Category: Climate Action

Greenlogue/APEmirates Water & Electricity Company has formally invited bids for a new combined-cycle gas turbine power plant—dubbed Taweelah C—designed to be carbon-capture ready. The facility, to be located within the Al Taweelah Power and Desalination Complex around 50 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi, is slated to deliver up to 2.5 gigawatts of electricity and is expected to commence commercial operations in the third quarter of 2028.The Request for Proposals, issued in July 2024, outlines comprehensive technical

Greenlogue/APEmerge, a joint venture between Masdar and the EDF Group, has entered into a strategic partnership with Emirates Development Bank to explore collaborative opportunities in the development and financing of distributed solar projects across the UAE. This partnership comes at a critical time when the UAE is accelerating its commitment to renewable energy and sustainability as part of its broader goals for economic diversification and industrial transformation.The memorandum of understanding signed between the two entities outlines a

Greenlogue/APACWA Power, a Saudi-listed leader in the global energy transition, has secured the Noor Midelt 2 and Noor Midelt 3 solar projects in Morocco. The projects were awarded following an international tender process facilitated by the Moroccan Agency for Sustainable Energy. These two projects are set to significantly contribute to Morocco's efforts to diversify and expand its renewable energy capabilities.Both Noor Midelt 2 and Noor Midelt 3 will be state-of-the-art photovoltaic power plants, each boasting a 400 MWp capacity,

Greenlogue/APThe Future Investment Initiative Institute, in collaboration with Saudi oil giant Aramco and global consultancy firm Arthur D. Little, has released a comprehensive white paper focused on leveraging artificial intelligence to revolutionise the voluntary carbon market. The paper, titled “AI-Enabled Carbon Markets: Identifying AI Solutions for the Voluntary Carbon Industry,” explores the vital role AI could play in improving transparency, accuracy, and efficiency within the sector, providing a robust framework for businesses and governments aiming to meet

Greenlogue/APRIYADH: Strategic adoption of artificial intelligence and climate resilience measures could contribute an additional $232 billion to the Middle East's economy by 2035, according to a report by PwC. The professional services firm highlights that AI-driven productivity improvements, coupled with focused environmental strategies, are expected to significantly boost the region’s GDP, taking it to an estimated $4.68 trillion by 2035, compared to the current figure of $3.57 trillion.PwC’s analysis underscores the growing importance of AI as a key

Greenlogue/APACWA Power has forged multi-party preliminary agreements with European energy giants to assess exporting renewable energy and green hydrogen from Saudi Arabia to Europe via the India–Middle East–Europe Economic Corridor. The accords aim to explore large-scale project feasibility and develop cross-border transmission corridors.The MoUs were signed in Riyadh on 20 July during a Renewable Energy and Green Hydrogen Export Workshop presided over by the Ministry of Energy. The consortium includes Italy’s Edison SpA and Zhero Europe BV, France’s TotalEnergies Renewables

Greenlogue/APMasdar has completed the sale of its equity stake in the Sharjah Waste-to-Energy plant to Tadweer Group, consolidating the latter’s position as a primary stakeholder alongside BEEAH in the Emirates Waste-to-Energy company. The strategic divestment marks a key reconfiguration in the regional clean energy sector, aligning the interests of all involved entities with their evolving operational goals and international ambitions.The transaction cements a new operational framework in which Tadweer, known for its circular economy initiatives, partners with BEEAH, widely

Greenlogue/APTelecom operator du has secured ISO 20400 certification, becoming the first telecom provider in the UAE and the second in the Gulf Cooperation Council region to attain the globally recognised standard for sustainable procurement.The certification underscores the company’s systematic approach to integrating sustainability into procurement decisions, ensuring that its supply chain aligns with international best practices for environmental, social, and economic responsibility. By adopting the ISO 20400 framework, du aims to embed responsible sourcing as a core element of

