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Abu Dhabi - The meeting place for world leaders

Why Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week? The United Arab Emirates has been a trusted partner since it began exporting oil in 1962. Today, the UAE is at the centre of global energy markets and is expanding its expertise into renewable energy and related issues of water scarcity and resource management—ensuring the nation’s long term sustainability.

Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) is a key avenue for strengthening international engagement and encouraging investment across the global renewable energy and sustainability industries. As the largest gathering on sustainability in the Middle East, ADSW reinforces the UAE’s position as a global hub for collaboration and leader in the sustainability field.

ADSW will welcome the world’s brightest, most thoughtful experts across the clean energy, water, waste and sustainability fields to the UAE. While here, they will share their fresh ideas and cutting-edge thinking with domestic and international companies, academic institutions, government departments and citizens, thereby enriching the quality of innovation, creativity and development in these fields right here in our country.

This page: Francois Hollande, President of the French Republic, with Dr. Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, CEO of Masdar (far right) at the Masdar stand during the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week.

Cover: Opening ceremony of the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2013 Ryan Carter / Crown Prince Court of Abu Dhabi

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ADSW at a Glance Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) addresses a crucial need to bring together influential players—both large and small—of the renewable energy and sustainable technology industry around the globe. The challenges in these sectors are so complex that they require solutions that are both holistic and cross disciplinary. ADSW provides a unique platform to foster such discussions and solutions.

In 2014, ADSW will again bring world leaders, policy makers, thought leaders, decision makers, experts, scientists, business leaders and academics together to discuss, debate, and ultimately address the energy and sustainability challenges of the future.

Anchored by the World Future Energy Summit (WFES), the 2014 ADSW programme features a series of complementary events, conferences and exhibitions. In addition, ADSW hosts a large variety of government and public sector events that address topics ranging from policy, business and technology to project finance and employment opportunities within the sector.

Key Events

• The 4th General Assembly of the International Renewable Energy Agency

• The 7th World Future Energy Summit

• The 2nd International Water Summit

• The 6th Zayed Future Energy Prize Award Ceremony and Gala Dinner

• The 1st EcoWASTE Exhibition

• The 1st Global Leaders Summit

• The 1st Festival @ Masdar City

Quick Facts for ADSW 2014

• 30,000 attendees from 155 countries

• Over 170 delegations from official government departments

• 1,000 companies from 50 countries

• 650 members of the media from across the globe

• 800 exhibiting companies from 40 countries

Building our sustainable future... today

Francois Hollande, President of the French RepublicSammy Dallal / Crown Prince Court of Abu Dhabi “Our energy demands will grow by more than a third by

2035. If we don’t do something, if we tackle nothing, if we don’t make an effort, then we can rest assured that disaster will befall us.” Francois Hollande, President of the French Republic

The Sustainable Living Expo is sure to be one of the most visited, with its life-sized demonstration Eco-Home and Eco-Hotel models that visitors can walk through, alongside an exhibition of renewable energy and sustainability resources ideal for use in urban settings.

The Blue Economy Summit is unique in its focus on financing and policy priorities for the sustainable development of oceans and ocean-linked communities and countries.

The Global Leaders Summit addresses the growing role of renewables in the global energy mix by bringing together leaders from business, technology, government and academia to advance collaboration and action on the most immediate and urgent priorities in ensuring long term energy security.

EcoWASTE is a new exhibition that aims to become a leading international event for sustainable waste management. Through its exhibition and seminars, EcoWASTE provides opportunities to network, exchange best practices, do business, unveil new projects and source cutting-edge technologies and solutions.

What’s new for ADSW 2014 Since its inception the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week has focused on innovation and growth, and this year is no different. A number of new initiatives continue to expand both the appeal and effectiveness of this unique week.

The community-focused Festival @Masdar City extends the spirit of ADSW to the general public. Organised by Masdar and hosted in Masdar City, the event seeks to inspire UAE residents to adopt more sustainable habits through a collection of fun-filled activities, live music and entertainment, eco-shops, food stalls and learning workshops for children – all in the sustainable surroundings of Masdar City.

