The system was developed in collaboration with 386 Sky Solar Energy Systems LLC, bringing together Globalpharma’s focus on operational optimisation with specialised expertise in industrial-scale renewable energy deployment.

Fully operational, the solar installation has been implemented under Dubai’s Shams Dubai programme, enabling both on-site energy consumption and the export of surplus power to the grid through a bi-directional metering system. The project represents a significant step in integrating clean energy within Globalpharma’s manufacturing operations while enhancing overall operational performance.

Commenting on the initiative, Dr. Basem Albarahmeh, Chief Executive Officer of Globalpharma, said: “This initiative builds on a broader set of measures we have been implementing to strengthen efficiency and sustainability across our manufacturing operations. The integration of solar energy is a natural extension of our efforts to optimise resource utilisation, enhance energy efficiency and progressively reduce the environmental footprint of pharmaceutical production. As we continue to scale our capabilities, our focus remains on embedding sustainable practices within core operations, supporting a more resilient and future-ready manufacturing platform that aligns with evolving industry and regulatory expectations.”

Commenting on the partnership, Ahmad Al Khayyat, Chairman of Three Eight Six, said: “Partnership is a statement of intent. Global Pharma has chosen to embed clean energy” into their manufacturing operations, and that is exactly the kind of leadership that moves an entire industry forward. UAE’s Net Zero ambition will be built on decisions like this one.”

The initiative also aligns with broader national priorities, including the UAE’s clean energy transition and Net Zero 2050 strategy, supporting the progressive decarbonisation of industrial operations within the healthcare manufacturing sector.

Dubai, UAE – 30 April 2026: Emirates Environmental Group (EEG) successfully hosted its 2^nd Panel Discussion of 2026, titled “Decarbonising Packaging: Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), Carbon Footprint, Innovation and Climate-Neutral Strategies.” The session convened policymakers, industry leaders, sustainability experts, academicians and youth to examine pathways for reducing packaging-related emissions and advancing climate-aligned, circular packaging systems.

As global climate commitments intensify, the discussion addressed the growing recognition that packaging represents a significant contributor to Scope 3 emissions across manufacturing, retail and consumer goods sectors. The panel explored how life cycle thinking, data-driven assessment and innovation can guide meaningful emissions’ reductions across the full packaging value chain; from material extraction and production to use and end-of-life management.

In her opening address, Dr. Habiba Al Mar’ashi, Co-Founder and Chairperson of EEG, emphasised that packaging is more than a functional necessity; it is a critical component of global supply chains and environmental stewardship. She also highlighted that Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and carbon foot-printing are essential tools for identifying emissions hotspots, enhancing resource efficiency and ensuring that climate-neutral strategies are measurable and credible. She further noted that innovation, digital tools, policy support and cross-sector collaboration are vital to transforming packaging systems into sustainable, climate-resilient and socially responsible models.

The event commenced with expert panels featuring Ms. Jamila El Mir, Strategy Advisorfrom Dubai Environment and Climate Change Authority (DECCA), Dr. Nika Salvetti, Visiting professor at Heriot-Watt University Dubai, Mr Omar Jaber, Regional Manager Legal and Sustainability Middle East and North Africa at CANPACK Middle Eastand Mr. Deepak Chavan from Napco National.

This expert panel examined the technical, regulatory, market and design dimensions of decarbonising packaging. Panellists explored how LCA-based assessments can support informed decision-making, guide low-carbon material choices and strengthen transparency in sustainability reporting.

Discussions also focused on innovations in material science, circular design, recycling infrastructure and advanced technologies, including digital carbon accounting tools and supply-chain traceability systems.

Speakers highlighted that while innovation offers significant opportunities, decarbonised packaging also depends on robust waste management systems, investments in recycling capacity, harmonised standards and supportive policy frameworks, including Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR). The credibility of climate-neutral claims, panellists stressed, must be underpinned by measurable reductions, transparent accounting and alignment with international best practices. Panellists also emphasised the importance of collaboration among governments, manufacturers, brands, academia and researchers to scale low-carbon packaging solutions and strengthen regional leadership in sustainability.

