Abu Dhabi has completed the first implementation phase of the Environmental Centennial 2071, advancing the emirate’s long-term environmental vision for future generations. Between 2023 and 2025, nine government entities delivered 751 achievements through 98 programmes, translating a shared vision into coordinated action across government.
The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) participated in the 11th GEF Biennial International Waters Conference (IWC11), organised by the Global Environment Facility (GEF) in Bali, Indonesia, where Her Excellency Dr Shaikha Salem Al Dhaheri, Secretary General of EAD and Vice Chair of the Global Council on SDG 14, was among the keynote speakers at the opening ceremony.
Forbes Middle East has named H.E. Ahmad Bin Shafar, CEO of Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation PJSC (Empower), among its Sustainability Leaders in the Energy and Utilities sector across the Middle East, in recognition of his contributions to advancing sustainability efforts and practices in the region.
Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar, a global clean energy leader, has signed an agreement to acquire and develop one of Greece’s largest solar projects, strengthening the country's clean energy infrastructure and supporting its ambitions as a European digital hub, while deepening the strategic partnership between the UAE and Greece.
The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) has announced the schools across Abu Dhabi that excelled in embedding sustainable practices into their operations, teaching and student-led activities, awarding them Green Stars ratings for the 2025 – 2026 cycle as part of the Sustainable Schools Initiative (SSI).
In collaboration with Malabes by Beit Al Khair Society, a UAE-based charitable organisation, Al Jaddaf Rotana Suite Hotel, Arabian Park Edge by Rotana and Park Apartments Edge by [...]
First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB), the UAE’s global bank and one of the world’s largest and safest financial institutions, in partnership with Soma Mater Management Consultancies, convened the Water Resilience and Innovation Roundtable in Abu Dhabi on 19 October 2026. Held under the FAB SME Sustainability Programme, the closed, facilitated session brought together around 20 representatives from UAE-based water-innovation startups, research institutions, and ecosystem partners to explore how finance and collaboration can help advance water-resilience solutions in the UAE.
The Dubai Supreme Council of Energy launched the 6th Emirates Energy Award (EEA) 2026–2028 held under the patronage of HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, under the theme ‘Innovating for Sustainable and Resilient Energy’. This announcement was made by HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Vice Chairman of Dubai Supreme Council of Energy and Chairman of Emirates Energy Award, during the activities of the 12th edition of the World Green Economy Summit at Dubai World Trade Centre.
As the UAE celebrates 2026 as the Year of Family, households have an opportunity to play a greater role in shaping more sustainable communities. From reducing food waste and conserving water to supporting neighbours and making more responsible purchasing decisions, small changes at home can contribute to wider environmental and social progress.
