Special initiative

Encouraging innovation to make Abu Dhabi a hub for sustainability and renewable energy.

Board of Directors Renewables

Established in 2006 by Dr. Al Jaber under UAE leadership direction, Masdar advances adoption of renewables within the UAE, across the region & globally

Board of Directors Green Hydrogen

Established in 2006 by Dr. Al Jaber under UAE leadership direction, Masdar advances adoption of renewables within the UAE, across the region & globally

WiSER Newsletter

Positioning women and girls as drivers of change and innovation, while ensuring that their voices are heard across the sustainability debate

WiSER Annual Forum

WiSER’s flagship event brings together policymakers, industry leaders and other influential figures from around the world to discuss topics related to sustainability and gender equality. It takes place during Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week. A report summarizing the forum’s discussions and action points is published later.

Published White Papers

Explore the key findings of the 2023 WiSER Annual Forum outlined in the “Boosting Women-Led Climate Adaptation: A WiSER Perspective” white paper.

IAmWiSER

This global campaign encouraged policymakers, industry leaders and the public to take the #IAmWiSER pledge to champion women as agents of sustainable change. The campaign was launched in October 2022 with the endorsement of women globally recognized for leading sustainability at the highest levels of UAE government, multinational corporations, and the United Nations.

WiSER Cares

WiSER Cares is an initiative launched to engage women enrolled on the WiSER Pioneers Program in an active learning experience and a multidisciplinary approach focused on promoting community development through cultural exchange.

ThePowerofNext

The future isn't somewhere we're going. It's something we're powering.

UAE President attends opening of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today attended the opening ceremony of the 2026 Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC).

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).

Masdar celebrates inauguration of landmark 100 MW Nur Navoi Solar project in Uzbekistan

Masdar, a subsidiary of Mubadala Investment Company and one of the world’s leading renewable energy companies, has inaugurated the Nur Navoi Solar Project – Uzbekistan’s first successfully-financed independent power producer (IPP) solar project.

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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.

Second Phase of Masdar City’s Etihad Eco-Residence Awarded LEED Platinum Certification

Masdar has announced that the second phase of its Etihad Eco-Residence project has been awarded Platinum certification, the highest ranking under the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) system.

Emerging Leader attends first UN Youth Climate Summit

The United Nations (UN) has hosted the first UN Youth Climate Summit in New York to coincide with the UN Climate Action Summit 2019.

Fire at Masdar Offices Under Control

A fire started at approximately 1:30 am at the temporary Masdar offices on the outskirts of Masdar City. Masdar City and its buildings were not affected by the fire, and no one was injured. The fire caused damage to Block 1 and 2, a section of Masdar’s temporary offices. Abu Dhabi Civil Defence brought the fire under control and is looking into the cause.

Zayed Future Energy Prize Jury Members Visit Masdar’s Shams 1 Solar Power Station

The largest CSP plant in the Middle East and North Africa when commissioned later this year, Shams 1 will offset nearly 175,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide each year, which is equivalent to planting 1.5 million trees or taking 15,000 cars off the road.

Masdar launches enhanced green building materials website

Abu Dhabi, UAE, November 16, 2014: Masdar on Sunday announced the official launch of its enhanced green building materials website, the Future Build, enabling the listed suppliers to market their products as The Future Build certified products.