An engaging Q&A session followed, enabling participants to interact directly with speakers on implementation challenges, regulatory readiness, innovation pathways and strategies for building climate-neutral packaging portfolios aligned with global standards.

Reflecting on the session, Dr. Habiba Al Mar’ashi stated: “Decarbonising packaging is a critical component of climate action and sustainable production. By applying life cycle assessment, fostering innovation and strengthening collaboration across value chains, we can ensure that packaging solutions contribute meaningfully to emissions reduction and long-term environmental resilience. EEG remains committed to advancing informed dialogue and actionable pathways that support climate-neutral strategies.”

The discussion reinforced the importance of data-driven approaches, policy coherence and long-term investment in enabling scalable decarbonisation. Participants agreed that transforming packaging systems is essential not only for emissions reduction but also for enhancing material efficiency, competitiveness and sustainable economic development.

This impactful session was made possible through the valued support of McDonald’s UAE, the Main Contributor, whose unwavering commitment to EEG’s programmes and activities continue to strengthen national climate dialogue platforms. Holiday Inn & Suites Dubai Science Park, as the Venue Host, provided an exceptional setting that elevated the professionalism and ensured seamless hospitality for all participants.

The panel was further reinforced by the continued partnership of EEG’s collaborators —the Emirates Green Building Council, the Clean Energy Business Council, the Swiss Business Council, Capital Club Dubai and the CSR Partner – the Arabia CSR Network.

Their support reflects a shared dedication to advancing environmental stewardship, promoting informed climate discourse and fostering cross-sector collaboration that drives meaningful and long-term impact.

This impactful session marked another important milestone in EEG’s 2026 panel discussion series, further strengthening its role as a platform for advancing sustainability leadership, informed climate discourse and cross-sector collaboration.

Sharjah, UAE — April 9, 2026 — The Sharjah Waste to Energy Facility has processed 1,000,000 tons of waste since inauguration, marking a major operational milestone in Sharjah’s zero–waste to landfill journey while contributing to the UAE’s progressive energy strategy towards net-zero emissions. As the plant advances into its highly anticipated Phase 2 expansion, it continues to generate 30 MW of low-carbon electricity for the Sharjah public grid while offsetting 450,000 tons of CO2 emissions annually through landfill diversion. Established in 2022 as a flagship project of the Emirates Waste to Energy Company, a joint venture between BEEAH and Tadweer Group, the Sharjah Waste to Energy plant is the region’s first commercial-scale facility of its kind. As part of Sharjah’s broader circular ecosystem, it has played a transformative role in achieving the emirate’s 93% landfill diversion rate, complementing the integrated recycling operations at BEEAH’s state-of-the-art facilities within the Waste Management Complex in Al Saja’a.

From processing 100,000 tons of waste in its inaugural year to achieving its latest milestone, the Sharjah Waste to Energy plant has diverted enough waste from landfill equivalent to the combined weight of two Burj Khalifas. Upon Phase 2 completion, the Sharjah Waste to Energy project will double its positive impact through a second, duplicate plant adjoining the existing facility. The expanded plant will deliver significant increases:

• Power output: from 30 MW to 60 MW

• Annual waste processing: from 300,000 tons to 600,000 tons
• CO₂ displacement: from 450,000 tons to nearly 1 million tons
• Homes powered: from 28,000 to approximately 60,000 households

This enhanced capacity will be supported by continued collaboration with the Sharjah Electricity, Water, and Gas Authority (SEWA) to enable efficient integration into the public grid and further contribute to the UAE’s rapidly expanding clean energy portfolio.

