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Solar panel efficiency to increase 50% with “miracle” cells

By Third party content on May 31, 2023
“Miracle” tandem cells are said to improve solar panel efficiency by 50% with the world’s first commercialisation of perovskite solar cells A South Korean company has made a groundbreaking achievement as they unveiled the world's first production line dedicated to perovskite-silicon tandem solar cells. These innovative solar cells have the potential to boost efficiency by 50-75% compared […]
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RTA rolls out strategy to transition to zero-emissions operations by 2050

By Third party content on May 30, 2023
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has rolled out its 'Zero-Emissions Public Transportation in Dubai 2050' strategy, which makes it the first Middle Eastern agency to develop a long-term strategy for migrating towards Net-Zero Emission Public Transport by 2050. With this strategy, RTA aims to contribute to mitigating climate change and minimise its carbon footprint […]
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DP World cut global carbon emission by 5% in 2022

By Third party content on May 30, 2023
DP World cut direct carbon emissions from its global operations by 5 percent last year, according to its latest Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) report, reflecting progress towards its 2040 carbon neutral target. The ESG report, published today, demonstrates the company’s commitment to sustainable business practices, has been developed in accordance with the latest Global […]
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Science-based targets for nature launched for businesses

By Third party content on May 29, 2023
The Science Based Targets Network (SBTN) has released the first science-based targets for nature. The new framework enables companies to assess environmental impacts and then examine scientific pathways to address them. The original scope of the framework covers freshwater and land, alongside climate, which will be supported by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The […]
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How AI can help produce a new crop of Emirati farmers

By Third party content on May 24, 2023
The UAE is taking a leaf out of the Netherlands' book in attempting to persuade young Emiratis to take up farming by using advanced technology – including artificial intelligence – to drum up interest in the agricultural sector. UAE professors and government officials from the environment and education ministries recently met diplomats, private companies, farmers […]
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Climate Tech: Here are some of the innovators and disruptors

By Third party content on May 24, 2023
As the climate heats up, so does action to move to a cleaner energy future. The UAE faces intense scrutiny and a towering diplomatic task to run the Cop28 conference in November. The Climate Tech event in Abu Dhabi earlier this month was a step forward in assembling the next suite of environment-friendly technologies. The gathering saw the launch of the […]
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Masdar plans huge increase in clean energy capacity

By Third party content on May 24, 2023
Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company (Masdar) has nearly doubled its clean energy capacity and CO2 displacement in the space of two years, and is on track to become one of the world’s largest renewable energy companies by 2030. Masdar achieved a clean energy capacity of 20 GW in 2022, generated 18,000 GWh of clean energy […]
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Tadweer rolls out larger-capacity green containers to enhance recycling across capital

By Third party content on May 24, 2023
Abu Dhabi Waste Management Company (Tadweer) has announced a new initiative aimed at improving waste segregation and promoting recycling practices throughout the Emirate. To address the challenges of waste segregation, Tadweer's new strategy includes the rollout of new, larger-capacity green recycling containers in defined, central locations. Green recycling containers are designated for recyclable materials only, […]
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MENA region’s first sustainable electric aircraft manufacturing facility to launch in Abu Dhabi

By Third party content on May 24, 2023
Abu Dhabi-based manufacturer Monarch Holding and Chinese company EHang Holdings, a leading autonomous aerial vehicle (AAV) technology platform company, have signed a partnership agreement to establish the first facility in the Middle East and North Africa to manufacture and operate sustainable, electric-powered aircraft and drones for passengers and cargo transportation in Abu Dhabi. The announcement […]
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Dubai completes biogas-to-energy project at Warsan Wastewater Treatment Plant

By Third party content on May 22, 2023
Dubai Municipality announced the completion of its biogas-to-energy project at its Warsan Wastewater Treatment Plant. The project is one of the municipality’s renewable energy initiatives that supports its strategic plan to transform its assets into green sustainable assets. The biogas power facility has the capacity to generate 44,250 MWh of electricity annually. The project’s daily […]
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