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Zayed Future Energy Prize 2013 submissions

The Zayed Future Energy Prize announced that it will open submissions for the 2013 edition of the awards on March 5th. The Prize will...

Dubai to reduce carbon dioxide and greenhouse gas emissions

Dubai will develop a strategy to reduce carbon dioxide and greenhouse gas emissions, as well as recommendations for ultimately monetising them through a groundbreaking...

UAE regulator invites public comments on nuclear power plant guide

Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation (FANR) has invited the public to review and comment on its new guide, which focusses on designing and operating a nuclear power plant.

Emirati women impress Young Future Energy Leaders Theater

At the 2012 World Future Energy Summit, a group of young Emirati women showed how they are leading the way on energy and climate change

Technology transforming potential of renewable energy

The potential for renewable energy to meet large-scale power requirements is clear and the necessary technology is being developed much faster than we think

Scotland, Masdar to develop comprehensive renewable energy plan

Scotland and Masdar agree to a framework for action during the World Future Energy Summit in Abu Dhabi.

New solar world record announced during World Future Energy Summit

First Solar Sets AnotherWorld Record for CdTe Solar PV Efficiency 14.4 Percent Total Area Efficiency Module Confirmed by NREL First Solar, Inc. today announced it set...

Abu Dhabi Crown Prince inaugurates 5th World Future Energy Summit

His Highness General Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi inaugurated World Future Energy Summit in Abu Dhabi.

Dubai Supreme Council of Energy presents new solar park at WFES

Dubai Supreme Council of Energy will present plans for 1,000 megawatt Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park at World Future Energy Summit.

UN Secretary-General calls for action to achieve Sustainable Energy for All...

In his keynote address today to the World Future Energy Summit, UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon called on governments, the private sector, and civil society

First Minister of Scotland urges Middle East young innovators to seize...

Mr Alex Salmond has invited world’s most talented innovators to visit Scotland to see the world-class energy research being undertaken here.

Renewable Energy is the future of mankind, India’s minister Dr Farooq...

An exclusive interview with Dr Farooq Abdullah, India's renewable energy minister ahead of the official opening of World Future Energy Summit 2012 in Abu Dhabi

Vision 2050 Arabia to be launched at WFES 2012

UAE Business Council for Sustainable Development will launch its Vision 2050 Arabia program at the World Future Energy Summit 2012 in Abu Dhabi

Emerging markets: Driving force behind renewable energy investment

Energy requirements, policy and job creation are the key drivers Solar thermal energy has been a particularly popular investment with several large projects on the...

World Future Energy Summit opens in Abu Dhabi tomorrow

World leaders, international agencies, sustainability advocates, global heads of businesses and experts, academics and students interested in future energy technologies will convene in Abu Dhabi tomorrow for the World Future Energy Summit

ExxonMobil showcases Energy Outlook Forum at World Future Energy Summit 2012

ExxonMobil will showcase its Energy Outlook Forum, a venue where subject matter experts will discuss topics vital to energy supply and demand, at the World Future Energy Summit in Abu Dhabi, January 16-19.

IRENA Pacific leaders meeting heralds new regional energy era

A Pacific Leader’s Meeting held in Abu Dhabi by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) in advance of its Second Assembly, (January 14-15), issued a public communique confirming the Agency’s proposed work activities to accelerate renewable energy deployment in this important region, which is currently heavily dependent on fossil fuels.

Preparations on in full swing as WFES 2012 gets underway...

With less than three days to the opening ceremony of the World Future Energy Summit 2012, preparations are on in full swing at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC).