Category: Climate Action

AM Green, a prominent producer of green hydrogen and ammonia, has entered into a strategic partnership with DP World, a global logistics leader, to establish a sustainable supply chain for green fuels and chemicals. This collaboration aims to position India as a central hub for the export of green ammonia and methanol, significantly contributing to global decarbonization efforts.Under the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed in December, the two companies will jointly develop logistics and storage infrastructure to facilitate the global

Abu Dhabi is set to become the site of the world's largest 24/7 solar photovoltaic (PV) and battery storage facility, a groundbreaking project that aims to deliver 1 gigawatt (GW) of uninterrupted renewable energy daily. This initiative marks a significant advancement in the United Arab Emirates' (UAE) commitment to sustainable energy and positions the nation as a global leader in renewable energy innovation.The project, a collaboration between Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company (Masdar) and Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC),

Saudi Arabia has officially assumed leadership of the International Society for Reef Conservation (ICRI) Secretariat, marking a pivotal moment in the global fight to protect coral reefs. The move was confirmed during the 2025 ICRI conference, where environmental ministers and stakeholders from around the world gathered to discuss the escalating challenges coral reefs face and the urgent need for coordinated global action. Saudi Arabia's selection as the new chair of the ICRI Secretariat underscores the kingdom's growing commitment to environmental

Saudi Arabia has taken a significant step toward revolutionizing its renewable energy sector, announcing the prequalification of 33 companies for its ambitious 8GWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects. This initiative, which is a critical part of the country's broader energy transformation strategy, aims to enhance the efficiency and stability of the nation's power grid while bolstering its renewable energy capacity.The announcement marks a pivotal milestone in Saudi Arabia's efforts to diversify its energy sources and reduce reliance on

Saudi Arabia’s water sector experienced pivotal advancements in 2023, with desalinated seawater production growing by 31 percent. The increase has resulted in desalinated water now accounting for half of the country’s distributed water supply, marking a rise from 44 percent in the previous year. These developments were detailed in the latest report from the General Authority for Statistics, which highlights significant shifts in the kingdom's water management strategies.The surge in desalination output is a key milestone for Saudi Arabia, underscoring

Oman has launched the Oman Net Zero Centre, a strategic initiative by the Ministry of Energy and Minerals to guide the nation toward its goal of carbon neutrality by 2050. This move underscores Oman's commitment to environmental sustainability and aligns with directives from His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik to combat climate change and promote sustainable energy innovation.The Centre's primary mandate includes developing and updating Oman's net-zero strategies in collaboration with relevant authorities, ensuring alignment with national objectives. It

Saudi Arabia's ACWA Power has successfully secured a financing deal worth $692 million for a major wind power plant in Egypt. The agreement underscores the growing momentum in the renewable energy sector as Egypt intensifies its push to diversify energy sources and reduce its carbon footprint.The financing package for the wind power plant was finalized with the involvement of a consortium of international banks, including the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and the Arab Petroleum Investments Corporation (APICORP).

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has introduced the National Agenda for Integrated Waste Management, a strategic initiative by the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) aimed at revolutionizing waste management practices to bolster the circular economy and advance sustainable development.This comprehensive agenda is structured around three strategic directions: minimizing waste production, adopting circular economy practices, and enhancing landfill management. Developed in collaboration with local authorities, it seeks to transform waste management across the nation, aligning with the UAE Net

Saudi Arabia's ACWA Power has entered the Chinese renewable energy market, securing over 1 gigawatt (GW) of solar photovoltaic and wind energy projects. These initiatives, located across multiple Chinese provinces, are in advanced development stages and will be jointly owned with leading Chinese renewable energy firms.Lyu Yunhe, ACWA Power's Executive Vice President for China, outlined plans to invest up to $50 billion in renewable energy projects across China by 2030. The company aims to achieve 1.3 GW of renewable energy

Citigroup has announced its departure from the Net-Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA), becoming the third major U.S. bank to exit the United Nations-backed coalition this month. This move follows similar decisions by Goldman Sachs and Wells Fargo, highlighting a significant shift among American financial institutions regarding collective climate commitments.The NZBA, established in 2021, comprises banks dedicated to aligning their lending and investment portfolios with net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Citigroup, a founding member, emphasized that despite its withdrawal, it remains

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has enacted legislation requiring companies emitting 500,000 metric tons or more of carbon dioxide annually to monitor and report their greenhouse gas emissions. This initiative, effective December 28, 2024, positions the UAE as the first Middle Eastern nation to mandate such comprehensive emissions tracking, underscoring its commitment to achieving climate neutrality by 2050.The new regulation applies to both direct emissions (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2). Entities meeting the specified

Climate change poses a significant threat to the survival of frog species endemic to Brazil's Araucaria Forest. Recent studies predict that these species could lose between 35% and 100% of their suitable habitats within the next 50 years.The Araucaria Forest, located in southeastern Brazil, is home to several frog species found nowhere else on Earth. These amphibians are particularly vulnerable to environmental changes due to their limited geographic distribution and specific habitat requirements. Researchers have utilized species distribution models

Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) has finalized a green loan agreement to finance its acquisition of a U.S. aluminum plant, marking a significant move in the company’s international expansion strategy. The loan, a green financing deal, aligns with EGA’s commitment to sustainable operations, combining environmental responsibility with strategic growth in North America.The green loan, valued at $500 million, will support the acquisition of the U.S.-based aluminum facility from a major industry player. This strategic purchase is part of EGA’s broader push

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has unveiled plans to invest AED 7 billion ($1.9 billion) in a comprehensive smart grid project, aiming for completion by 2035. This initiative is designed to enhance the efficiency, reliability, and sustainability of Dubai's electricity and water services.The smart grid will integrate advanced technologies from the Fourth Industrial Revolution, including artificial intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT). These innovations will facilitate automated decision-making and ensure seamless interoperability across the utility's infrastructure.

