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Consul General and UAE Students in the US See Solar Impulse 2 Off From Phoenix
His Excellency Abdulla Alsaboosi, Consul General of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in Los Angeles, and Emirati students studying in the US, witnessed Solar Impulse 2 take-off today on the next stage of its journey around the world.
Published on: 14 MAY 2016
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Intersolar North America Hosts International Launch of Masdar’s Solar Hub
The international launch of Masdar’s Solar Hub has taken place at Intersolar North America, the most attended conference and the premier networking platform for the North American solar industry. Currently ongoing in San Francisco, California this week from July 14 to 16, Intersolar North America brings together businesses and leaders from the most important markets around the globe.
Published on: 19 JUL 2015
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Shams 1 wins at the 2016 MENASOL Awards
Shams Power Company, developer and operator of the Shams 1 concentrated solar power (CSP) plant in Western Abu Dhabi, has been recognised for its contribution to local communities at this year’s MENASOL Conference and Exhibition in Dubai.
Published on: 28 MAY 2016
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Solar Impulse 2 Arrives in New York City
Solar Impulse 2 (Si2), the record-shattering solar-powered plane, has touched down in New York City, completing the latest leg of its quest to circumnavigate the world without a drop of fuel. A representative from Masdar, Solar Impulse’s host partner, attended the arrival of the airport at John F. Kennedy airport.
Published on: 11 JUN 2016
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Solar Impulse Embarks on Historic Solar-Powered Transatlantic Flight
Solar Impulse 2, the solar powered plane supported by Masdar, Abu Dhabi’s renewable energy company, departed today from New York City at 2:30 AM Eastern Daylight Time for its daring journey across the Atlantic Ocean. H.E. Majid Al Suwaidi, UAE Consul General in New York City, attended the take-off from John F. Kennedy International Airport. The solar-powered plane is making its way to Seville,
Published on: 20 JUN 2016
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London Array Marks Third Anniversary and Continues to Break Records
The sophisticated 630-megawatt wind power project – the largest international investment of Abu Dhabi’s renewable energy company Masdar – delivers clean and reliable energy to more than half-a-million homes throughout the United Kingdom.
Published on: 09 JUL 2016
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Greater Investments Needed in Renewables and Low-Carbon Projects
The discussion was hosted by Dr. Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, UAE Special Envoy for Energy and Climate Change and CEO of Masdar, and Rt. Hon Gregory Barker MP, UK energy and climate change minister.
Published on: 14 JAN 2013
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Energy and Security Task Force Launched at World Future Energy Summit
The purpose of the task force is to examine the linkage between energy and security and to strengthen multi-lateral mechanisms to promote cooperation and to prevent and defuse energy-related conflict.
Published on: 15 JAN 2013
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UAE Energy Minister Visits Masdar
“With our demand for energy rising, it’s time to seriously consider an integrated, national energy policy to balance the sources of power we rely on,” said UAE Energy Minister H.E. Suhail Mohamed Al Mazrouei. “We must diversify the energy mix, which includes promoting renewable energy, nuclear and continuing to advance our hydrocarbon industry. This approach will help stabilize the global hydrocarbon market and enable us to meet our responsibility toward consumers.
Published on: 22 APR 2013
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Masdar and UK Green Investment Bank Sign MoU
Today, Masdar and the UK Green Investment Bank plc (GIB) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore project investment opportunities in the UK’s clean energy sector. The MoU was signed on the occasion of a state visit to the UK by His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), at an event hosted by HRH Prince Andrew, the Duke of York, at Buckingham Palace.
Published on: 30 APR 2013
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Masdar Showcases Off-Grid Military Energy Solutions at IDEX
IDEX, which takes place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Center from February 17-21, is the largest defence exhibition in the Middle East and North Africa and is held biennially under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE.
Published on: 19 FEB 2013
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Mayor of London Boris Johnson Visits Masdar City
As part of his Masdar City tour, Johnson visited the Masdar Institute of Science and Technology, a graduate level, research-oriented university focused on alternative energy and sustainability. The Mayor met with staff and students to discuss the research being undertaken to advance renewable energy and clean technologies. He was keen to the view the innovative design of Masdar City, its rigorous sustainability standards as well as its integration of energy-efficiency technology with passive and intelligent design.
Published on: 15 APR 2013
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UAE Looks to Strengthen Economic Ties With China in Bilateral Talks
Major Gen Omar al Bitar Opportunities to strengthen economic ties between the United Arab Emirates and China, were the focus of talks during a two-day visit to China by UAE minister of state H.E Dr. Sultan Al Jaber. The visit is expected to lay the ground work for increased economic activity between the UAE and China which is growing at more than 14 per cent annually. Discussions explored opportunities for collaboration and investment across sectors of mutual interest, including energy, infrastructure and technology.
Published on: 29 MAY 2014
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Makers of Iconic Hybrid London Double-Decker Bus Establish Middle East Headquarters in Masdar City
Wrightbus International, the company behind the iconic London double-decker buses, officially opened its Middle East headquarters in Masdar City, today. A global leader in hybrid and all electric public transport and urban mobility, the company will look to leverage its strategic base at Masdar City - Abu Dhabi’s pioneering low-carbon city – to respond to the region’s growing need for innovative, efficient and clean transportation.
Published on: 09 JUN 2014
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Mohammed bin Zayed Hails Renewable Energy Accord between UAE and Saudi Arabia
Masdar and the King Abdullah City for Atomic and Renewable Energy (K.A.CARE) today announced an agreement to work together to advance the development of renewable energy and clean technology across the region.
Published on: 15 JUN 2014
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Abu Dhabi Power Corporation, Mubadala and Masdar Enter into Strategic Partnership
Abu Dhabi, 16 January 2019: Abu Dhabi Power Corporation, a state-owned entity with a mandate to generate value through active asset management of key utilities’ investments in Abu Dhabi, entered into a strategic partnership with Mubadala Investment Company and Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company (‘Masdar’); a subsidiary of ‘Mubadala’, during a signing ceremony held at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2019.
Published on: 16 JAN 2019
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Top 10 technologies to accelerate sustainable development
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 16 January, 2019 – The convergence of emerging technologies has the potential to address global warming and accelerate the transition to a sustainable future, according to ‘The Future of Sustainability’ report launched today by Masdar, Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company, in partnership with The National newspaper and the World Future Energy Summit at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW).
Published on: 16 JAN 2019
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Masdar Launches ‘Noor’ Solar Home System Solution
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates; January 16, 2019 Masdar, the Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company, has positioned itself in the commercial off-grid energy sector by increasing its capacity to rapidly deploy solar kits in off-grid communities around the world.
Published on: 16 JAN 2019
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Women’s empowerment highlighted at annual WiSER Forum
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates; January 17, 2019: Masdar, Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company, hosted its fourth annual Women in Sustainability, Environment and Renewable Energy (WiSER) Forum at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2019, with key speakers urging women and girls to play an active role in addressing global sustainability challenges.
Published on: 17 JAN 2019
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UAE profile as a global sustainability leader strengthens as Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week continues to break records
The 2019 edition of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week successfully concluded on January 19, with the region’s largest sustainability gathering once again achieving new milestones for attendance, participation and business deals.
Published on: 19 JAN 2019