Waste-to-energy is one of the major alternative pathways in the UAE’s energy diversification strategy, which has proactively laid the foundation since 2017 for tripling the share of national renewable energy. Clean energy produced from waste sustainably meets growing power demand while advancing the country’s ambitions for reaching net zero by 2050. The Sharjah Waste to Energy plant is a key contributor to this strategy, alongside landmark renewable and nuclear energy projects such as the Dubai Waste-to-Energy Plant, the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park, and the Barakah Nuclear Energy plant.

Commenting on the milestone, Hamza Al Jefri, CEO of the Emirates Waste to Energy Company, said: “Reaching the 1,000,000-ton milestone demonstrates the feasibility of our waste-to-energy model in addressing landfill dependency and clean energy needs. With Phase 2, we are focused on scaling our impact even further, expanding clean output while continuing to provide an effective solution for hard-to-recycle waste. The Emirates Waste to Energy Company remains committed to supporting national and local sustainability goals through energy innovation and operational excellence.”

By transforming residual waste into clean energy, the facility directly tackles the UAE’s high per capita municipal solid waste generation, a rising cost the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) is working to eliminate through initiatives that promote waste as an economic resource.

Fahad Shehail, CEO of Environment at BEEAH, added: “Through the Sharjah Waste to Energy plant, BEEAH continues to deliver innovative solutions that are enabling near-total landfill diversion in Sharjah. The latest achievement is a testament to the vision of our leadership and the strength of our partnerships. Phase 2 will significantly expand our positive impact, supporting the UAE’s transition to a cleaner, more circular economy and creating long-term environmental value for the region’s future-ready cities.”

The Sharjah Waste to Energy plant is located adjacent to BEEAH’s Waste Management Complex, which houses 12 integrated waste processing facilities, including one of the world’s largest Material Recovery Facilities. Collectively, the facilities process different types of municipal and commercial waste to recover recyclables for reintroduction into the circular economy and produce alternative materials and fuels. The residual, hard-to-recycle waste is sent to the Sharjah Waste to Energy plant, where it is thermally treated. The resultant heat is applied to a boiler, producing high-pressure steam to run a turbine generator. The plant produces low-carbon electricity, while treating flue gas and bottom ash, in line with best available European Union techniques. The residual heat is recovered, and the steam is condensed to be recycled, forming a closed-loop, efficient waste-to-energy process.

In 2025, Tadweer Group acquired Masdar’s stake in the Sharjah Waste to Energy Facility, becoming a joint venture partner to BEEAH. Building on the successes of the Sharjah plant and its subsequent expansion, the Emirates Waste to Energy Company aims to develop more clean energy projects across the UAE and the wider region to advance a sustainable, low-carbon future.

Dubai, UAE, 7 April 2026 – LIPTON Teas and Infusions, the world’s leading tea company with operations in over 100 countries, has officially commissioned a solar power plant in collaboration with Yellow Door Energy, a premier sustainable energy partner in the Middle East and South Africa.

The newly operational 580 kilowatt-peak (kWp) solar plant, installed in Lipton Jebel Ali factory car park roof, is projected to generate 958,000 kilowatt-hours (kWh) of clean electricity in its first year, covering 13% of the facility’s energy consumption, and enough to produce more than 1 billion teabags a year. To maintain optimal performance, the facility features four cleaning robots that efficiently remove dust while minimizing water usage.

Comprising nearly 1,000 solar panels, this solar plant not only provides renewable energy generation but also offers shade for 88 parking spaces. The project is set to reduce carbon emissions by 388,000 kilograms annually, directly supporting LIPTON Teas and Infusions global sustainability objectives and aligning with the UAE’s Net Zero by 2050 Clean Energy Strategy.

“This solar installation in Lipton Jebel Ali factory enhances our share of renewable electricity at our Dubai operations, “Our commitment to achieving Net Zero across our value chain by 2040 is further strengthened by this project, raising the proportion of clean energy used in our manufacturing facilities. Additionally, our Khanewal factory in Pakistan is already utilizing solar power, and our Kaplan factory in Turkey is pursuing similar initiatives, reinforcing our global commitment to decarbonization.” Bruno Laine, Chief Supply Chain Officer at LIPTON Teas and Infusions, stated.

