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The UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure intends to set up more than 500 electric vehicle (EV) charging stations nationwide by the close of 2025, as stated by Sharif Al Olama, Under-Secretary for Energy and Petroleum Affairs.

The UAE is experiencing significant expansion in its mega projects across key sectors, including infrastructure, renewable energy, and real estate, aligning with a strategic vision that prioritises sustainability in economic policies.

Operations at two industrial facilities in Abu Dhabi will be temporarily suspended to safeguard public health and the environment, the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi announced on X on Friday. One of the facilities will also face a financial penalty due to non-compliance with regulations related to risks to human health and the environment.

A recent report has highlighted the UAE’s leadership in the regional solar energy sector, driven by key initiatives like the Dubai Clean Energy Strategy 2050, aiming for 75% clean energy by 2050, and Abu Dhabi Vision 2030, which targets 30% renewable energy in the next five years. The “Solar Outlook Report 2025,” launched by the Middle East Solar Industry Association (MESIA) at the World Future Energy Summit 2025 in Abu Dhabi, explores the rapid expansion of solar energy in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, with the UAE playing a significant role in this shift.