The Indian Ocean Renewable Energy Ministerial Forum is the first ministerial on renewable energy in the Indian Ocean region, at which energy ministers from the 26 member and partner countries of the IORA will launch new initiatives in resource assessment, cost analysis, and capacity building. Invited representatives from the business and investment community will also provide short perspectives on sectoral development in the region.

The Renewable Energy Jobs Conference, hosted by IRENA, will look at how the renewable energy sector has become a significant employer, with the potential to provide millions of job opportunities in the coming years. The conference is open to experts, practitioners, academics and other stakeholders from the private and the public sector. It will be the first on this topic and will provide a platform for experts and policymakers to share knowledge, experiences and best practices on all aspects of renewable energy job creation.

“The partnership that we have established between the United States and Abu Dhabi around renewable energy and climate change and sustainable development that takes advantage of human capital, is one of the most important partnerships for the future that we could be pursuing.” Hillary Rodham Clinton, former Secretary of State of the United States of America

Wind Tower, Masdar Institute, Masdar City

What’s New to ADSW?

• The Sustainable Living Expo and its life-sized demonstration Eco-Home and Eco-Hotel models.

• Supported by Masdar and the Khalifa Fund, the Sustainable Water Solutions Village at the International Water Summit will educate the local farming community about innovative agricultural solutions and funding options available to them.

• Visit the GCC Utilities Platform which brings together the regional leading utility providers.

• A visit to any of the TechTalk @WFES presentations will give on-the-ground insight into the types of technologies, R&D programs, policy developments, investment opportunities and new projects that are generating a buzz within the industry.

MUST SEE With more than 1000 exhibitors, hundreds of panel sessions and presentations, special exhibitions and side-events both at the exhibition site and at Masdar City, there are literally thousands of things to see and do at this year’s Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week. However, some of the ‘must see’ elements of this year’s event include the following.

• At Masdar City over the weekend following the World Future Energy Summit, Masdar is hosting The Festival @ Masdar City, the two-day festival designed to encourage and inspire those living in the UAE to adopt more sustainable behaviour. Drawing thousands of people from across the UAE to an environment unique in the country, the Festival will create a unique atmosphere of learning fun, entertainment and enthusiasm for living a more sustainable lifestyle.

“Abu Dhabi’s bold vision for sustainable energy is transforming this nation and inspiring our region. No one can predict the future, but this much is true: Energy requirements will play a vital role in determining it.” H.M. Queen Rania Al Abdullah, Queen of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan

Opposite, clockwise from top left: Francois Hollande, President of the French Repblic, H.M. Queen Rania Al Abdullah, Queen of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, Wen Jiabao, former Premier of the People’s Republic of China, Ban Ki-moon, Secretary-General of the United Nations, Cristina Fernández de Kirchner, President of Argentina, HRH Prince Charles, The Prince of Wales / Crown Prince Court of Abu Dhabi

World Future Energy Summit Exhibitors

• King Abdulla City for Atomic and Renewable Energy

• ADNOC

• GE

• Schneider Electric

• Shell

• Oxy

• Total

• ExxonMobil

• SunEdison

• Mitsubishi

• EmiratesLNG

• Dolphin Energy

• Dubai Electricity & Water Authority

• Supreme Council of Energy

• German pavilion

• France pavilion

• Japan pavilion

• Korea pavilion

• USA pavilion

• Union Gulf

• Astana Expo

• Center of Waste Management (TADWEER)

• Department of Municipal Affairs

• Rosatom

• Wuxi

• First Solar

• Suntech

• Solar World

International Water Summit Exhibitors

• Abu Dhabi Water & Electricity Authority

• Ministry of Environment and Water

• Regulation and Supervision Bureau

• Abu Dhabi Sewerage Service Company

• German pavilion

• Japanese pavilion

• Netherlands pavilion

• Environmental Agency of Abu Dhabi

• Tarsheed

• Hepworth

• Aqualia

• Saline Water KSA

• UK pavilion

• Abu Dhabi Food Control Authority

Stands and Pavilions

The following stands and pavilions offer an exciting glimpse into new technologies, solutions and partnership that will drive future innovation in renewable energy and sustainability.

