Record-Big Solar For Middle East Oil Barons

Shams 1 concentrating solar power

A 100-megawatt parabolic trough solar station launches in Abu Dhabi; the developers are calling it the world’s largest concentrating solar power plant. Read more →

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Zayed Future Energy Prize Offers $4M For Cleantech Ideas

Zayed Future Energy Prize

If you've got a world-changing idea in renewable energy or sustainability, there's $4 million in prize monies up for grabs. Read more →

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Abu Dhabi: Making (Green) Waves In The Desert

Masdar City

You may have heard of Masdar City, Abu Dhabi's massive carbon-neutral development -- here are some other big green moves for the city you may not have heard of Read more →

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Construction Begins On Masdar City’s Big Green Headquarters

Masdar headquarters construction begins

Ground has been broken on a complex set to serve as the headquarters for Masdar, Abu Dhabi's green zone, and the International Renewable Energy Agency. Read more →

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Cool Middle Eastern Architecture, With A Modern Twist

Al Bahar Towers

In an effort to keep cool without burning through undue AC, the Al Bahar Towers in Abu Dhabi utilize traditional Arabic sunshades -- controlled by a computer. Read more →

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Parakite Farm Creates Green Energy

AbuDhabi Kite Farm

A kite farm/art installation planned for the coast of Abu Dhabi features 200 high-flying micro-generators that can also be used for para-sailing. Read more →

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Cool Solar AC Planned For Hot Abu Dhabi

image via Chromasun

Chromasun recently announced plans to install a solar air conditioner at a commercial building in Abu Dhabi powered by their unique micro-concentrator technology specifically designed for AC. Read more →

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