“Our commitment to environmental responsibility has always been a fundamental part of how we operate at the Lipton Jebel Ali factory. As the first factory in the United Arab Emirates to achieve zero waste to landfill, we are advancing further by taking decisive action to reduce our environmental impact at its source. The solar panels installation initiative aligns with the environmental pillar outlined in the Lipton Management System and supports the UAE’s Net Zero objectives. Our partnership with Yellow Door Energy demonstrates our clear intent to turn our sustainability commitments into meaningful, measurable results” Philip Ayoub, Lipton Jebel Ali Factory Director, and Global Digital Lead, LIPTON Teas and Infusions, commented.

Jeremy Crane, Group CEO of Yellow Door Energy, remarked, “We are proud to partner with LIPTON Teas and Infusions to bring this solar plant to life in Lipton Jebel Ali factory. This project exemplifies how manufacturers can effectively reduce emissions and energy costs through solar leasing. With over 1.1 terawatt-hours of clean electricity generated across seven countries, Yellow Door Energy continues to gain the trust of global manufacturers as they work towards decarbonizing their operations.”

As the solar developer, Yellow Door Energy is responsible for financing, designing, constructing, commissioning, operating, and maintaining the solar plant throughout the lease term. Solar leasing allows businesses to cut energy costs without upfront investment or operational risks, enabling them to focus on their core operations while enjoying the benefits of clean energy.

This solar plant marks a step towards LIPTON Teas and Infusions’ goal of achieving net-zero emissions across its value chain by 2040, with clear near-term targets aligned with a 1.5°C trajectory. Lipton Jebel Ali solar project exemplifies a tangible commitment to sustainability and setting a benchmark for the industry.

March 28, 2026; Dubai, UAE: DAMAC Properties, the largest private real estate developer in the UAE and the Middle East, has urged more than 300,000 residents staying across its communities and team members to participate in ‘Earth Hour 2026’. The annual sustainability initiativeis part of a global movement highlighting the urgent need for climate awareness and energy conservation.

On Saturday, March 28, DAMAC communities and towers across Dubai will go dark by switching off lights for one hour, starting 8.30pm. The initiative is supported by community engagement teams and sustainability champions from LOAMS, the award-winning, jointly owned property and community management company.

DAMAC’schampioning of Earth Hour reinforces its commitment to building a sustainable future. Switching off lights for one hour across 50,000 homes has an impact equivalent to planting 200 trees that thrive for a decade. It saves 10,800 kWhr, equal to 4900kg of carbon dioxide emissions.

Patricia Torres, a resident of DAMAC Hills 2, noted: “It is motivating to see our community united for a meaningful cause. Earth Hour helps us appreciate how simple actions taken together can create real and lasting change. We look forward to playing our part by switching off lights and make a positive impact in the fight against climate change.”

Earth Hour, organised by WWF, is a global grassroots movement that started as a lights-out event in Sydney, Australia in 2007. Since then, it has grown to engage millions of supporters globally. As the movement grows, the one-hour lights out event continues to be the symbol of a broader commitment toward nature and our planet.

Dubai, UAE, March 2026: As the UAE continues to advance its sustainability agenda under its Net Zero 2050 strategic vision and responsible tourism initiatives, hotels across the country are increasingly integrating environmental responsibility into everyday operations. In line with the global observance of Earth Hour on Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM local time, Al Habtoor Grand Resort, Autograph Collection reinforces its year-round commitment to sustainable hospitality through internationally recognised certifications, resource-efficient operations, and meaningful guest engagement initiatives designed to reduce environmental impact while enhancing the overall guest experience.

As part of its sustainability journey, the resort has achieved the prestigious Green Key certification, one of the leading international eco-labels recognising excellence in environmental responsibility within the hospitality sector. The property has also implemented an Integrated Management System certified under ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards, reflecting its structured approach to quality management, environmental performance, and occupational health and safety in line with internationally recognised best practices.

