Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Witnesses Signing of Strategic New Energy Partnership between ADNOC, bp and Masdar to Maximize Hydrogen Opportunities in the Energy Transition

His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, member of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Office, and Chairman of the Executive Committee of the Board of Directors of Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), has witnessed the signing of a partnership between Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), bp and Masdar to progress their strategic new energy partnership through the development of clean hydrogen and technology hubs, maximizing opportunities of the energy transition.

HH Gen Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Inaugurates Fifth Edition of World Future Energy Summit

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces of the United Arab Emirates affirmed that - led by His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates - God protect him – The United Arab Emirates is committed to retaining its leading role as a global energy provider through energy diversification including the adoption of renewable energy technologies.

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.

Innovation Month 2021: How Masdar City is supporting the UAE as a power hub of innovation

Masdar City, Abu Dhabi’s flagship sustainable urban development, is today home to more than 900 organizations – ranging from international giants to home-grown start-ups – that are developing innovative technologies in the areas of energy, space and artificial intelligence to address the world's most critical sustainability challenges.

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.

Masdar signs landmark agreements to develop 4 GW-capacity green hydrogen plants in Egypt by 2030

Masdar, one of the world’s leading renewable energy companies, and Hassan Allam Utilities, the investment and development arm of Hassan Allam Holding Group, announced today that they have signed two Memorandums of Understanding with leading Egyptian state-backed organizations to cooperate on the development of green hydrogen production plants in the Suez Canal Economic Zone and on the Mediterranean coast.

In the presence of Mohammed bin Rashid, Masdar Signs Agreement with DEWA to deliver sixth phase of world’s largest single-site solar park PV Project

H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai; witnessed the signing of an agreement between the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority PJSC (DEWA) and Masdar, Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC, to build and operate the 1,800 megawatt (MW) sixth phase of the landmark Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park, costing up to AED5.51 billion.

Masdar leads initiative to support development of Abu Dhabi’s green hydrogen economy

Masdar, one of the world’s leading renewable energy companies, announced today that it is joining forces with Abu Dhabi Department of Energy, Etihad Airways, Lufthansa Group, Khalifa University of Science and Technology, Siemens Energy, and Marubeni Corporation in an initiative designed to support the development of Abu Dhabi’s green hydrogen economy.

WiSER white paper highlights impact of artificial intelligence on gender parity in sustainability sector

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.

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.

UAE’s 20by2020 Initiative Brings Life-Changing Water Solution to Thousands in Cambodian Villages

Thousands of people across three Cambodian villages can now live safer, healthier lives following the deployment of new water purifying technology as part of the Zayed Sustainability Prize’s UAE-driven humanitarian initiative, 20by2020.

UAE’s Hope Probe Mission past midway point of journey to red planet

The Emirates Mars Mission Hope Probe has travelled over halfway to the red planet and has successfully completed the mid-flight testing of all of its equipment, Her Excellency Sarah Al Amiri, Minister of Advanced Technology and Chairperson of the UAE Space Agency said at a Masdar employee event today.

UAE’s post-COVID-19 recovery plan will focus on sustainable economic growth, says Minister of Climate Change and Environment

The UAE’s post-COVID-19 recovery plan will focus on sustainable economic growth, His Excellency Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Climate Change and Environment, said today at a virtual event for Masdar employees. Masdar is playing a leading role both in food security and in renewable energy development, where it is supporting “building a greener, healthier future,” His Excellency said.

Masdar agrees to develop utility-scale solar power project in Azerbaijan

Masdar has signed agreements to develop a utility-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) project in the Republic of Azerbaijan. The 230-megawatt (MWac) project is the country’s first foreign investment-based independent solar project structured as a public-private partnership.

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.

Youth 4 Sustainability holds first virtual workshop

Youth 4 Sustainability (Y4S), one of Masdar’s strategic initiatives dedicated to the education, empowerment and engagement of youth, held their first virtual workshop as part of the Future Sustainability Leaders program.

Youth for Sustainability actively contributes to preparing the next generation

Masdar’s Youth 4 Sustainability (Y4S) Virtual Forum concluded following a successful three-day dialogue at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2021, which included inspirational discussion and keynotes by government leaders, industry experts, young innovators and social entrepreneurs. The Forum wrapped up with the Ecothon PitchDay competition for Y4S participants, which focused on innovation in sustainability.

Masdar City at the heart of UAE efforts to confront COVID-19

Since the first COVID-19 cases were reported in Abu Dhabi in late January, Masdar City, the low-carbon, sustainable community built around renewable energy champion Masdar has taken on a new role – supporting the UAE’s response to the pandemic.

Masdar City Builds World's Largest Mosaic Made from Recycled Materials

Masdar City, Abu Dhabi’s flagship innovative and sustainable urban development, has officially broken the Guinness World Record for the world’s largest mosaic made from recycled materials.