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Shams – A journey from heritage to energy
Abu Dhabi’s Al Dhafra region is a source of great pride for the UAE. It represents the roots of the country’s Bedouin heritage, with its desert sands inspiring many a poem and captivating many an explorer.
Published on: 30 MAR 2021
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Partnerships can help sovereign funds operate as climate-aligned investors
Sovereign wealth funds can leverage partnerships to help them bridge “capability gaps” and operate more effectively as climate-aligned investors, according to a new report from the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) Development Centre. The report cites Mubadala Investment Company’s Masdar as an example of a company that has made partnerships a “core component” of its investment strategy.
Published on: 22 JUL 2020
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Potential of floating solar showcased at PJB Connect 2020
Masdar is supporting its partner PT Pembangkitan Jawa-Bali (PJB) by sponsoring PJB Connect 2020, the virtual electricity exhibition and conference running from October 21 to October 28.
Published on: 26 OCT 2020
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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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Renewable energy stocks outperforming fossil fuel peers during COVID-19 crisis
Renewable power stocks have outperformed fossil fuels peers both over the past 10 years and during the COVID-19 crisis, according to a new report published by Imperial College Business School in the UK.
Published on: 01 JUN 2020
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Ryse Energy moves to Masdar City to capture US$200 billion off-grid renewables opportunity
Ryse Energy, a global leader in renewable off-grid energy systems with over 4,000 installations across all seven continents, has moved to Masdar City, Abu Dhabi, to expand into new markets and capture the multi-billion dollar market opportunities represented in the off-grid energy space across the globe.
Published on: 08 NOV 2020
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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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Energy transition accelerating, Masdar CEO tells MEA Energy Week
The pace of transition to clean energy is accelerating, as cheaper prices for renewables helps to make emerging technologies like hydrogen more viable, Masdar Chief Executive Officer Mohamed Jameel Al Ramahi said on the opening day of MEA Energy Week, organized by Siemens Energy.
Published on: 19 OCT 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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ADQ Launches AED1.1billion fund to help start-ups establish headquarters in Masdar City
ADQ, one of the region’s largest holding companies with a diverse portfolio spanning key sectors of Abu Dhabi’s non-oil economy, has launched an AED1.1billion venture fund that will help early-stage businesses set up global or regional headquarters in Masdar City.
Published on: 20 MAY 2020
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Energy transition investment needs to double over next three years to deliver sustainable recovery: IRENA
Doubling global annual investment in the clean-energy transition over the next three years will support a sustainable recovery post-COVID-19 and create an additional 5.5 million jobs, the head of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) told Masdar employees at a company virtual event.
Published on: 24 SEP 2020
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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 acquires 40% stake in Australian waste-to-energy facility
Masdar has made its first investment in Australia after acquiring a 40 per cent stake in the country’s second utility-scale waste-to-energy (WTE) facility. Masdar made the announcement during Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) 2020.
Published on: 14 JAN 2020
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Masdar acquires solar power plant in Egypt
Masdar, Abu Dhabi’s renewable energy company, has acquired ib vogt GmbH’s shareholding in the 64.1 MWp “Infinity 50” photovoltaic project in Benban, Egypt. Masdar and ib vogt have additionally signed agreements of intent concerning the purchase of ib vogt’s shareholdings in three more solar parks also located in the Benban solar complex, which have a combined volume of 166.5 MWp.
Published on: 21 SEP 2020
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Masdar signs MoU promoting education of youth
Masdar, a global leader in sustainability, and the Abdulla Al Ghurair Foundation for Education (AGFE), a leading private philanthropic organisation focused on education, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on using their respective youth platforms to advance the development of young people in the UAE.
Published on: 26 APR 2020
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Masdar and Cepsa to establish joint venture to develop renewable energy projects in Spain and Portugal
Cepsa Masdar Renovables to focus on wind and solar photovoltaic (PV) energy projects in the Iberian Peninsula; aim is for an initial capacity of 500-600MW capacity
Published on: 15 JAN 2020
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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