Sustainability continues to be a key priority across every aspect of our operations at Al Habtoor Grand Resort,” said Khalid Saeed, General Manager of Al Habtoor Grand Resort, Autograph Collection. “Earth Hour serves as a meaningful reminder of the role the hospitality sector can play in supporting environmental responsibility, and we are proud to contribute through measurable initiatives, international certifications, and ongoing engagement with our guests and community.”

A key focus area for the resort is waste reduction and resource efficiency. Through the implementation of Orbisk, a food waste monitoring system, the hotel actively tracks and reduces food waste across its operations. This is complemented by robust recycling practices and a continued commitment to responsible sourcing, including a growing proportion of eco-conscious food and non-food procurement across departments.

Energy and water conservation remain central to operations at Al Habtoor Grand Resort, Autograph Collection. The property has implemented LED lighting upgrades, motion sensor corridor lighting, and Building Management System enhancements to optimise energy consumption across key operational areas. In parallel, automatic irrigation systems and sensor-based water fixtures contribute to more efficient water usage throughout the resort.

Beyond operational initiatives, the resort actively participates in community-focused CSR programmes including underwater beach clean-ups, Ramadan food donation initiatives, and Pinktober awareness activities, reflecting its continued dedication to supporting both environmental and social wellbeing within the community.

Through continuous innovation and responsible practices aligned with the spirit of Earth Hour, Al Habtoor Grand Resort, Autograph Collection remains committed to advancing sustainable hospitality while encouraging guests to be part of a more environmentally conscious future.

Dubai, UAE, 9 November 2025: Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has announced that Al Rayyan Mosque in Hatta has become the world’s first place of worship to be awarded the prestigious Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Zero Carbon certification from the US Green Buildings Council. The mosque achieved this by offsetting 175% of its yearly carbon emissions, allowing it to actively contribute to environmental recovery – a global model for sustainable architecture.

The milestone is the mosque’s third world record in energy leadership and environmental design. Back in 2021, it became the first mosque globally to receive LEED Platinum certification under LEED v4, scoring an impressive 83 points for its sustainable design. Then, in 2024, it earned the LEED Zero Energy certification, producing 150% of its energy needs through highly efficient solar photovoltaic (PV) panels and sending the surplus back to the grid. The cloud base monitoring system’s PV panels have a total capacity of 158kWp. Moreover, the 2025 certification stands as a pioneering example of how places of worship can lead in environmental restoration and climate-positive design.

HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of DEWA, expressed his pride in this new global achievement, highlighting how it reinforces DEWA’s leadership in sustainable building design, supports the UAE’s and Dubai’s strategic vision for urban sustainability and advances national and global goals to achieve net zero by 2050.

“Under the wise directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, and His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, we work to reach a greener future. At DEWA, we are proud to translate this vision into reality – advancing climate action, sustainable urban development and the UAE’s journey towards net zero. Al Rayyan Mosque contributes to creating a positive and sustainable impact on the environment, making it a model for sustainable, environmentally friendly buildings worldwide,” said Al Tayer.

“Our efforts align with the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan and the comprehensive and sustainable development plan in Hatta. We are keen to fulfil all our economic, social and environmental commitments, and to support efforts to make Dubai an advanced and sustainable future city that relies on the latest technologies to preserve natural resources, enhance electricity and water efficiency, and improve quality of life. DEWA is among the first organisations in Dubai to adopt the concept of green buildings. Today, we have 10 green buildings with an LEED rating and are committed to increasing the number of sustainable buildings that take into account environmental aspects in their design and are powered by clean and renewable energy,” Al Tayer added.

Built to the highest international standards, the mosque ensures no leakage of air, water or heat. Its high-performance heatproof glass and efficient facade minimise air conditioning demand and carbon emissions while the extensive use of daylight reduces overall energy consumption. Roofing and non-roofing materials were selected based on their Solar Reflectance Index (SRI) to mitigate the heat island effect. All water heaters are solar powered.

Spanning 1,050 square metres and accommodating more than 600 worshippers, the mosque exemplifies environmental sustainability. It has a 25-metre minaret, car and bike parking, accessible facilities for People of Determination, a green charger station, solar panels and a water treatment unit for irrigation and cleaning. DEWA applied international best practice to ensure a healthy indoor environment by installing advanced air purification systems and using recycled construction materials.

A recent Nature study urges the use of bio-based materials to cut construction emissions, but energy efficiency experts warn that even carbon-neutral buildings will keep wasting energy when they start operating.

November 6, 2025. A new Nature Communications study indicates even if all other sectors went net-zero today, emissions from construction alone would still push the world beyond the Paris Agreement’s 1.5 °C target by 2050. The sector produces roughly a third of global CO₂ emissions, mostly from manufacturing cement, steel, and bricks.

The authors call for a global “material revolution,” suggesting a shift to bio-based, circular, and reused materials. Their analysis found that of the 12.2 Gt CO₂ emitted in 2022, cement, clinker, bricks, and clay made up 40% of the total, with metals adding another 15%. These materials together have become more carbon-intensive over time – their combined share of construction emissions rose from 39% to 57% since 1995.

While the paper recommends replacing concrete and steel with bio-based materials, experts from Exergio, a company that develops AI-based tools for energy efficiency in commercial buildings, caution that the problem doesn’t stop at the construction site – even buildings made from carbon-neutral materials keep wasting energy after they start operating.

“When buildings become operational, energy waste happens quietly: we see that heating and cooling systems start working against each other, sensors give inaccurate readings, and rooms stay heated or cooled long after people leave. Those losses add up fast,” explains Donatas Karčiauskas, CEO of Exergio. “The same inefficiency that starts in material production continues in operation. It just changes form.”

Karčiauskas says the focus on carbon-neutral materials overlooks what’s right in front of us.

“Switching the world’s building stock to new materials will take decades and cost trillions – and even then, buildings would still waste 40% of global energy,” he said. “We already have a faster fix. Optimising how systems run can cut up to 30% of that waste now, without rebuilding anything.”

That’s the approach Exergio has used in its own projects.

Its AI-based platform links to existing building-management systems and continually adjusts heating, cooling, and ventilation. By analysing live data such as occupancy, outdoor weather, and temperature shifts, it corrects setpoints automatically before waste builds up.

“Our approach is a soft, or a digital, retrofit,” Karčiauskas adds. “We don’t replace equipment, but make it think. For example, the system keeps air at comfort levels where people actually are and trims what’s not needed elsewhere.”

While the Nature study centres on material emissions, Exergio points out that the same logic applies to deep renovations, which are often suggested as another alternative to reduce emissions in buildings.

Replacing façades, windows, or HVAC equipment at scale demands carbon-intensive materials the study links to rising emissions. Such upgrades may improve efficiency in the long run but add new emissions today, Karčiauskas said. He warns this risks repeating the same cycle under a different name.

“Both embodied and operational emissions are growing,” added Karčiauskas. “We see the highest potential for cutting waste not in new projects but in existing buildings, especially across Asia, where demand and energy intensity are soaring. Optimising those systems could cut emissions immediately, without producing another wave of materials.”

The study claims that Asia now produces over 70% of construction-related CO₂. China emits about six gigatons, India just over one – together, more than the rest of the world combined.

North America and Europe build less but still rely on concrete and steel. Africa and the Middle East, meanwhile, expand faster each year as cities grow. The study concludes that emerging regions must use fewer materials, while developed ones need to make existing buildings run smarter.

“Europe doesn’t need more concrete, but smarter energy management systems. Asia needs to stop locking in waste from day one. Both sides can act now, no new tech required. If policymakers ignore operational waste, they risk repeating the same blind spot until 2050. Renovations and material swaps remain essential, but AI-enabled building management can reduce waste immediately, and with minimal cost.”

