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Directorate of Energy & Climate Change Shares UAE’s Approach to Development in Water Sector
Abu Dhabi, UAE, April 15, 2015 – HE Dr. Thani Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Permanent Representative of the UAE to IRENA and Ministry of Foreign Affairs Director of Energy and Climate Change, joined representatives from fellow GCC states at a ministerial roundtable discussion on culture, education and capacity development in the water sector at the 7th World Water Forum in the Republic of Korea.
Published on: 15 APR 2015
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UAE Delegation Advances Water Security Debate at 7th World Water Forum
The UAE concluded its participation in the 7th World Water Forum alongside 30,000 international government leaders, industry experts and policy makers. The Forum, held in the Republic of Korea from April 12th to the 17th, focused on addressing the increasing global water security challenge.
Published on: 19 APR 2015
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UAE Delegation to Shape Conversation on Future Water Security at World Water Forum in South Korea
Critical issues around the use and conservation of water will take centre stage at the 7th World Water Forum, to be held in South Korea, where a high level delegation from the United Arab Emirates, led by His Highness Sheikh Hamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Crown Prince Court of Abu Dhabi, will help shape the conversation on future water security and stimulate tangible actions to alleviate water scarcity.
Published on: 11 APR 2015
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UAE Delegation Briefs International Media on Country’s Water Initiatives at 7th World Water Forum
Representatives from the United Arab Emirates’ delegation to the 7th World Water Forum in the Republic of Korea briefed international media on the vital water challenges the UAE faces and how the country is addressing the issue through a mix of policy, innovation and technology solutions.
Published on: 15 APR 2015
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Jordan’s King Abdullah II Inaugurates First Utility-Scale Wind Farm in the Middle East
Tafila, Jordan, 17 December, 2015 – His Majesty King Abdullah II Ibn al-Hussein of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan inaugurated today the first utility-scale wind power project in the Middle East with high-level officials from across the Middle East in attendance, including HRH Prince Talal bin Muhammad; HE Dr Abdullah Ensour, the Prime Minister of Jordan; HE Dr Sultan Al Jaber, UAE Minister of State and Chairman of Masdar; HE Dr Ibrahim Saif, Jordan Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources; HE Bilal Rabie Bilal Al Bodour, UAE Ambassador to Jordan; and Dr Ahmad Belhoul, CEO of Masdar. Built by the Jordan Wind Project Company (JWPC), the wind farm is a joint project of Masdar, InfraMed and EP Global Energy.
Published on: 19 DEC 2015
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WiSER outlines 10 actions to expand women’s economic participation and drive global growth
WiSER, a global platform founded by Masdar and the Zayed Sustainability Prize to champion women as leaders of sustainable change, today launched Inclusive Pathways for Transformative Growth, a white paper that recommends practical actions to enhance women’s economic participation and drive global growth.
Published on: 09 APR 2026
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Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week Welcomes Global Leaders and Partners to Drive Sustainable Progress
Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) 2026, hosted by Masdar, begins next week, convening Heads of State, ministers and government officials, alongside business leaders, investors, and innovators, to address the most critical sustainability challenges and deliver a roadmap for global progress.
Published on: 07 JAN 2026
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Masdar Partners with Elite Agro Holding to Launch First Agricultural Photovoltaic Project in the MENA Region
Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar, a global clean energy leader, is partnering with Elite Agro Holding, a trusted global expert in food and agriculture production and development, to launch the first agricultural photovoltaic (AgriPV) project in the MENA region.
Published on: 15 JAN 2026
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Masdar and EPCG to explore joint venture for development of renewables in Montenegro
Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar, a global clean energy leader, and Elektroprivreda Crne Gore (EPCG), Montenegro’s national power utility, have agreed to explore a joint venture to develop large-scale renewable energy projects in Montenegro.
Published on: 16 JAN 2026
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Dii MENA Energy Outlook 2026 Report Unveiled During ADSW
Dii Desert Energy unveils MENA Energy Outlook 2026i: Middle East North Africa finally enters the “exponential phase of growth” adding 15 GW of solar PV and wind capacity in just one year; the UAE continues to set global benchmarks, most notably with the start of construction by Masdar in partnership with EWEC of a 5.2 GW solar park coupled with 19 GWh of battery storage to deliver 1GW baseload renewable power; Saudi Arabia breaks global cost records with lowest prices for solar, wind and BESS.
Published on: 19 JAN 2026
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Youth 4 Sustainability announces Out-of-Labs winner at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2026
Youth 4 Sustainability (Y4S), Masdar’s global initiative to empower the next generation of sustainability leaders, has announced the winners of its Out-of-Labs pitch competition at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) 2026.
Published on: 21 JAN 2026
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Masdar and Octopus forge strategic pact to turbocharge clean energy systems in UK and Africa
Abu Dhabi Future Energy PJSC – Masdar, a global clean energy leader, and Octopus Energy, the global energy tech disruptor, have signed two Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) for initiatives in the UK and Africa.
Published on: 21 JAN 2026
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Largest ever Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week concludes with renewed commitment to advance sustainable progress
Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2026 concluded its largest edition with a renewed commitment to accelerate real-world solutions and drive sustainable progress.
Published on: 22 JAN 2026
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Global leaders convene at WiSER Annual Forum as platform marks 10 years of advancing women in sustainability
More than 120 influential figures gathered to advance dialogue on women’s leadership in sustainability and inclusive development at an annual forum held by WiSER, a global platform founded by Masdar and Zayed Sustainability Prize. The event took place on Wednesday, January 14, as part of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) 2026.
Published on: 27 JAN 2026
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Masdar signs landmark Power Purchase Agreement for 150MW Quipungo Solar PV project in Angola
Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar, a global clean energy leader, has signed a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) for the 150-megawatt (MW) Quipungo Solar Photovoltaic project in Angola, marking Masdar’s first PPA in the country. The Quipungo project represents the first contracted site under Project Royal Sable, a planned 500MW renewable energy programme across three sites that will strengthen Angola’s southern power grid and support the country’s sustainable development objectives.
Published on: 11 JAN 2026
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Masdar reaches 65GW as it celebrates 20 years of renewable energy leadership
Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar, a global clean energy leader, today announced that its renewable energy portfolio capacity has reached 65 gigawatts (GW), up from 51GW in 2025, marking two decades since the UAE made the strategic decision to invest early in clean energy.
Published on: 13 JAN 2026
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Under the patronage of the UAE President, Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2025 (ADSW 2025) to take place in the emirate
Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, the 2025 edition of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) will take place from 12-18 January in Abu Dhabi, bringing together global leaders to accelerate sustainable development and advance socioeconomic progress.
Published on: 06 JAN 2025
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Emirates Global Aluminium Commits to Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week as Associate Partner
Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW), the global platform for addressing the world’s most pressing sustainability challenges, announced today that Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA), the largest industrial company in the UAE outside oil and gas, has signed a three-year partnership agreement.
Published on: 08 JAN 2025
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Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Youth 4 Sustainability Hub participates in Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2025
Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Youth 4 Sustainability Hub participates in Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2025
Published on: 12 JAN 2025
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ADSW 2025 Announces Strategic Partnerships to Advance Sustainable Progress Agenda
Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW), the global platform supported by the UAE and hosted by its clean energy leader Masdar, has announced key partners for the 2025 edition, which will take place from January 12 to 18 in the UAE capital.
Published on: 11 JAN 2025