Showing posts with label World Future Energy Summit 2009. Show all posts
Showing posts with label World Future Energy Summit 2009. Show all posts
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
Closing Ceremony Speeches for WFES09
Your Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces.
Your Highnesses, Excellencies, Ladies and Gentlemen...good afternoon.
I would like to thank all the delegates for attending this year’s World Future Energy Summit…your presence is a testament to the FUTURE of the renewable energy industry…and it truly looks BRIGHT.
Of course I would also like to thank the many supporters and sponsors of the event:
- His Highness General Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces for his patronage
- MASDAR – our host
- Credit Suisse – our principal sponsor
- Our many other sponsors and supporters, including media
- Plus of course, the SPEAKERS, many of whom have travelled around the world to be here with us this week, giving their time and their thought leadership so generously and without fee. For those familiar with the British tabloids and recent reports – that includes Mr. Blair!
It has been a great pleasure to host so many industry leaders and innovators under one roof to exchange their IDEAS and share their KNOWLEDGE.
Together, we have pushed forward the future energy agenda over the last three days. Governments have laid out policies to enable the growth of renewable energies. Private industry has made investments that will accelerate the deployment of critical technologies. And as global citizens we have recognized the importance of innovation, and our collective responsibilities.
(PAUSE)
It has been a successful summit.
- We set ourselves a target of 15,000 attendees – we exceed our target.
- The count at 2pm today was that 16,427 individuals walked through the doors!
- Those individuals are from 95 countries
- We have had 359 exhibitors showcasing their wares…
- .. and 11 country pavilions
Over the past three days, partnerships have been made and agreements have been reached:
- MASDAR signed an agreement with the Seychelles government to develop a wind farm to help power the country.
- MASDAR welcomed General Electric as our first major tenant in Masdar City.
- MASDAR signed an agreement with MIT to join as one of the inaugural founding members of the MIT energy initiative.
- MASDAR are going to be partnering with the Nigerian national petroleum company to develop carbon emissions reduction projects. (WE ARE STILL DETERMINING IF WE ARE GOING TO MENTION THIS)
- Abu Dhabi announced a 7 per cent renewable energy target by 2020.
And, we recognized the innovative and inspiring accomplishments of Mr. Barua, winner of the inaugural Zayed Future Energy Prize. A Prize that I hope will motivate future generations in finding revolutionary ideas and solutions to creating a sustainable future.
Once again, the World Future Energy Summit has proved to be the place where business and solutions are made. Next year, we will increase the summit to a 4 day event and encourage students from around the world to attend.
TOGETHER we will continue the push for a sustainable future.
PAUSE
It now gives me great pleasure to welcome our first address of the closing ceremony;
Her Excellency Quentin Bryce, Governor General of Australia
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Your Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces.
Your Highnesses, Excellencies, Ladies and Gentlemen...good afternoon.
I would like to thank all the delegates for attending this year’s World Future Energy Summit…your presence is a testament to the FUTURE of the renewable energy industry…and it truly looks BRIGHT.
Of course I would also like to thank the many supporters and sponsors of the event:
- His Highness General Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces for his patronage
- MASDAR – our host
- Credit Suisse – our principal sponsor
- Our many other sponsors and supporters, including media
- Plus of course, the SPEAKERS, many of whom have travelled around the world to be here with us this week, giving their time and their thought leadership so generously and without fee. For those familiar with the British tabloids and recent reports – that includes Mr. Blair!
It has been a great pleasure to host so many industry leaders and innovators under one roof to exchange their IDEAS and share their KNOWLEDGE.
Together, we have pushed forward the future energy agenda over the last three days. Governments have laid out policies to enable the growth of renewable energies. Private industry has made investments that will accelerate the deployment of critical technologies. And as global citizens we have recognized the importance of innovation, and our collective responsibilities.
(PAUSE)
It has been a successful summit.
- We set ourselves a target of 15,000 attendees – we exceed our target.
- The count at 2pm today was that 16,427 individuals walked through the doors!
- Those individuals are from 95 countries
- We have had 359 exhibitors showcasing their wares…
- .. and 11 country pavilions
Over the past three days, partnerships have been made and agreements have been reached:
- MASDAR signed an agreement with the Seychelles government to develop a wind farm to help power the country.
- MASDAR welcomed General Electric as our first major tenant in Masdar City.
- MASDAR signed an agreement with MIT to join as one of the inaugural founding members of the MIT energy initiative.
