Masdar and Etihad Rail Collaborate to Explore Transport Solutions for the Green Hydrogen Value Chain

Masdar, a global clean energy leader and a pioneer in green hydrogen, and Etihad Rail, the developer and operator of the UAE's national railway network, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore transport solutions for the green hydrogen value chain across the nation.

Emerge and Emirates Development Bank to Collaborate on Developing and Financing Solar Projects in UAE

Emerge, a joint venture between Masdar and the EDF Group, and Emirates Development Bank (EDB), the UAE’s key financial engine for economic diversification and industrial transformation, have signed an agreement to explore areas of collaboration in developing and financing distributed solar projects in the UAE.

ADNOC, Masdar, XRG and Microsoft to Advance AI for Energy and Energy for AI

ADNOC, Masdar, XRG, and Microsoft today announced a strategic agreement to accelerate artificial intelligence (AI) deployment across ADNOC’s value chain, and to deliver energy solutions for Microsoft’s global AI and data center growth. The collaboration was announced at the ENACT Majlis in Abu Dhabi, ahead of ADIPEC.

In the presence of Ras Al Khaimah Crown Prince, RAKEZ and Emerge join forces to advance clean energy solutions in Ras Al Khaimah

In the presence of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Crown Prince of Ras Al Khaimah, Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) and Emerge — a joint venture between Masdar and EDF power solutions — signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) during the second edition of Ras Al Khaimah Investment Summit (RAKIS), held in the emirate. The collaboration aims to advance renewable energy solutions within the RAKEZ ecosystem and accelerate the adoption of clean technologies and sustainable practices across the Ras Al Khaimah’s industrial and business sectors.

Masdar harnesses power of AI to protect birds of prey at Zarafshan wind farm

Wind farms can represent a real risk for birds of prey but thanks to the power of AI, Masdar is helping to protect them against the risk of colliding with turbines at the 500MW Zarafshan wind farm in Uzbekistan.

How’s it growing? Masdar City developed ‘smart garden’ teaches kids about homegrown food

This month, young visitors to Kidzania’s outlets at The Dubai Mall and Abu Dhabi’s Yas Mall, will learn how to easily grow healthy fruits and vegetables at home, through a unique interactive experience delivered by Masdar City-based start-up innovation, the HydroArtPod.

Masdar City Tenant Event Series Kicks Off Virtually

The Masdar City team has kicked off an event series for its City's tenants with an interactive virtual session attended by almost 150 guests.

AGS and WiSER sign MoU to empower women to accelerate sustainable development

Alliances for Global Sustainability (AGS) today entered into a strategic agreement with Women in Sustainability, Environment and Renewable Energy (WiSER), one of Masdar’s international outreach platforms, aiming to inspire women of all ages to play a more active role in addressing global sustainability challenges.

Accelerating energy transitions could create 122 million jobs by 2050

Accelerating energy transitions on a path to climate safety can grow the global economy by 2.4 per cent over the expected growth of current plans within the next decade and create 122 million energy-related jobs by 2050, according to a report from the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA).

Why waste management is crucial for a sustainable future

The world’s population is hurrying towards the 10 billion mark by 2050. With two-thirds projected to live in cities by then, urbanization is a global phenomenon that is a leading factor contributing to municipal solid waste.

The UAE and France agree to form bilateral partnership to focus on the decarbonization of hard-to-abate (HTA) industries

His Excellency Dr Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, UAE Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, President-Designate for COP28, and Chairman of Masdar, yesterday conferred with His Excellency Bruno Le Maire, Minister of the Economy, Finance, and Industrial and Digital Sovereignty, as part of the French Minister’s visit to the United Arab Emirates.

Masdar Makes Strategic Investment in One of the World’s Largest Geothermal Players, Growing Clean Energy Portfolio

Masdar, a global clean energy powerhouse, is entering the geothermal energy sector, through a strategic investment in Pertamina Geothermal Energy (PGE), one of the world’s largest geothermal players.

Emerge Partners with Coca-Cola Al Ahlia Beverages’ on new Solar Project

Emerge, a joint venture between the UAE’s Masdar and France’s EDF, has signed an agreement with Coca-Cola Al Ahlia Beverages, Coca-Cola’s bottler and distributor in the UAE, to develop a 1.8-megawatt (MWp) solar photovoltaic (PV) plant for its Al Ain facility.

ADSW Summit white paper sets out pathway to Net Zero

Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, the sustainability platform hosted by Masdar, has produced a white paper highlighting some of the key findings from the ADSW Summit 2022, held in January. The Journey to Net Zero reflects the key themes of the event: Global Collaboration & Leadership, Innovation and Technology, and Sustainable Finance.

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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