Greenlogue/APUAE health and finance leaders have been urged to expedite air quality improvements, with a new report estimating annual savings of $596 million if pollution levels align with World Health Organization guidelines. The projected gains stem from fewer hospital admissions, drops in respiratory illnesses such as asthma, and reduced premature mortality.The study, led by Economist Impact, highlighted over 94 per cent of the global population lives in areas exceeding WHO pollution limits—a trend reflected acutely in the Emirates. Within the UAE, approximately

Greenlogue/APMorocco is embarking on an ambitious project to construct a 500 megawatt data centre powered entirely by renewable energy in Dakhla, Western Sahara, according to digital transition minister Amal El Fallah Seghrouchni. The facility aims to bolster the protection and localisation of sensitive data infrastructure, reinforcing the kingdom’s drive to establish itself as a key digital hub for Africa.The announcement positions the Dakhla centre as a state-owned flagship in Morocco’s broader digital modernisation strategy, which allocates 11 billion dirhams toward digital transformation through

Greenlogue/APAbu Dhabi’s renewable energy developer Masdar and Spanish energy giant Iberdrola have announced a joint investment totalling €5.2 billion in the UK’s 1.4 GW East Anglia Three offshore windfarm. The project, located around 69 km off the Suffolk coast, will be equally co-owned—50:50—by both firms and supported by a €4.1 billion financing package arranged by 24 international banks.East Anglia Three forms part of a decade‑long partnership underpinned by a broader €15 billion strategic alliance between Masdar and Iberdrola, which spans offshore wind and green

Greenlogue/APThe American University of Ras Al Khaimah has emerged as the top performer among universities in the United Arab Emirates, recording the lowest greenhouse gas emissions under its five‑year Sustainability Action Plan. Spanning 1.3 million‑1.6 million sq ft, the campus integrates a series of targeted initiatives aimed at deep energy and operational efficiency, positioning the university as a rising model of institutional sustainability.Analysis of the latest greenhouse gas emissions report—conducted by consultancy ZeeDimension and commissioned by AURAK—shows that the university’s per‑square‑foot

Greenlogue/APA newly released global analysis reveals that funding for climate adaptation in the world’s most hazard-prone nations has dropped sharply, leaving them dangerously exposed to floods, heatwaves and storms.The Climate Risk Index 2025, based on data spanning 1993 to 2022 from EM-DAT, the World Bank and IMF, found that more than 765,000 people died and nearly US$4.2 trillion was lost in direct economic damage due to more than 9,400 extreme weather events. It highlights the double jeopardy faced by vulnerable

Greenlogue/APMubadala Investment Company and the Abu Dhabi Projects and Infrastructure Centre have formalised a partnership designed to accelerate the emirate’s infrastructure agenda. The agreement, inked during the opening of the Abu Dhabi Infrastructure Summit 2025, establishes a broad cooperation blueprint aimed at advancing key development projects.The accord commits both entities to conduct thorough feasibility studies and share knowledge to assess the viability of proposed ventures. It also includes mechanisms for crafting sustainable financing frameworks that align with Abu Dhabi’s ambitious

Greenlogue/APAptly named California Residences, the latest green‑living enclave by Infracorp has launched sales in Dubailand, with one‑ to three‑bedroom apartments starting at AED 1 million. Positioned within the broader California Village master‑plan, the AED 600 million project embraces minimalist design, expansive landscaping and wellness‑focused amenities, marking a notable entry in Dubai’s sustainable real estate sphere.The California Village community spans 112,127 sqm and comprises the California Residences apartments alongside villas and townhouses under California Heights. The Residences block offers 150 units while the overall development

Greenlogue/APDubai will host the 11th World Green Economy Summit on 1 and 2 October 2025 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, underlining its ambition to accelerate global climate action and sustainable innovation. This flagship event, convened by the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority and the World Green Economy Organisation, will gather industry leaders, policymakers and technical experts around the theme ‘Innovating for Impact: Accelerating the Future of the Green Economy’.Priority areas will