- MASDAR are going to be partnering with the Nigerian national petroleum company to develop carbon emissions reduction projects. (WE ARE STILL DETERMINING IF WE ARE GOING TO MENTION THIS)
- Abu Dhabi announced a 7 per cent renewable energy target by 2020.
And, we recognized the innovative and inspiring accomplishments of Mr. Barua, winner of the inaugural Zayed Future Energy Prize. A Prize that I hope will motivate future generations in finding revolutionary ideas and solutions to creating a sustainable future.
Once again, the World Future Energy Summit has proved to be the place where business and solutions are made. Next year, we will increase the summit to a 4 day event and encourage students from around the world to attend.
TOGETHER we will continue the push for a sustainable future.
PAUSE
It now gives me great pleasure to welcome our first address of the closing ceremony;
Her Excellency Quentin Bryce, Governor General of Australia
Your Highnesses, Excellencies, Ladies and Gentlemen...good afternoon.
I would like to thank all the delegates for attending this year’s World Future Energy Summit…your presence is a testament to the FUTURE of the renewable energy industry…and it truly looks BRIGHT.
Of course I would also like to thank the many supporters and sponsors of the event:
- His Highness General Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces for his patronage
- MASDAR – our host
- Credit Suisse – our principal sponsor
- Our many other sponsors and supporters, including media
- Plus of course, the SPEAKERS, many of whom have travelled around the world to be here with us this week, giving their time and their thought leadership so generously and without fee. For those familiar with the British tabloids and recent reports – that includes Mr. Blair!
It has been a great pleasure to host so many industry leaders and innovators under one roof to exchange their IDEAS and share their KNOWLEDGE.
Together, we have pushed forward the future energy agenda over the last three days. Governments have laid out policies to enable the growth of renewable energies. Private industry has made investments that will accelerate the deployment of critical technologies. And as global citizens we have recognized the importance of innovation, and our collective responsibilities.
(PAUSE)
It has been a successful summit.
- We set ourselves a target of 15,000 attendees – we exceed our target.
- The count at 2pm today was that 16,427 individuals walked through the doors!
- Those individuals are from 95 countries
- We have had 359 exhibitors showcasing their wares…
- .. and 11 country pavilions
Over the past three days, partnerships have been made and agreements have been reached:
- MASDAR signed an agreement with the Seychelles government to develop a wind farm to help power the country.
- MASDAR welcomed General Electric as our first major tenant in Masdar City.
- MASDAR signed an agreement with MIT to join as one of the inaugural founding members of the MIT energy initiative.
- MASDAR are going to be partnering with the Nigerian national petroleum company to develop carbon emissions reduction projects. (WE ARE STILL DETERMINING IF WE ARE GOING TO MENTION THIS)
- Abu Dhabi announced a 7 per cent renewable energy target by 2020.
And, we recognized the innovative and inspiring accomplishments of Mr. Barua, winner of the inaugural Zayed Future Energy Prize. A Prize that I hope will motivate future generations in finding revolutionary ideas and solutions to creating a sustainable future.
Once again, the World Future Energy Summit has proved to be the place where business and solutions are made. Next year, we will increase the summit to a 4 day event and encourage students from around the world to attend.
TOGETHER we will continue the push for a sustainable future.
PAUSE
It now gives me great pleasure to welcome our first address of the closing ceremony;
Her Excellency Quentin Bryce, Governor General of Australia
.....................
Your Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces.
Your Highnesses, Excellencies, Ladies and Gentlemen...good afternoon.
I would like to thank all the delegates for attending this year’s World Future Energy Summit…your presence is a testament to the FUTURE of the renewable energy industry…and it truly looks BRIGHT.
Of course I would also like to thank the many supporters and sponsors of the event:
- His Highness General Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces for his patronage
- MASDAR – our host
- Credit Suisse – our principal sponsor
- Our many other sponsors and supporters, including media
- Plus of course, the SPEAKERS, many of whom have travelled around the world to be here with us this week, giving their time and their thought leadership so generously and without fee. For those familiar with the British tabloids and recent reports – that includes Mr. Blair!
It has been a great pleasure to host so many industry leaders and innovators under one roof to exchange their IDEAS and share their KNOWLEDGE.
Together, we have pushed forward the future energy agenda over the last three days. Governments have laid out policies to enable the growth of renewable energies. Private industry has made investments that will accelerate the deployment of critical technologies. And as global citizens we have recognized the importance of innovation, and our collective responsibilities.
(PAUSE)
It has been a successful summit.