The Growth of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week

2008

The 1st World Future Energy Summit (WFES) welcomes 11,000 attendees from 84 countries

2009

The 2nd WFES takes place with 18,850 attendees from 84 countries.

The 1st Zayed Future Energy Prize (ZFEP) Awards Ceremony

Abu Dhabi is selected to host the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) Headquarters

2010

The 3rd WFES takes place

The 2nd ZFEP Awards Ceremony takes place

Launch of the Masdar Institute of Science and Technology in Abu Dhabi

Clean Energy Preparatory Meeting, an initiative of the United States Department of Energy is held in Abu Dhabi

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The 4th WFES takes place with 26,000 attendees from 137 countries

The 3rd ZFEP Awards Ceremony

The 1st IRENA General Assembly

Clean Energy Ministerial (CEM 2), is held during the week

Eye on Earth Summit is held during the week

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The 2nd IRENA General Assembly

United Nation’s year of “Sustainable Energy for All” is announced during WFES

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Launch of the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW)



The 3rd IRENA General Assembly

The 1st International Water Summit

Abu Dhabi International Renewable Energy Conference (ADIREC) is held during ADSW

The 1st energy ministerial of the Summit of South American-Arab countries (ASPA) is held during ADSW

2014

The 2nd Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) will include the following events:

The 7th WFES


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Sustainable Cities Conference (in association with IEEE – Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers)

World Energy Leaders’ Summit (in association with World Energy Council)

The 1st Indian Ocean Renewable Energy Forum (IOR-ARC) meeting

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Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week addresses a regional and global need for a common platform to address a number of critical and interrelated issues. The importance of this platform to stakeholders from around the world can be seen in the sustained growth of this week – from a single conference in 2008 to the eight-day event that is taking place this year. Some highlights of ADSW’s growth include:

Masdar Hosts Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week Masdar is the host of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week as part of its mission to advance renewable energy and sustainability in the UAE and abroad, through education, research and development, investment and commercialisation.

Our pavilion features a hospitality area, public and private meeting areas, information screens, a map/scale model of Masdar City, and the Masdar Theatre. The Masdar Theatre hosts expert speakers from across the diversity of our operations worldwide. They will talk about our projects and technologies, and offer updates on the status of Masdar projects, including newly announced, already under development and operational projects.

Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week Highlights

ADSW will feature over 250 speakers from around the world. Some examples include:

• HE Suhail Al Mazrouie, Minister of Energy, United Arab Emirates

• Ernest Moniz, Secretary of State for Energy, USA

• HE Toshimitsu Motegi, Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry, Japan

• Rachel Kyte, Vice President for Sustainable Development, World Bank

• Jeffrey Sachs, Director Earth Institute, Columbia University, USA

• Maria van de Hoeven, Executive Director, IEA

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The above floor plan provides a quick guide to all of the main exhibitions, special display areas and other key locations during ADSW 2014.

In addition to all this, Masdar also engages during Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week by sharing the knowledge and experience of its executives, experts and professors through presentations and discussions. More than 12 Masdar-affiliated experts will participate in more than 15 sessions and panels during the World Future Energy Summit, the International Water Summit and the Global Leaders Summit.

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EVENTS LOCATION DATE DESCRIPTION

IRENA Fourth Assembly St. Regis Hotel 18 – 19 Jan

The Assembly is IRENA’s ultimate decision-making authority and is made up of one representative from each Member. It convenes annually to dis-cuss and decide upon issues such as the work programme, the budget, the adoption of reports, applications for membership and potential amend-ments to Agency activities. Over 1,000 participants are expected to attend IRENA’s Fourth Assembly on January 18-19 in Abu Dhabi.

