Energy & Innovation

The UAE is shaping the future of energy through investments in renewable power, low-carbon technologies and AI-driven innovation. Guided by the UAE Energy Strategy 2050, the country aims to grow clean energy's share of its total energy mix from 25% to 50% and cut power-generation carbon emissions by 70%, while expanding sustainable solutions across global energy markets.

The UAE is shaping the future of energy through investments in renewable power, low-carbon technologies and AI-driven innovation. Guided by the UAE Energy Strategy 2050, the country aims to grow clean energy's share of its total energy mix from 25% to 50% and cut power-generation carbon emissions by 70%, while expanding sustainable solutions across global energy markets.

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Energy Company Highlights

ADNOC (Abu Dhabi National Oil Company) is one of the world's leading energy producers, with a portfolio spanning oil, gas and petrochemicals. ADNOC is at the forefront of the UAE's energy diversification strategy, investing in technology and low-carbon solutions and collaborates closely with US energy and tech leaders like Microsoft and Gecko to drive the global energy transformation.

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As the UAE’s alternative energy leader, Masdar is spearheading renewable energy expansion, sustainable AI applications and next-generation technology investments, with projects in solar, wind and other renewable sectors across more than 40 countries. In the US, Masdar manages a 5GW portfolio of wind, solar and storage projects across California, Texas and New York.

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Born out of ADNOC, XRG is a global energy investment company with roughly $80 billion in assets, spanning gas, low-carbon energy and chemicals. XRG is central to the UAE's plan to grow the enterprise value of its US energy investments from $70 billion to $440 billion by 2035, part of a broader $1.4 trillion UAE investment framework in the US — helping meet the fast-growing energy needs of AI and accelerate American energy production.

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"At some point, a global system
for AI oversight will be essential,
and the UAE, for various reasons, would be well-positioned to lead discussions on this matter."

Sam Altman

Chief Executive Officer
OpenAI

"At some point, a global system
for AI oversight will be essential,
and the UAE, for various reasons, would be well-positioned to lead discussions on this matter."

Sam Altman

Chief Executive Officer
OpenAI

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Energy & Innovation

The UAE is shaping the future of energy through investments in renewable power, low-carbon technologies and AI-driven innovation. Guided by the UAE Energy Strategy 2050, the country aims to grow clean energy's share of its total energy mix from 25% to 50% and cut power-generation carbon emissions by 70%, while expanding sustainable solutions across global energy markets.

The UAE is shaping the future of energy through investments in renewable power, low-carbon technologies and AI-driven innovation. Guided by the UAE Energy Strategy 2050, the country aims to grow clean energy's share of its total energy mix from 25% to 50% and cut power-generation carbon emissions by 70%, while expanding sustainable solutions across global energy markets.

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FAQ
How is the UAE partnering with the United States in energy?

Through large-scale investment commitments, renewable energy projects like Masdar's 5GW US portfolio and partnerships with US firms including Microsoft, Gecko and Occidental.

What types of energy does the UAE invest in?

Oil, gas and petrochemicals remain core to ADNOC's business, alongside growing investment in solar, wind, hydrogen and other low-carbon and renewable energy sources through Masdar and XRG.

What is the UAE's approach to energy diversification?

The UAE is expanding its clean energy mix at home under the Energy Strategy 2050 while investing abroad — especially in the US — across gas, renewables and low-carbon technology.

How is the UAE investing in energy innovation?

Through companies like ADNOC, Masdar and XRG, which combine traditional oil and gas operations with growing investment in renewables, low-carbon technology and AI-driven energy infrastructure.

sponsor
"At some point, a global system
for AI oversight will be essential,
and the UAE, for various reasons, would be well-positioned to lead discussions on this matter."

Sam Altman

Chief Executive Officer
OpenAI

"At some point, a global system
for AI oversight will be essential,
and the UAE, for various reasons, would be well-positioned to lead discussions on this matter."

Sam Altman

Chief Executive Officer
OpenAI

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