Author: EcoLife

    UAE joins ‘International Partnership for Hydrogen and Fuel Cells in the Economy’
    23 Jun 2022

    ABU DHABI, 20th June, 2022 (WAM) — The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure announced the fact that the UAE has joined the International Partnership for Hydrogen and Fuel Cells in the Economy (IPHE), a new achievement added to the UAE’s long track record as a pioneer in the field of energy. The agreement was signed […]

    EAD issues guide to help government, NGOs implement single-use plastic policy

    ABU DHABI, 20th June, 2022 (WAM) — The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) today organised an awareness session for government and private sector institutions, and the Green Business Network to familiarise them with the Single Use Plastic Policy (SUPP) Guide. The Agency publishes the guide in both Arabic and English to provide information on […]

    DoE adopts innovative policies to achieve Abu Dhabi’s vision for more sustainable future: Undersecretary
    22 Jun 2022

    ABU DHABI, 20th June, 2022 (WAM) — The Abu Dhabi Department of Energy (DoE) is adopting innovative policies to achieve its vision for a more sustainable future, said Ahmed Al Rumaithi, Undersecretary of the DoE. He revealed that the DoE is currently working on developing the Abu Dhabi Hydrogen Policy and Regulatory Framework, including the […]

    DEWA launches Smart Grid Report 2022

    DUBAI, 20th June, 2022 (WAM) — Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has launched its Smart Grid Report 2022. The report highlighted the latest information regarding DEWA’s smart grid and its role in sustaining DEWA’s position as one of the most outstanding utilities worldwide. The report also demonstrated the role of a smart grid in […]

    Hamdan bin Zayed lauds continuous achievements at Barakah Nuclear Power Plant
    21 Jun 2022

    ABU DHABI, 19th June, 2022 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region, emphasised that the UAE is continuing to enhance its unique model to diversify energy sources and move towards environmentally friendly energy sources, to fulfil its international obligations regarding climate change phenomena, and achieve the objectives […]

    FANR’s inspectors at Barakah Nuclear Power Plant will oversee process to ensure it is completed according to regulatory requirements: FANR
    20 Jun 2022

    ABU DHABI, 19th June, 2022 (WAM) — The Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation (FANR) emphasised that the Operating License, issued by FANR on 17th June, 2022, authorises the Nawah Energy Company (Nawah) to commission and operate the Unit 3 of the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant with an estimated duration of 60 years. In a statement […]

    Fuel Load commences at Unit 3 of Barakah Plant after receipt of Operating License from FANR
    20 Jun 2022

    ABU DHABI, 19th June, 2022 (WAM) — The Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (ENEC) announced today that its operating and maintenance subsidiary Nawah Energy Company has received the Operating License from the UAE’s Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation (FANR) for Unit 3 of the Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant, and the process of loading fuel assemblies into […]

    FANR issues Operating Licence for Unit 3 of Barakah Nuclear Power Plant
    19 Jun 2022

    ABU DHABI, 17th June, 2022 (WAM) — The Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation (FANR), the UAE’s independent nuclear regulator, has today issued the Operating Licence for Unit 3 of the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant to Nawah Energy Company (Nawah), the Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation’s (ENEC) subsidiary responsible for the operation of the nuclear power plant […]

    71 falcons released into wilds of Kazakhstan under SZFRP

    ABU DHABI, 15th June, 2022 (WAM) — The Sheikh Zayed Falcon Release Programme (SZFRP) continues to enhance its contribution to nature conservation by releasing 71 falcons into the wilds of Kazakhstan, reinforcing its position as one of the largest wildlife conservation programmes in the world. The onset of rain and mild temperatures in the wild […]

    UAE President’s participation at MEF reflects international recognition of UAE as an active partner of the global community: Sultan Al Jaber

    ABU DHABI, 17th June, 2022 (WAM) — UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s participation at the Leaders Meeting of the Major Economies Forum on Energy and Climate (MEF), hosted by US President Joe Biden, reflects the international recognition of the UAE as an active and appreciated partner of the global community,” said […]