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).

James Cameron visits Masdar City

Revered filmmaker and philanthropist James Cameron visited Masdar City, where he learned about the city’s journey to develop the world’s most sustainable low-carbon city.

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.

Masdar City and DANA Sign MoU to develop beta site for innovative agritech pilot projects and testing in the UAE

Masdar City, the regional home of technology innovation and R&D in Abu Dhabi, and DANA, the Abu Dhabi-based venture builder and investment platform, have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to advance food security at the national level, contribute to agritech sustainability, and support the UAE in meeting key objectives in line with the National Food Security Strategy 2051.

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.

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”.

Masdar project wins regional award

One of our projects has received a prestigious regional award. Dumat Al Jandal (DAJ), the first wind farm in Saudi Arabia and the largest development of its kind in the Middle East, has won the Renewable Deal of the Year at the annual Project Finance International (PFI) Awards, in the Middle East and Africa category.

Ripe Market coming to Masdar City, Abu Dhabi

The wait is finally over; Masdar City, will be host to the Ripe Market’s return to Abu Dhabi, on Friday, 26th November from 4pm to 10pm, with offerings for both foodies and shoppers to enjoy!

Masdar signs agreements to explore clean energy opportunities in Greece

Masdar has signed a number of Memorandums of Understanding with leading organizations in Greece to explore clean energy opportunities in the nation.

Masdar City wins prestigious industry award

Masdar City was recognised as part of the “Building the Future—The Top Real Estate companies in the Middle East 2019 awards organised by Forbes ME, receiving the Best Sustainable Developer Award”, for our pioneering contribution to the sustainable development market. The award was accepted by Yousef Baselaib, Executive Director, Sustainable Real Estate.

Masdar discusses the importance of green construction for a sustainable future during webinar hosted by TENDERD

Masdar has participated in a webinar focussed on the importance of green construction practices in contributing toward a more sustainable future. Hosted by TENDERD, a technology start-up from Silicon Valley based in Dubai, the webinar was led by speakers H.E. Dr. Thani Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade, United Arab Emirates, Mr. Abdulla Balalaa, Acting Executive Director, Sustainable Real State at Masdar City, and Mr. Arjun Mohan, Founder and CEO at TENDERD.

Masdar and W Solar Investment form joint venture company to develop renewable energy projects

Masdar, one of the world’s leading renewable energy companies, and W Solar Investment, a subsidiary of Alpha Dhabi Holding, and a development and investment company in the solar energy industry, have formed a joint venture company (JVC) to develop clean energy projects in a range of geographies.

Masdar looks to global partnerships to drive renewable energy, executive director tells Euronews

Masdar looks to global partnerships to drive renewable energy, executive director tells Euronews

Masdar participates in panel on gender equality in energy

Masdar’s Executive Director for Brand and Strategic Initiatives, Dr Lamya N Fawwaz, participated in a panel discussion titled “Equality in the Energy Sector,” at the Global Women’s Forum Dubai (GWFD) hosted by the Dubai Women Establishment.

Masdar wraps up successful week at WETEX 2019

As a strategic sponsor of WETEX 2019, Masdar was honoured to play a key role in one of the region’s largest sustainability and technology exhibitions this year.

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.

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

Pandemic response gives Caribbean countries opportunity to recover better

The COVID-19 pandemic gives Caribbean countries a historic opportunity to “recover better” and accelerate their clean-energy transition to deliver long-term economic growth and create new jobs, according to a report by Sustainable Energy for All (SEforALL).

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.

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.