Joint Opening Ceremony - Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW)World Future Energy Summit (WFES)International Water Summit (IWS) EcoWASTE Exhibition

ADNEC*, ICC** 20 Jan very year, ADSW opening ceremony is attended by over 3,400 delegates including world leaders, policy makers, thought leaders, decision makers, experts, business leaders, scientists, academics and media.

Zayed Future Energy Prize (ZFEP) Emirates Palace 20 Jan The Zayed Future Energy Prize is a US$ 4 million annual award, es-tablished by the UAE leadership to recognise and award excellence in renewable energy and sustainability across the globe. Held in honor of the Late Founding Father of the UAE Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, who championed sustainability and environmental stewardship, the Prize is awarded across five categories – Large Corporation, Small Medium Enterprise, Non-Governmental Organisation, Lifetime Achievement and Global High Schools. Winners of the sixth edition will be announced at the awards ceremony, as part of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week.

ADSW Global Leaders’ Summit (NEW)

ADNEC, ICC 20 Jan The current shift in the global energy mix towards wider deployment of renewables is of fundamental importance for shaping the economic and social systems of the future, and for ensuring the security and supply of energy to meet ever increasing global demand. At the same time, this shift is creating new opportunities and challenges alike for many nations. The Global Leaders’ Summit brings together leaders from business, technology, government and academia to advance collaboration and action on the most immediate and urgent priorities, as well as long-term imperatives.

World Future Energy Summit ADNEC, Conference Room A

21 – 22 Jan

Held under the patronage of HH General Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the United Arab Emirates Armed Forces, the World Future Energy Summit (WFES) looks to explore how public policy, research and development, and business can benefit from the deployment of renewable energy. Through public-private partnerships, research, education and entrepre-neurship, the summit has gained recognition as one of the world’s most influential gatherings in the new-energy sector. Attendees have included heads of state from China, France, South Korea, Argentina and the United Kingdom.

International Water Summit ADNEC,Conference Room B

21 – 22 Jan

The International Water Summit (IWS) is a unique global platform for promoting water sustainability in arid regions.IWS brings together world leaders, field experts, academic luminaries and business innovators to accelerate the development of new strategies and technologies that will further promote sustainable water management by highlighting the needs of, and the opportunities within, the sector.

IRENA Renewable Energy Jobs Conference (NEW)

ADNEC, Maared Ballroom

21 Jan The Renewable Energy Jobs Conference, hosted by IRENA, is the first of its kind to gather experts, practitioners, academics and other stakeholders from the public and private sector to share knowledge, experiences and best practices on all aspects of renewable energy job creation.

World Future Energy Summit Exhibition

ADNEC, Hall 05 – 10

20 – 22 Jan

Held under the patronage of HH General Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the United Arab Emirates Armed Forces, the World Future Energy Summit (WFES) looks to explore how public policy, research and development, and business can benefit from the deployment of renewable energy. Through public-private partnerships, research, education and entrepre-neurship, the summit has gained recognition as one of the world’s most influential gatherings in the new-energy sector. Attendees have included heads of state from China, France, South Korea, Argentina and the United Kingdom.

International Water Summit Exhibition

ADNEC, Hall 03 – 04

20 – 22 Jan

The International Water Summit (IWS) is a unique global platform for promoting water sustainability in arid regions. IWS brings together world leaders, field experts, academic luminaries and business innovators to accelerate the development of new strategies and technologies that will further promote sustainable water management by highlighting the needs of, and the opportunities within, the sector.


EcoWASTE Exhibition (NEW) ADNEC, Hall 11 20 – 22 Jan

EcoWASTE is a new exhibition that aims to become the international lead-ing specialised event for sustainable waste management and recycling, bringing together leading local and international technology and service providers, local and regional buyers, and industry professionals from both the private and public sectors. Through its targeted exhibition and seminars, EcoWASTE will provide unrivalled opportunities to network, exchange best practices, do business, unveil new projects and source cutting-edge technologies and solutions in waste management and recycling.

