Noticias sobre United Arab Emirates
Arab Energy Fund consortium finalizes acquisition of Metito Utilities
The acquisition supports TAEF’s leadership in the fields of sustainable water solutions and energy infrastructure.
Veolia accelerates desalination growth in the Middle East
Veolia is ramping up its desalination efforts in the Middle East as part of an ambitious growth strategy targeting a 50% increase in regional operations by 2030.
Floods in the Middle East, the role of early warning systems
Early warning systems have become an essential ally in the Middle East, where extreme events such as floods have become more frequent in recent years.
Harnessing technology and nature to transform urban water management
As part of the Autodesk Water Webinar Series, the session 'Leveraging Rainwater Management for Climate Resilience' brought together leading experts in nature-based solutions, hydraulic modeling, and stormwater management to tackle the pressing challenges posed by climate change in today’s urban environments.
UAE launches major water infrastructure projects to boost national resilience
The United Arab Emirates has approved a package of projects to improve the country's water infrastructure, reports Zawya.
Energy Recovery awarded $12 million in desalination contracts in the United Arab Emirates
Energy Recovery announced contract awards totaling over $12 million for its PX® Pressure Exchanger® (PX) energy recovery devices for three seawater reverse osmosis (SWRO) desalination projects in the United Arab Emirates.
Next United Nations Water Conference will be co-hosted by Senegal and the UAE in 2026
The next United Nations Water Conference will be held in 2026.
Non-revenue water losses in the Middle East: challenges and solutions
All the countries in the Middle East suffer from groundwater depletion, with very high extraction rates.
Saudi water treatment project: 54 companies bid for PPP initiative
Saudi Arabia’s Zakat, Tax, and Customs Authority (ZATCA), in conjunction with the National Centre for Privatisation & PPP (NCP), announced on Sunday that 54 companies have expressed interest in the Water and Sewage Treatment Plants at Land Ports Public-Private Partnership (PPP) project, reports Zawya.
Coxabengoa awarded the largest desalination plant in Taiwan
Thanks to its proven experience in the management of water resources, the multinational company has won its first contract in the country, thus strengthening its portfolio and leadership position in Asia and the Middle East.
Veolia secures $320M contract for UAE’s energy-efficient desalination plant
With a capacity of 818,000 cubic meters per day, this reverse osmosis desalination plant will supply drinking water to 2 million people.
Study attributes intensified UAE floods to global heating and urban development
Heavy precipitation hitting vulnerable communities in the UAE and Oman becoming an increasing threat as the climate warms.
Michael Lesniak, Aquatech: “The future and independence of all countries are underpinned by water”
Taiwan’s billionaire investments in climate change adaptation aim to future-proof the island’s water-intensive semiconductor industry by tapping into unconventional water sources.
Coxabengoa commences Commercial Operation of Taweelah desalination plant in Abu Dhabi
Coxabengoa Group's water division, Abengoa Water, transfers the entire plant to the customer, after announcing the entry into commercial operation of phase two of Taweelah in April 2023 and phase one in June 2022.
Aganova consolidates its presence in the Middle East and opens its new office in Dubai
Aganova, a pioneering technology company in pipeline inspection to prevent water losses, announces the opening of its new office in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Aqualia appoints Santiago Lafuente as new CEO
Aqualia's Board of Directors has appointed Santiago Lafuente, current director for Spain, as the company's new CEO.
Cloud seeding in UAE: a key strategy to tackle water scarcity
In the pursuit of water security amidst the challenges posed by climate change, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has been at the forefront of innovative solutions.
Desalination as a source of drinking water: success stories from across the world
Desalination is increasingly seen as a sustainable solution to alleviate water resource scarcity. The United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Israel and Morocco provide examples of the use of desalination to address water shortages.
AFDB appoints Oluwatomisin Adeola Fashina as Senior Director, IT and Chief IT Officer
A Nigerian national, Fashina brings to the role over 30 years of experience in technology and financial services management. Dr. Fashina is a strategic leader with world-class expertise in information technology, banking operations and systems thinking.
COP28: Water rises up in the climate agenda
The climate Conference of the Parties (COP) 28 concluded after two intense weeks of negotiations.