Abu Dhabi's renewable energy company, Masdar, is significantly expanding its presence in Europe through a series of strategic acquisitions and partnerships aimed at bolstering its renewable energy portfolio. These initiatives align with Masdar's ambitious goal to achieve 100 gigawatts (GW) of renewable energy capacity globally by 2030.In a notable transaction, Masdar has agreed to acquire Spanish renewables group Saeta Yield from Brookfield for approximately $1.4 billion. This acquisition encompasses wind farms and solar plants in Spain and Portugal, with an

Ras Al Khaimah (RAK), the northernmost emirate of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), is actively pursuing a diversified energy strategy to meet its future needs. The emirate's Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Strategy 2040 aims to achieve 30% savings in electricity consumption, 20% savings in water consumption, and a 20% contribution from renewable energy in the supply mix, compared to a business-as-usual scenario.A key component of this strategy is the promotion of solar energy. The Solar Program encourages the

Green hydrogen, once heralded as a cornerstone of the global transition to clean energy, is encountering significant economic challenges due to its high production costs. This reality is prompting a reevaluation of its role in future energy strategies.A study from Harvard University, published in the journal *Joule*, reveals that the comprehensive costs associated with green hydrogen—including production, storage, and distribution—render it a prohibitively expensive method for reducing carbon emissions. The research indicates that the expense per ton of carbon dioxide

Tropical cyclones, long known for their devastating flooding, are now expected to bring even greater risks as climate change accelerates. Recent studies examining past hurricanes suggest that under a warmer climate, the extent and intensity of flooding will grow significantly, especially when compound flooding from multiple weather drivers such as storm surge and precipitation interact.A recent study led by researchers from several institutions, including L.E. Grimley and K.E. Hollinger Beatty, highlights how compound flooding—flooding caused by the combination of storm

DP World, the Dubai-based global logistics leader, has issued a $100 million Blue Bond, marking the Middle East and North Africa's inaugural corporate Blue Bond. This five-year bond, priced at a 5.25% coupon rate, aims to fund sustainable projects in marine transportation, port infrastructure, marine pollution mitigation, and water-positive initiatives.The primary investor in this groundbreaking issuance is T. Rowe Price Associates, Inc., a prominent investment management firm. The bond's pricing achieved a spread of 99.6 basis points above U.S.

ENOC Group has announced a strategic partnership with Drive Terra to deploy an extensive battery swapping network across the United Arab Emirates. This initiative aims to revolutionize the e-bike infrastructure in the region, promoting sustainable transportation solutions and supporting the UAE's Net Zero by 2050 strategic initiative.The collaboration between ENOC, a leading energy group, and Drive Terra, a pioneer in battery swapping technology for last-mile delivery services, seeks to address key challenges in e-bike adoption. By implementing a Batteries-as-a-Service

China has achieved a significant milestone in its clean energy efforts with the completion of the country's first factory-based seawater hydrogen production project at Sinopec's Qingdao Refinery. This groundbreaking initiative is poised to play a vital role in the nation’s push to reduce carbon emissions and transition toward greener energy sources.The new facility is part of Sinopec's broader strategy to incorporate hydrogen as a central component in its energy mix, highlighting China’s commitment to reducing its reliance on fossil fuels.

The Arab Coordination Group (ACG), an alliance of ten prominent development finance institutions, has pledged up to $10 billion by 2030 to address the escalating challenges of land degradation, desertification, and drought. This significant commitment was announced during the Ministerial Dialogue on Finance at the 16th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP16) to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD), held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.The ACG's initiative aims to drive land restoration efforts, enhance climate resilience,

Adnoc, in collaboration with 44.01, Masdar, and the Fujairah Natural Resources Corporation, is entering a new phase of its groundbreaking carbon-to-rock initiative in Fujairah. Following a successful pilot using Earthshot prize-winning technology, the project aims to transform carbon dioxide into stable minerals within peridotite rock formations, marking a significant leap in sustainable carbon capture and storage strategies.The initial trial, launched in 2023, achieved the permanent mineralization of 10 tonnes of CO2 within 100 days, underscoring the effectiveness of the process.

A fully integrated lithium battery recycling plant, the first of its kind in the UAE, has been inaugurated at Dubai Industrial City as part of the country's ambitious sustainability drive. Operated by Dubatt Battery Recycling, the facility aims to transform battery waste management by integrating advanced recycling processes into a circular economy model. This aligns with national goals such as the UAE Circular Economy Policy 2031 and Dubai's Integrated Waste Management Strategy 2041.The plant was officially unveiled in the presence