Etisalat study reveals fiber-optic network reduces carbon emissions by 85% (19 January 2010)
Etisalat today announced the results of a UAE-based study on the efficacy of fiber-optic next-generation infrastructure.
Mohammed Bin Zayed Witnesses Signing Of Agreement Between Masdar And 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) (19 January 2010)
Masdar and 1MDB also intend to cooperate and invest in carbon reduction projects, under the Kyoto Protocol’s Clean Development Mechanism ("CDM") and clean technology venture capital.
More Than 9,000 People Attend First Day Of WFES 2010 (19 January 2010)
The summit activities kicked off with a plenary forum hosting ministers of energy and environment from North America, Europe, Middle East and Africa.
Siemens Investing USD 50 mn In DB Masdar Clean Tech Fund (19 January 2010)
Siemens Venture Capital (SVC) is investing USD 50 mn in the DB Masdar Clean Tech Fund that is being set up by Masdar and Deutsche Bank.
TDIC will brings World’s First Zero-Emission Electric Buses to Sir Bani Yas Island (19 January 2010)
Tourism Development and Investment Company (TDIC), a master developer of major cultural, residential and tourism destinations in Abu Dhabi, today announced that the company has placed an order for two zero-emission all-electric buses to Abu Dhabi for operation on Sir Bani Yas Island.
"Renewable Energy Sources Are Abundant And Unlimited": Bin Butti (18 January 2010)
It is a well-known fact that renewable energy contributes by 11% to main energy output today, while the total energy used from renewable energy sources is expected to amount to 60% by 2070.
Abu Dhabi Department For Economic Development Partakes In The World Future Energy Summit 2010 (18 January 2010)
His Excellency also reiterated that the World Future Energy Summit is the perfect opportunity for Abu Dhabi to showcase its future plans and projects in that field to cement its role among regional and international leaders of industry, trade, and economy.
Abu Dhabi’s Municipal System Leads Responsible Growth (18 January 2010)
Abu Dhabi, capital of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), is to host the World Future Energy Summit (WFES), between 18-21 January, bringing together international experts examining sustainable solutions to the challenges posed by a world ever more dependent on carbon based energy.
Boeing, Etihad Airways, Honeywell and Masdar Institute to Establish the First Integrated, Sustainable Bioenergy Research Project for Aviation (18 January 2010)
As part of its initial work statement, the SBRP will undertake research projects that combine the arid, saline-rich environment of Abu Dhabi with innovative saltwater farming practices.
Ekotribe’s Water Saving Gadgets Make a Splash! (18 January 2010)
Ekotribe today announced the launch of several water saving products in the region - showerheads, shower timers and waterless car wash.