Saudi Arabia has opened pre-qualification for six new battery energy storage projects with a combined capacity of 3,000 MW and 12,000 MWh. Developed under the BOO model, the projects will support grid reliability, renewable integration, and Vision 2030’s target of raising clean energy’s share in the national power mix.
Masdar marked 20 years of clean energy growth, expanding from its first grid-connected solar plant in Masdar City to a global renewable energy player. Backed by TAQA, Mubadala, and ADNOC, the company is strengthening its international portfolio across solar, wind, floating solar, and other clean technologies.
Emirates Development Bank has provided AED 272 million in financing to 30 companies in Umm Al Qaiwain over three years. The support targets priority sectors including renewable energy, advanced technology, industry, healthcare, and food security, helping strengthen private sector competitiveness and sustainable economic development in the emirate.
The EBRD has signed an MoU with Jordanian authorities and NEPCO to advance renewable energy, BESS deployment, grid upgrades, and green hydrogen development. The cooperation will support tender preparation, transmission modernization, sector reforms, and technical assistance to position Aqaba as a regional green hydrogen hub.
Al Ain City Municipality has launched a solar soil sterilization project to support sustainable urban agriculture. The initiative uses solar energy to treat soil, reduce reliance on chemical methods, and promote environmentally responsible farming practices, reinforcing the UAE’s wider focus on sustainability, resource efficiency, and greener food production systems.
Dahbashi Engineering has moved its Dubai Industrial City headquarters to on-grid solar power, targeting nearly 50% annual electricity demand coverage. Under Shams Dubai net metering, surplus power will be exported to the grid, while the project is expected to reduce electricity-related operating costs by about 30%.
LONGi Solar’s high-efficiency PV modules, including the Hi-MO series and Hi-MO X10, have achieved Class A fire resistance certification after testing by Emirates Safety Laboratory and TÜV. The certification strengthens LONGi’s regional safety position for rooftops, BAPV, C&I projects, and demanding Middle East climate conditions.
Fitch Ratings upgraded Oman Electricity Transmission Company from BB+ to BBB-, giving OETC its first investment-grade rating with a stable outlook. The move reflects confidence in its regulated business model, predictable cash flows, financial discipline, and role in expanding Oman’s grid and supporting renewable energy integration.
Wood Mackenzie highlighted how Middle East conflict-related Gulf LNG disruptions are affecting global energy markets. While prices remain below 2022 crisis levels, risks persist if supply interruptions continue. The analysis underscores the growing importance of renewables, storage, diversified generation, and reduced dependence on imported gas.
Rising Iran-Israel tensions are driving increased rooftop solar interest across Europe as households seek energy security and protection from volatile gas and electricity prices. Demand is particularly visible in markets such as Germany, Italy, and Spain, where solar adoption is supported by incentives, cost savings, and energy independence concerns.
Abu Dhabi Fund for Development showcased clean energy projects on Earth Day 2026, emphasizing renewable power access across developing nations. Its initiatives include solar and wind projects in Comoros, Jordan, Seychelles, and Mauritania, supporting energy security, lower emissions, climate resilience, and inclusive development across partner countries.
UAE-based Alpha Nero has completed a 450 kWp solar installation across its facilities with CleanMax. The project is expected to generate over 740,000 kWh annually and cut about 320 tonnes of CO₂ emissions each year, improving energy cost stability and supporting the company’s decarbonization strategy.
Masdar and Montenegro’s national utility Elektroprivreda Crne Gore have formed a 50/50 joint venture to develop large-scale renewable energy projects. The portfolio may include solar PV, wind, hydropower, pumped hydro, standalone BESS, and hybrid solutions, supporting Montenegro’s energy transition and regional power export ambitions.
DEWA’s R&D Centre, with the Swiss Center for Electronics and Microtechnology, hosted a workshop on crystalline silicon and perovskite PV module technologies. The session highlighted next-generation solar innovation, harsh-climate reliability, and skills development under DEWA’s Al Baheth programme to support Dubai’s clean energy goals.
The EBRD’s energy transition MoU with Jordan aims to accelerate renewable capacity, battery storage, power sector reform, and transmission upgrades. The agreement also supports green hydrogen planning, including future opportunities around Aqaba, strengthening Jordan’s clean power future and long-term energy resilience.
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