- We set ourselves a target of 15,000 attendees – we exceed our target.
- The count at 2pm today was that 16,427 individuals walked through the doors!
- Those individuals are from 95 countries
- We have had 359 exhibitors showcasing their wares…
- .. and 11 country pavilions
Over the past three days, partnerships have been made and agreements have been reached:
- MASDAR signed an agreement with the Seychelles government to develop a wind farm to help power the country.
- MASDAR welcomed General Electric as our first major tenant in Masdar City.
- MASDAR signed an agreement with MIT to join as one of the inaugural founding members of the MIT energy initiative.
- MASDAR are going to be partnering with the Nigerian national petroleum company to develop carbon emissions reduction projects. (WE ARE STILL DETERMINING IF WE ARE GOING TO MENTION THIS)
- Abu Dhabi announced a 7 per cent renewable energy target by 2020.
And, we recognized the innovative and inspiring accomplishments of Mr. Barua, winner of the inaugural Zayed Future Energy Prize. A Prize that I hope will motivate future generations in finding revolutionary ideas and solutions to creating a sustainable future.
Once again, the World Future Energy Summit has proved to be the place where business and solutions are made. Next year, we will increase the summit to a 4 day event and encourage students from around the world to attend.
TOGETHER we will continue the push for a sustainable future.
PAUSE
It now gives me great pleasure to welcome our first address of the closing ceremony;
Her Excellency Quentin Bryce, Governor General of Australia
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
ADNEC – Al Maa’red Weddings, to develop Al Ain’s Al Khabisi Wedding Hall
ADNEC – Al Maa’red Weddings, to develop Al Ain’s Al Khabisi Wedding Hall
Venue to extend and enhance it’s existing services to Al Ain community
(ADNEC) Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company’s new weddings division, Al Maa’red Weddings, has announced that it will provide additional support to the Al Khabisi Wedding Hall and its existing bridal services. Al Maa’red Weddings has also announced that it plans to fully redevelop the existing site, with more information to be revealed soon by ADNEC.
Through its management and involvement in the Al Khabisi Wedding Hall, Al Maa’red Weddings will introduce new and enhanced concepts in wedding celebrations for the people of Al Ain by providing brand new services, such as high quality catering options, full wedding planning services and creative concept design. Al Maa’red Weddings will also provide venue support to existing external wedding planning companies and will not charge a fee for the use of the hall.
Al Maa’red Weddings fully appreciates the importance of the venue to the Al Ain community and will extend Al Khabisi’s existing facilities with a range of new consultancy and planning services, bringing the wedding facilities to life. The additional service will provide a professional venue with operational team support, ensuring best possible services and competitive pricing.
The Al Khabisi Wedding Hall, which is ideally located near the Municipality District of Al Ain and the bustling Jimi Mall, will also be located adjacent to ADNEC’s fully integrated AED3.5 billion (US$1 billion), 275,000sqm Al Ain Convention Centre development.
Commenting on the announcement, Fiona Jackson, Head of Al Maa’red Weddings, said, “We are delighted to have this opportunity to manage and further develop the Al Khabisi Wedding Hall. We believe we can bring many benefits to the facilities, as well as to the families who use the venue, which has served the people of Al Ain very well for a number of years. We would like suppliers and other valuable stakeholders to understand that we will be offering a flexible service and welcoming existing and future relationships.”
Al Maa’red Weddings is committed to providing professional venue support to the wedding celebrations currently scheduled in the Al Khabisi Wedding Hall.
Al Maa’red Weddings is exhibiting at the Abu Dhabi Bride Show in Hall 12 at stand G39, showcasing its complete, fully inclusive service to the public. The show is being held at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre from January 21 – 24, 2009.
Venue to extend and enhance it’s existing services to Al Ain community
(ADNEC) Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company’s new weddings division, Al Maa’red Weddings, has announced that it will provide additional support to the Al Khabisi Wedding Hall and its existing bridal services. Al Maa’red Weddings has also announced that it plans to fully redevelop the existing site, with more information to be revealed soon by ADNEC.
Through its management and involvement in the Al Khabisi Wedding Hall, Al Maa’red Weddings will introduce new and enhanced concepts in wedding celebrations for the people of Al Ain by providing brand new services, such as high quality catering options, full wedding planning services and creative concept design. Al Maa’red Weddings will also provide venue support to existing external wedding planning companies and will not charge a fee for the use of the hall.
