanced energy and sustainable technologies, included senior officials from Masdar City and Masdar’s strategic partner, Health Authority - Abu Dhabi (HAAD).
Published on: 27 JUN 2012
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Ban Ki-moon Launching UN’s International Year of Sustainable Energy for All at WFES
The Secretary-General’s return to Abu Dhabi underscores the importance he places on energy issues, most notably his new Sustainable Energy for All Initiative. The Secretary-General has set three objectives for his Initiative to be achieved by 2030: ensure universal access to modern energy services; double the rate of improvement in energy efficiency; and double the share of renewable energy in the global energy mix.
Published on: 11 JAN 2012
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Global CCS Institute Opens First Regional Headquarters at Masdar City
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates; 30th August 2022: Masdar City, the regional home of technology innovation and R&D in Abu Dhabi, has announced the opening of the Global Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) Institute’s first Middle East headquarters. The opening was attended by the Institute’s global CEO, Jarad Daniels, who was visiting the region as part of a five-day tour, accompanied by the Institute’s Head of the MENA Region, Dr Mohammed Abu Zahra, and General Manager of Client Engagement, Jeff Erikson.
Published on: 30 AUG 2022
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Masdar CEO named United Nations’ “Champion of the Earth”
Organized by United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), the award seeks to honour individuals whose actions and leadership have made a far-reaching positive impact on the environment. The award is a precursor to the United Arab Emirates’ participation at the 20th anniversary of the United Nations Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro in June, during which governments and civil society will review progress and renew their commitment to global sustainability.
Published on: 04 JUN 2012
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Masdar Receives Procurement Award For Supply Chain Portal ‘The Future Build’
The award was presented to Masdar’s Head of Procurement, Zuhu Moussa, for the renewable energy company’s sustainable supply chain portal, ‘The Future Build’ (www.thefuturebuild.com) - the first resource of its kind to originate in the Arab world, charged with sharing sustainable supply chain knowledge and advancing sustainable products.
Published on: 14 MAY 2012
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President Massoud Barzani Hails Abu Dhabi’s Progress in Renewable Energy
Dr. Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, Chief Executive Officer of Masdar, briefed His Excellency and his delegation about the progress made by Masdar in the six years since its inception. His Excellency Nasser Ahmed Al Suwaidi, Chairman of the Department of Economic Development in Abu Dhabi, accompanied the visiting delegation.
Published on: 01 MAY 2012
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Siemens Headquarters Chosen for Top Architectural Award
The jury explained their decision for selecting the Siemens headquarters in Masdar City, one of the integrated units of Masdar, saying: "This is a thorough investigation of the design of large floorplate space in an extreme climate, with a well-explained proposition emerging. The ambition for a LEED Platinum rating means the project will be followed by many designers and clients with great interest."
Published on: 07 FEB 2012
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UAE announces new 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.
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UAE Signs Agreement to Convert Green Growth Institute into Int. Organization
The United Arab Emirates has signed an agreement to convert the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) from a Korean Foundation to an international organization, which will now include the membership of 17 countries from around the world.
Published on: 02 JUL 2012
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Forbes ranks Masdar in its inaugural list of 15 most sustainable companies in the region
Masdar has been named by Forbes Middle East in its inaugural list of the 15 most sustainable companies in the region. The list, which is ranked alphabetically, focuses on the “biggest companies that are making significant efforts to become more sustainable”.
Published on: 22 MAR 2020
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Future Sustainability Leaders embark on month-long boot camp
Masdar’s Youth 4 Sustainability platform, in collaboration with Krypto Labs and The Catalyst, have launched a month-long boot camp, titled ‘Pitch It to Win It’ covering the basics of entrepreneurship.
Published on: 30 MAY 2020
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Graphene has potential to play a leading role in the global sustainability agenda
‘Wonder material’ graphene has the potential to advance sustainability across all sectors of the market, James Baker, Chief Executive Officer of Graphene@Manchester, told Masdar employees during a live virtual event earlier this week.
Published on: 22 JUL 2020
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Masdar signs agreement to explore export of renewable energy from Indonesia to Singapore
Masdar, one of the world’s leading renewable energy companies, announced today that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Singapore’s Tuas Power, France’s EDF Renewables, and PT Indonesia Power to explore the development of renewable energy within Indonesia for export to Singapore.
Published on: 18 JAN 2022
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Inaugural WiSER Wisdom Series session examines role of women in sustainable recovery
Renewable energy has exhibited resilience, compared to other parts of the energy sector despite the impact of COVID-19, and women will see increased opportunities as the sector sees a digital transformation, guests of the inaugural session of the WiSER Wisdom Series webinar heard last week.
Published on: 07 SEP 2020
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Hope Probe makes first contact on mission to Mars
The UAE’s Hope Probe, the first Arab interplanetary mission to Mars, has successfully sent its first transmission from space, according to the UAE Space Agency and Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre.
Published on: 20 JUL 2020
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Masdar Green REIT signs green financing commitment with First Abu Dhabi Bank for growth of its portfolio
Masdar City, Masdar’s pioneering sustainable urban development in Abu Dhabi, through its Masdar Green Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT), has signed a financing commitment in the amount of USD$200,000,000, with First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) relating to financing of the REIT portfolio to facilitate further acquisitions and portfolio growth. FAB will act as sole mandated lead arranger and bookrunner, green loan coordinator, agent, security agent and account bank for this transaction.
Published on: 19 JAN 2022
