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Source: tvbrics.com

UAE Plans 45 Percent Cut in Power and Water Emissions by 2035

The UAE plans to reduce carbon emissions from electricity and water production by more than 45% by 2035, according to long-term energy system planning reported by Emirates News Agency (WAM). Emissions are projected to fall from approximately 42 million tonnes in 2019 to 23 million tonnes, despite an expected 70% increase in power demand between 2026 and 2033. The strategy relies on expanding Abu Dhabi's solar capacity to over 35 GW, deploying 15 GW of battery storage, and shifting over 95% of water output to reverse osmosis.

Industry News
Source: russia's pivot to asia

Russia’s 2026 TNF Energy Forum Draws China and UAE Participation in Tyumen

The XI International Industrial and Energy Forum TNF was held in Tyumen from September 14 to 17, 2026, marking its first edition with full international status. The gathering brought together more than 18,000 participants and over 50 signed cooperation agreements, featuring industry participation from China, the UAE's ADNOC, and Central Asian states. The platform focused on Russian oilfield technology localization, equipment manufacturing, and cross-border commercial partnerships.

China–UAE News
Source: UA.NEWS

Report Analyzes China Energy Security and GCC Trade Balancing Amid Regional Tensions

A report cited by UA.NEWS outlines how China balances regional energy security and substantial commercial assets in the GCC against the backdrop of US-Iran hostilities. While China has drawn down strategic petroleum reserves and mitigated gas shocks through pipelines and renewables, Gulf Cooperation Council members and Iraq remain its primary regional economic and energy partners.

China–UAE News
Source: UA.NEWS

China Balances Gulf Investments and Energy Security Amid Iran Conflict: The National

An analysis by The National reports that China is balancing strategic shifts from the US-Iran conflict while prioritising the safety of its extensive investments across the UAE and GCC. The publication notes that the GCC nations and Iraq are collectively far more vital to China as trade partners and energy suppliers than Iran. China has also mitigated energy disruptions through strategic oil reserves, domestic power diversity, and overland pipeline gas.

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