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The UAE, alongside US partners, is building a prosperous, secure and sustainable energy future. From low-carbon fuels to nuclear and commercially viable renewables, strategic investments across the energy value chain are driving growth and diversification in the UAE and beyond. The UAE’s ‘and-and’ approach to energy development incorporates every option available to meet rapidly growing energy needs and power the growth of advanced technology.

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XRG: Investing in Tomorrow’s Energy Systems

Born out of ADNOC, XRG is a global energy investment company with a portfolio spanning high-growth opportunities in gas, low-carbon energy and chemicals. Taking a long-term investment focus in the US, the company’s goal is to accelerate energy system transformation, meet the fast-growing energy needs of AI and unlock economic growth. XRG is a key driver of the UAE’s planned $440 billion in investments across the US energy sector over the next 10 years and will help accelerate American energy production.

A Diversified US Portfolio

Innovative projects with strong growth potential are at the core of XRG’s investment strategy. XRG investments in the US span a mix of new production facilities, acquisitions and partnerships. The company’s global assets total $80 billion and growing and include stakes in US-based projects like NextDecade Corporation’s Rio Grande LNG project, which will produce and export less carbon-intensive LNG, and advanced polymers manufacturer Nova Chemicals.

Powering AI and Advanced Industries

XRG is applying its deep industrial expertise to build and scale critical US energy infrastructure. Its strategic investments are designed to power rapid data center expansion and scale AI. XRG capital deployments will help US companies grow and reach new international markets in sectors like AI, microchips, LNG, chemicals, aerospace and aluminum production.

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Masdar: Pioneering Clean Tech

As the UAE’s clean energy leader, Masdar is spearheading renewable energy expansion, sustainable AI applications, and next-generation green technology investments. With the UAE tripling its renewable energy capacity by 2030, Masdar is at the forefront of integrating solar, nuclear, and AI-driven clean tech solutions into the nation’s energy future.

Scaling Renewable Energy & AI-Driven Sustainability

Masdar is driving the UAE’s $54 billion plan to triple renewable energy capacity by 2030. At the heart of this expansion is the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park, set to reach 5 GW of installed capacity by 2030, making it one of the largest solar initiatives globally. Complementing this, Masdar has launched a 100+ MW solar-powered data center, designed to support AI and cloud computing while significantly reducing emissions and enhancing the UAE’s sustainable digital infrastructure.

Nuclear Power & Clean Energy Innovation

Masdar is helping position the UAE as a leader in clean, non-carbon energy production. The Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant, completed in under 12 years, is providing 5,348 megawatts of power, reinforcing the UAE as the first Arab nation to operate a nuclear plant​. Plans are already in discussion for a second nuclear facility, further securing the UAE’s role in energy security and carbon reduction.

Building the Infrastructure for a Net-Zero Future

With a forecasted electricity generation surplus until 2035, the UAE is channeling its excess clean energy into powering AI-driven infrastructure, smart grids, and sustainable urban developments​. Masdar is leading green hydrogen advancements, ensuring clean fuel alternatives for industry, transportation, and future energy needs.

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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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