Greenlogue/APThe European Commission has initiated a research and innovation project to develop megawatt charging systems tailored for heavy‑duty transport across the EU. Aimed at aligning with the Green Deal's objective of 90 % CO₂ reductions for HGVs by 2040, the project supports pilot hubs combining ultra-high-power charging with operational road‑haul scenarios on major corridors. The initiative includes constructing two demonstration sites—one in the Nordic region and another in Benelux—to test multipoint charging capabilities and frameworks for large-scale deployment by

Greenlogue/APThe United Arab Emirates will enforce a nationwide prohibition on the import, production, and trade of single-use plastic products starting 1 January 2026, as announced by Dr Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, Minister of Climate Change and Environment. This measure builds upon earlier initiatives, including the 2024 ban on plastic bags, and reflects the country's commitment to environmental sustainability.The upcoming ban will encompass a range of single-use plastic items, such as cups, lids, cutlery, food containers, and plates. These items

Greenlogue/APAbu Dhabi's sovereign investor Mubadala and the Abu Dhabi National Energy Company have finalised the acquisition of an 875-megawatt combined-cycle gas-fired power plant at the Talimarjan Power Complex in Uzbekistan, marking a significant step in the ongoing privatisation of the Central Asian country's energy sector.Each entity now holds a 40 per cent stake in the TPP1 gas-fired plant through a newly created project company, Talimarjan Power Plant 1. Mubadala and TAQA also jointly own 40 per cent of

Greenlogue/APEPointZero, the decarbonisation platform of 2PointZero, and International Resources Holding , a leading mine-to-market platform and subsidiary of 2PointZero, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to jointly advance the decarbonisation of global mining operations.The MoU outlines a collaborative framework between EPointZero and IRH to integrate sustainable practices and technologies across the mining value chain. This partnership aims to leverage EPointZero's expertise in decarbonisation strategies and IRH's extensive mining operations to reduce carbon emissions and promote environmental sustainability in

Greenlogue/APAlt Carbon, a climate-tech startup based in Bengaluru, has raised $12 million in seed funding to expand its carbon dioxide removal operations across South Asia. The funding round was led by Lachy Groom, co-founder of robotics AI firm Physical Intelligence, with participation from existing investors including Shastra VC and ACT Capital Foundation.Founded by siblings Shrey and Sparsh Agarwal, Alt Carbon employs enhanced rock weathering to sequester atmospheric CO₂. This process involves spreading finely ground basalt rock dust

Greenlogue/APEnel, Italy’s largest utility, and Abu Dhabi-based renewable energy firm Masdar are in preliminary discussions to jointly develop battery storage capacity within Italy. The announcement was made by Enel CEO Flavio Cattaneo during a business conference in Milan. The companies, already partners in renewable energy ventures in Spain, are considering expanding their collaboration to include energy storage systems in Italy.Cattaneo highlighted a shared vision with Masdar to advance into new markets, specifically mentioning Italy's interest in battery and storage

Greenlogue/APAbu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar has successfully raised $1 billion through its latest green bond issuance, marking a significant step in its commitment to expanding renewable energy initiatives globally. The issuance, structured in two equal tranches of $500 million with maturities of five and ten years, attracted substantial investor interest, culminating in an order book that peaked at $4.6 billion, reflecting an oversubscription rate of 4.6 times.The bond's allocation saw a distribution of 70% to international

Greenlogue/APCO2Wall, a Netherlands-based climate solutions company, has launched operations in Saudi Arabia with the opening of a new office in Riyadh. This move aligns with the Kingdom's Vision 2030, which aims to achieve carbon neutrality by 2060 and enhance urban sustainability.The company's expansion is facilitated through a partnership with AstroLabs, a business expansion platform in the Gulf region. Gerwin Pul, CEO of CO2Wall Group BV and General Manager of CO2Wall Group KSA, emphasized that the Riyadh office will help