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100 MW Solar PV Agreement Marks Masdar’s First Entry into Turkmenistan
Masdar, one of the world’s leading renewable energy companies, has signed a joint development agreement (JDA) with Turkmenenergo State Power Corporation of the Ministry of Energy of Turkmenistan (Turkmenenergo), to develop a 100 megawatt (MWac) solar photovoltaic (PV) plant, which will be the company’s first project in Turkmenistan.
Published on: 22 NOV 2022
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Masdar and DEWA Commit to Support UAE Sustainability Objectives with Partnership Agreement for ADSW and WETEX
Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW), the global initiative championed by the UAE and its clean energy powerhouse Masdar to accelerate sustainable development, and Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), announced today the signing of a three-year partnership agreement to sponsor ADSW and DEWA’s annual Water, Energy, Technology, and Environment Exhibition (WETEX) and Dubai Solar Show.
Published on: 18 JAN 2023
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Wind and solar reach 10% milestone for global electricity generation share
Wind and solar power accounted for 10 percent of global electricity share last year, a milestone enabled by a 23 percent increase in solar generation and a 14 percent increase in wind, according to a report from climate and energy thinktank Ember.
Published on: 04 APR 2022
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Emerge Signs Agreement to Develop Solar Plant for Khazna Data Centers Facility in Masdar City
Emerge, a joint venture between Masdar and EDF, and Khazna Data Centers, the largest network of hyperscale data centers in the Middle East and North Africa region, have signed an agreement to develop a ground-mounted solar photovoltaic (PV) plant to power Khazna’s new data center in Masdar City.
Published on: 18 OCT 2022
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Masdar Signs Agreement with Austria’s VERBUND to Explore Green Hydrogen Production for Central Europe Market
Masdar, one of the world’s fastest-growing clean energy companies, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with VERBUND, Austria’s leading energy utility and one of the largest producers of hydropower in Europe, to explore the production of green hydrogen for the Central Europe market.
Published on: 08 FEB 2023
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Masdar Chairman Dr. Sultan Al Jaber Calls for ‘Maximum Energy, Minimum Emissions’ to Deliver Global Energy Transition
His Excellency Dr Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber, UAE Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, Special Envoy for Climate Change and Chairman of Masdar, called for the world to utilize all available energy sources, including renewables and hydrogen, to meet the energy needs of a growing global population.
Published on: 01 NOV 2022
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Masdar celebrates the work of Emirati Women sustainability champions
Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar is honoring the outstanding achievements and invaluable contributions of remarkable Emirati women who are working to build a sustainable future for all.
Published on: 28 AUG 2023
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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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Carbon Capture, Usage & Storage Project Advanced at Emirates Steel’s Mussafah Facility
The two organisations have made sufficient progress on the commercial principles and have now commenced drafting Head of Terms (HoT) to govern future detailed delivery agreements.
Published on: 17 JAN 2012
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UAE launches regions first waste-to-feed project
Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri, Minister of Climate Change and the Environment, inaugurated the region’s first project that will upcycle organic waste into high-quality products.
Published on: 26 MAY 2022
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Global carbon dioxide emissions set for second-biggest rise in history, says IEA
Global energy-related carbon dioxide emissions are set to surge by 1.5 billion tonnes this year – the second-largest increase in history – as coal use outstrips demand for renewables, according to a report from the International Energy Agency (IEA).
Published on: 22 APR 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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Japanese Minister of Foreign Affairs Tours Masdar & Reaffirms Strong Relationship with Masdar
The Minister of Foreign Affairs was received by Dr. Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, CEO of Masdar, who provided His Excellency with a comprehensive overview of the company’s progress in developing scalable and commercially viable renewable energy and clean technologies. In addition, his Excellency was updated on the progress of ongoing relationships between Masdar and Japanese companies.
Published on: 09 JAN 2012
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Masdar supports campaign to host Expo 2020
Abu Dhabi, UAE, March 1, 2012: In November 2011, the United Arab Emirates presented its bid to the Bureau International des Expositions (BIE) in Paris to host the World Expo in Dubai, between January 4 and June 30, 2020. Dr. Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, Chief Executive Officer, Masdar, conveyed his support to the efforts of the United Arab Emirates in hosting World Expo 2020; highlighting the Expo’s focus on sustainable development.
Published on: 29 FEB 2012
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Masdar to Serve as Lead Sponsor for World Energy Forum 2012
Dr Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, Chief Executive Officer of Masdar, said: “Masdar is committed to supporting all efforts aimed at strengthening the United Arab Emirates’ (UAE) position in the energy sector, particularly in relation to renewable energy. World leaders and clean energy experts will gather at the World Energy Forum to discuss policies and solutions that address the challenges of energy security. Hosting this forum in the United Arab Emirates demonstrates the great confidence the world places in the UAE’s ability to play a leading role in the renewable energy sector."
Published on: 28 AUG 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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President of Turkey visits Masdar
Commending Masdar City and the Masdar Institute of Science and Technology for the great strides they have taken in less than 6 years, His Excellency President Abdullah Gül Said: “Over the years, the Republic of Turkey has enjoyed very strong relations with the UAE; a relationship that is constantly growing through the various joint partnerships that have been forged ever since we established a mission in the UAE in 1979.”
Published on: 29 JAN 2012
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Sheikh Zayed Private Academy Students Visit Masdar
The visit was part of Masdar’s youth outreach program that aims to promote knowledge among the future generation about the different sources of renewable energy, clean technologies and the concept of achieving sustainable development within the UAE.
Published on: 01 MAY 2012
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Renewable energy capacity increased the most this century in 2020, says IEA
Renewable energy capacity rose 45 percent last year – the biggest increase this century, according to the International Energy Agency’s (IEA) latest market update.
Published on: 25 MAY 2021
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Masdar Institute Sets Up iSmart to Design and Develop Sustainable Infrastructure Systems
Masdar Institute of Science and Technology, an independent, research-driven graduate-level university focused on advanced energy and sustainable technologies, today announced the launch of the Institute Center for Smart and Sustainable Systems (iSmart), a center that applies state-of-the-art analyses in the design and development of sustainable infrastructure systems to interface between technology and society.
Published on: 18 MAR 2014
