You Searched for

We’ve found 1304 results
  • Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week to Address Key Sustainability Challenges

    The United Arab Emirates (UAE) will build on its global leadership as a catalyst for addressing the pressing challenges of sustainability, including challenges directly impacting the UAE and Abu Dhabi, during “Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week” (ADSW), which runs from January 13 – 17, 2013.

    Published on: 10 SEP 2012

  • Federal National Council Delegation Visits Masdar

    Dr Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, Chief Executive Officer of Masdar, and other senior officials of the renewable energy company welcomed the delegation and presented Masdar’s advancements in the development, commercialisation and deployment of clean technologies and solutions as part of Masdar’s mission to support the Abu Dhabi government in its goal of achieving energy security and diversification of revenue sources.

    Published on: 19 MAR 2012

  • 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.

    Published on: 11 JAN 2012

  • 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

  • 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

  • Masdar City and the UAE Space Agency Announce Exclusive Business Package for Start-Ups and SMEs at the UAE’s First Space Economic Zone

    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 21st September 2022: Masdar City, in partnership with the UAE Space Agency, has announced the introduction of a new business incubation and acceleration package for space related start-ups and small and medium enterprises (SMEs), joining the Space Economic Zone Program in Masdar City – Abu Dhabi.

    Published on: 21 SEP 2022

  • 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

  • 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

  • Masdar welcomes over 6,500 school children

    Over the past two years, Masdar has put in concerted efforts towards spreading the message of sustainable development among the youth. During the last six months, Masdar has hosted more than 2,000 students from over 50 schools to acquaint the younger generation with its sustainability efforts.

    Published on: 23 MAY 2012

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • UK and US Delegations Visit Masdar

    During their tour of the UAE, the group of 10 British Parliamentarians visited Masdar today, led by Lord Howard of Lympne CH QC, the Chairman of the UAE All Party Parliamentary Group which consists of 80 parliamentarians with an interest in the UAE from all parties in both Houses of the UK Parliament.

    Published on: 31 MAR 2012

  • Zayed Future Energy Prize Announces Winners

    His Highness said: “The Zayed Future Energy Prize has become a beacon of light, stimulating thinkers and creators while encouraging the world to accelerate innovation in renewable energy and sustainability. This Prize is a clear manifestation of the vision of the late founding father of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan - who placed a priority on investing in human capital and the preservation of our natural resources for generations to come.”

    Published on: 16 JAN 2012

  • Zayed Future Energy Prize Opens Submissions for 2013 Edition

    The Prize will invite entries from companies, individuals, organizations and high schools prior to the deadline to submit – July 16, 2012, for a chance to win part of the US$4 million prize fund. The scope of the Prize has also been broadened to include five distinct categories: Large Corporations, Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), Lifetime Achievement, and the newly instituted Global High School Prize.

    Published on: 03 MAR 2012

  • 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

  • ‘Green recovery’ to take center stage as ADSW Summit opens for registration

    Registration is now open for the ADSW Summit, part of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW), the global platform for accelerating sustainable development, which will take place virtually in January 2021.

    Published on: 05 DEC 2020

  • 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.

    Published on: 24 FEB 2021

  • 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

  • Join Masdar’s Y4S platform for summer sustainability workshops for youth

    Masdar’s Youth 4 Sustainability strategic initiative is participating in workshop programs led by the UAE’s Ministry of Education and Ministry of Culture and Youth and Abu Dhabi’s Department of Education and Knowledge.

    Published on: 11 AUG 2020