The discussions centred on exploring new avenues for collaboration in clean energy generation, distribution and sustainability, with Al Tayer highlighting the importance of leveraging cutting-edge technologies and international partnerships to address evolving challenges in the global energy landscape.

Al Tayer also noted that the meeting underscores DEWA’s unwavering commitment to pioneering sustainable solutions and building strategic international alliances. He added that collaborations with industry leaders like Shanghai Electric help DEWA to accelerate the transition towards a sustainable future and advance the goals of the Dubai Clean Energy Strategy 2050 and the Dubai Net Zero Carbon Emissions Strategy 2050.

The partnership between DEWA and Shanghai Electric builds upon a history of successful collaboration. A consortium led by Shanghai Electric – as the main contractor – built the fourth phase of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park. This is the world’s largest single-site concentrated solar power (CSP) project using the independent power producer model. With an investment of AED15.78 billion, the 950MW fourth phase combines CSP and photovoltaic solar technologies.

In this context, Dulsco Group announced a 200% increase in its solar power generation capacity, following the installation of 1,250 new solar panels across residential facilities for its employees. The expanded solar system will provide clean energy to offset a significant portion of the group’s daily electricity consumption. Backed by a performance warranty spanning three decades, the system underscores the company’s long-term sustainability goals and operational efficiency.

According to estimates, replacing fossil fuels with solar energy at Dulsco’s facilities will reduce carbon emissions equivalent to planting nearly 986,000 trees over the next 30 years — eliminating approximately 20,176,385 kilograms of CO₂ and generating 44,836,410 kilowatt-hours of clean energy during that period.

The expansion comes at a time when many of the earlier challenges facing the solar industry are being resolved. While initial installation costs remain significant, they are now offset by falling equipment prices, faster returns on investment, and extended maintenance guarantees from leading suppliers. This shift is enabling private sector players to adopt renewable energy solutions more confidently and contribute to the UAE’s clean energy transition.

Beyond the environmental benefits, Dulsco’s investment represents a broader belief that adopting clean energy today is an investment in the well-being of employees, communities, and future generations. It also reinforces Dulsco’s role as an active partner in supporting the UAE’s position as a global leader in sustainability and innovation.

Other Landmark Solar Initiatives Across the UAE

The UAE continues to lead the region in solar energy deployment, with several major projects shaping its energy landscape:

• Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park (Dubai):
  The world’s largest single-site solar park, with a planned capacity of 5,000 megawatts by 2030, capable of reducing more than 6.5 million tonnes of carbon emissions annually. The project features a mix of photovoltaic and concentrated solar power technologies.
• Noor Abu Dhabi Solar Plant:
  Located in Sweihan, Noor Abu Dhabi is one of the largest operational solar projects in the world, producing 1.2 gigawatts of electricity — enough to power around 90,000 homes and reduce 1 million tonnes of CO₂ emissions each year.
• Shams 1 Solar Plant (Al Dhafra Region):
  One of the region’s first large-scale concentrated solar power (CSP) plants, Shams 1 produces 100 megawatts, showcasing the UAE’s early investment in solar infrastructure and technological leadership.
• Al Dhafra Solar PV Project:
  Recently completed in Abu Dhabi, the 2-gigawatt Al Dhafra plant — the largest of its kind — supplies electricity to 160,000 homes and displaces over 2.4 million tonnes of carbon emissions annually.
• Masdar City (Abu Dhabi):
  A global model for sustainable urban development, Masdar City integrates rooftop solar panels, smart energy systems, and green building practices, serving as a testing ground for renewable technologies.

A Sustainable Vision for the Future

These initiatives illustrate how the UAE’s proactive investments in renewable energy are creating measurable environmental and economic returns. With continued public-private collaboration, the country is on track to generate 50% of its energy mix from clean sources by 2050, reaffirming its role as a regional and global hub for green innovation.