The Festival@Masdar City (NEW) Masdar City 24 – 25 Jan

The Festival @ Masdar City is one of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week’s key community engagement activities. It is organized by Masdar and hosted in Masdar City. The event is designed to inspire UAE residents to adopt more sustainable habits through fun-filled activities.The Festival will be made up of various zones, each with a custom theme and a variety of activities aimed at educating the children and families. It will also include a mix of exhibitors showcasing home solutions for sus-tainable living, eco stores selling organic produce, a variety of workshops for children and teenagers to enjoy, music and entertainment for families and food stalls.

Sustainable Living Expo (SLE) @ WFES (NEW)

ADNEC, Hall 10 20 – 22 Jan

The Sustainable Living Expo (SLE) is a new initiative that promotes sustainability and resource conservation in urban areas. The SLE includes a real-sized home and a model hotel suite showcasing water and energy efficient products.

Project and Finance Village (PFV) @ WFES


The Project & Finance Village offers the ideal platform for project developers and entrepreneurs to network with the world’s cutting edge solution providers and thought leaders. Exhibitors at WFES were able to interact with senior representatives at the Project & Finance Village given the chance to attend project presentations and discuss future business opportunities through prescheduled meetings.

TechTalk @WFES ADNEC, Con-course, Hall 05

20 – 22 Jan

TechTalk is a brand new seminar concept for WFES 2014. Located on the exhibition floor, TechTalk allows companies, or speakers and participants, to present and discuss the latest industry technologies, R&D, policy developments, investment opportunities and new projects in a purpose-built environment, ideal for networking with decision makers from across MENA and beyond.

Green Careers @WFES ADNEC, Hall 09 20 – 22 Jan

Having trouble finding the right career path for you? WFES Green Career Fair can be a great ally, providing you with cost-effective, convenient and easy ways to create social and professional networking opportunities that will give you an edge over competition in your job search. WFES Green Career Fair will take you on a journey to an infinite array of career oppor-tunities, ensuring your goals become more attainable.

Sustainable Water Solutions Vil-lage (SWSV) @ IWS


The Sustainable Water Solutions Village (SWSV) at the 2nd International Water Summit (IWS) will be themed around educating the farming com-munity about the innovative agricultural solutions and funding options available to them.

GCC Utilities Platform @ IWS ADNEC, Hall 03 20 – 22 Jan

The GCC Utilities Platform brings together the regional utility providers under one roof providing an excellent opportunity for the exhibitors and attendees to initiate and develop new business opportunities with them.

Financial Times – IRENA Ques-tion Time Debate

Masdar City 19 Jan IRENA, in partnership with the Financial Times, will host the second FT-IRENA Question Time Debate on 19 January 2014. The event will provide a timely and engaging opportunity for public and private sector leaders to discuss the pathways for doubling the global share of renewable energy by 2030.

Blue Economy Summit (NEW) ADNEC, Conference Room A

20 Jan The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in partnership with the government of the Republic of Seychelles, will host the first Blue Economy Summit, to be held in Abu Dhabi on 19 and 20 January 2014. The Blue Economy concept, focusing on governance frameworks for the sustainable development of oceans and ocean-linked communities and countries, is a key component of the post-Rio global conversation. The topic will feature prominently at the United Nations Third International Conference on Small Island Developing States in Samoa in 2014 and in the forthcoming Post 2015 Development Agenda and Sustainable Development Goals. The Summit will identify the key components needed for the sustainable development of oceans and coastal regions, framing the financing and policy priorities for both the international community and national governments.

Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2014 Schedule


Indian Ocean Renewable Energy Ministerial Forum (NEW)

ADNEC, ICC 21 Jan The first ministerial on renewable energy in the Indian Ocean region will take place on 21 January as part of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, hosted by the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs in partnership with the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA, formerly the IOR-ARC) and the Interna-tional Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA). Energy ministers from the 26 member and partner countries of the IORA will launch new initiatives in resource assessment, cost analysis, and capacity-building. Invited repre-sentatives from the business and investment community will also provide short perspectives on sectoral development in the region.

High Level Plenary of thirsty energy Initiative by World Bank

ADNEC,Conference Room A

21 Jan Thirsty Energy is new global initiative led jointly by the Water and Energy Units in the World Bank and will officially be launched at WFES in Janu-ary 2014. It aims to support client countries in addressing the challenges of energy and water resources development, avoid unsustainable sce-narios and break disciplinary silos that prevent cross-sectoral planning.

The Development of Geothermal Resources – UBI France

ADNEC,Capital Suite 03

20 Jan The event will focus on technological solutions and acquired experi-ence with industrial stakeholders who accepted to take part in this event talking about their existing implementation as well as of research and innovation currently going on. It will address the regulatory frameworks and training efforts needed to further advance geothermal energy.

Global Renewable Energy Atlas: End User Event – IRENA

ADNEC, Capital Suite 06

20 Jan The Global Renewable Energy Atlas event will showcase the different types of potentials covered by the Atlas, including solar, wind, geothermal and bioenergy.

Financing the Africa Clean Energy Corridor – IRENA


20 Jan IRENA has developed an Action Agenda for building an Africa Clean En-ergy Corridor. The panel discussion will focus on promising strategies for mitigating the risks and reducing the cost of financing renewable power investment in Africa.

Risk Coverage for Renewable Energy Investments – IRENA


20 Jan This event, hosted by IRENA and jointly organized with the Climate Policy Initiative (CPI) seeks to explore the effectiveness and potential of existing risk mitigation tools, as well as innovative approaches, with a focus on political risk and loan guarantee mechanisms at a global and regional level in an interactive panel discussion.

Renewable Energy Ministerial Roundtable – IRENA


20 Jan IRENA will host a Ministerial Roundtable to highlight the activities and agenda of a high-level political alliance to advance the case of renewable energy.

Linking Energy and Humanity: The Role of GCC Countries in Combating Climate Change


20 Jan This event is undertaken as part of the Climate Justice Dialogue, an initia-tive of the Mary Robinson Foundation – Climate Justice and the World Resources Institute.


20 Jan The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in partnership with the government of the Republic of Seychelles, will host the first Blue Economy Summit, to be held in Abu Dhabi on 19 and 20 January 2014. The Blue Economy concept, focusing on governance frameworks for the sustainable development of oceans and ocean-linked communities and countries, is a key component of the post-Rio global conversation. The topic will feature prominently at the United Nations Third International Conference on Small Island Developing States in Samoa in 2014 and in the forthcoming Post 2015 Development Agenda and Sustainable Development Goals. The Summit will identify the key components needed for the sustainable development of oceans and coastal regions, framing the financing and policy priorities for both the international community and national governments.

Global Sustainable Cities Network ADNEC, Capital Suite 08

21 – 22 Jan

The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Masdar will host the next meeting of the Global Sustainable Cities Network, an association of Nordic and Asian countries under the Clean Energy Ministerial currently focused on policy and technology procurement in the fields of waste-to-energy and demand-side management. The three-day programme will review mar-ket and partnership opportunities through site visits and small workshops

World Energy Leaders Dialogue (WELD)


21 Jan The Abu Dhabi World Energy Leaders’ Dialogue (WELD) aims to bring to-gether global energy leaders to exchange views on critical and emerging issues facing the energy industry.This high level invitation-only event provides an intimate forum in which participants can discuss topics such as how to best address the “energy trilemma” (trade-offs between energy security, social equity and environ-mental impact mitigation), during sessions on the energy-water nexus, the implications of the shale gas revolution, as well as recent develop-ments in nuclear and renewables in the global and regional energy context.


Economics of Sustainable Devel-opment


21 Jan Everyone is interested in sustainable development. But to be sustainable it needs to be delivered at a price that the end user is willing to pay. Come listen to an overview of how a developer, the municipal government, financial institutions, and the end user view the economics of sustainable development – Special case study featuring the Siemens Regional HQ at Masdar City.

China Day ADNEC,Capital Suite 07

21 Jan Under the background that China has officially become a member of International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) this year, Chinese Renewable Energy Industries Association (CREIA) will jointly organize “China Day” with the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) and China National Renewable Energy Centre (CNREC) on January 21st, 2014, as a side event during the World Future Energy Summit (WFES). With the support from governments and through the important platform of IRENA—the only international intergovernmental organization dedicated to renewable energy, the China Day program aims to promote interna-tional collaboration between countries in the field of renewable energy by improving their understanding of renewable energy markets and potential and enhancing the communication and practical cooperation between enterprises from different countries.

The Integrated Approach for Sus-tainable Cities – UBI France

ADNEC, SLEHall 10

21 Jan The event will focus on the current technological innovations being devel-oped as part of an effort to foster solutions for the future. It will underline and put in perspective the importance of a systemic approach in order to allow for a more sober and efficient use of natural resources, while keep-ing the objective of making cities better places to live in.

Grid Integration and Energy Stor-age – IRENA


21 Jan This side event will serve to showcase the work of IRENA and its partners on the subject of grid integration and energy storage as enabling tech-nologies for renewable energy deployment.

IEA Publication Launch ADNEC,Capital Suite 13

21 Jan Coming Soon

Vestas Wind for Prosperity ADNEC,Capital Suite 10

21 Jan Coming Soon

Hybridizing Diesel Minigrids: Decentralized Energy – IRENA


IRENA, the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and Siemens have joined forces in a unique public-private partnership to identify what it takes to develop commercially viable business models for the operation of renewable energy mini-grids in developing countries. This interactive workshop will present the preliminary results of the ongoing assessment and address key investment criteria for private financiers.

IEA RIAB – IRENA: ‘RE Investment in the GCC’


22 Jan The GCC renewable energy market has seen a dramatic shift in the last two years, with over 60 GW announced by 2032 and introduction of targets in all six member countries. Yet project implementation - and mechanisms for cost-efficient deployment - remain uncertain across the region. In this context, the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs, International Energy Agency (IEA), International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), Masdar, and REN21 will host a special session of key market players to re-view policy and commercial options for GCC governments and companies to move beyond targets.

Renewable Energy Deployment in Cities – IRENA


22 Jan This workshop will build consensus around key areas of interest for de-ployment of renewable energy at the city level. Soliciting feedback on how to assess economically viable renewable energy deployment in cities, this workshop will pave the way for a larger event in the upcoming year.

How do we get Students Excited about Sustainability


22 Jan Leading thinkers in Sustainability, Innovation and Education will come together and engage in an interesting discussion on ways to educate the youth on the importance of thinking and acting sustainably.

Storage: A Solution for Solar Energy – UBI France


22 Jan The side-event will focus on the challenges facing energy storage, particularly in the solar industry, and on existing solutions and realisa-tions, facilitating exchanges and debate between UAE operators, the IRENA team members working on this subject, and French industrials and research institutions. The program will also address Portable and on-site storage issues.

Global Sustainable Cities Network Masdar Institute 23 Jan The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Masdar will host the next meeting of the Global Sustainable Cities Network, an association of Nordic and Asian countries under the Clean Energy Ministerial currently focused on policy and technology procurement in the fields of waste-to-energy and demand-side management. The three-day programme will review mar-ket and partnership opportunities through site visits and small workshops.

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Masdar international and domestic projects: Clockwise from top left, Gemasolar, Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) plant in Seville, Spain. The Siemens Middle East Headquarters at Masdar City, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. London Array, offshore wind farm in the United Kingdom. The Incubator Building at Masdar City, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

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