Al Maa’red Weddings fully appreciates the importance of the venue to the Al Ain community and will extend Al Khabisi’s existing facilities with a range of new consultancy and planning services, bringing the wedding facilities to life. The additional service will provide a professional venue with operational team support, ensuring best possible services and competitive pricing.
The Al Khabisi Wedding Hall, which is ideally located near the Municipality District of Al Ain and the bustling Jimi Mall, will also be located adjacent to ADNEC’s fully integrated AED3.5 billion (US$1 billion), 275,000sqm Al Ain Convention Centre development.
Commenting on the announcement, Fiona Jackson, Head of Al Maa’red Weddings, said, “We are delighted to have this opportunity to manage and further develop the Al Khabisi Wedding Hall. We believe we can bring many benefits to the facilities, as well as to the families who use the venue, which has served the people of Al Ain very well for a number of years. We would like suppliers and other valuable stakeholders to understand that we will be offering a flexible service and welcoming existing and future relationships.”
Al Maa’red Weddings is committed to providing professional venue support to the wedding celebrations currently scheduled in the Al Khabisi Wedding Hall.
Al Maa’red Weddings is exhibiting at the Abu Dhabi Bride Show in Hall 12 at stand G39, showcasing its complete, fully inclusive service to the public. The show is being held at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre from January 21 – 24, 2009.
MASDAR AND GE ANNOUNCE WORLD’S FIRST ECOMAGINATION CENTRE AT MASDAR CITY
MASDAR AND GE ANNOUNCE WORLD’S FIRST ECOMAGINATION CENTRE AT MASDAR CITY
Strategic partnership aims to advance Research and-Development
of sustainable technologies and solutions
January 20, 2009 – Masdar announced today that GE will be an anchor partner in Masdar City. In a joint Masdar-GE agreement, the two companies outlined plans to house a new Ecomagination Centre, focused on sustainable business solutions and to form a broader R&D relationship that will support the development and deployment of new and innovative technologies. This centre is part of a multi-faceted strategic partnership signed by Mubadala and GE in July 2008.
Masdar City, currently under construction, will be the world’s first carbon-neutral, zero-waste city completely powered by renewable energy. Masdar is driven by the Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company (ADFEC), a wholly owned company of Mubadala Development Company. The City is a reflection of a long term strategic commitment by the government of Abu Dhabi to accelerate the development and deployment of future energy solutions.
Ecomagination is GE’s commitment to conceive and construct pioneering technologies that help customers address their environmental and financial needs. The Ecomagination Centre at Masdar City will support the development of energy efficient products in the region and will raise awareness of energy conservation among the Masdar City community. The Centre will also showcase GE technologies, including wind, solar and other renewable energy products that will power the next generation “smart” electrical grid, water purification technology, and energy-efficient appliances for the home
“This is truly a landmark partnership in the development of Masdar City because it will allow us to jointly develop, deploy, scale and market innovative solutions in renewable energy and sustainability,” said Masdar CEO Dr. Sultan Al Jaber. “We are excited that GE will be an anchor tenant at Masdar City, as we aim to build the world’s Silicon Valley for clean technology.”
“The vision of the leadership of Abu Dhabi and of HH General Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, has allowed us to make great advancements in the Masdar Initiative and to attract the world’s greatest partners to join us in achieving our goals,” he added.
The multi-faceted agreement also provides a framework for Masdar and GE to explore areas of R&D collaboration in the development of Clean Tech products. Masdar will be able to leverage GE’s technological expertise with the aim of ultimately including these technologies in the Masdar City development.
“Masdar City, and Abu Dhabi, is the perfect location for GE to establish its first Ecomagination Centre,” said Steve Fludder, Vice President, Ecomagination. “We see enormous opportunities to deploy sustainable technologies in the region, drive new innovation, and harness the region’s great interest and willingness in putting these technologies to work.”
The Ecomagination Centre is expected to be up to 4,000 square meters in size and will be located near the Masdar Institute, Masdar’s graduate-level institution dedicated to academic research and study in the development and deployment of the future of energy.
The Ecomagination Centre is a product of the GE and Mubadala framework agreement, signed in July 2008, on a global partnership encompassing a broad range of initiatives including commercial finance, clean energy research and development, aviation, industry and corporate learning. Building on an already strong relationship and a common view of high growth opportunities in the Middle East and globally, the agreement provides for shared capital commitments to new joint ventures and investment funds. For more information on GE and Mubadala, visit www.ge.com/news/partnership.
Strategic partnership aims to advance Research and-Development
of sustainable technologies and solutions
January 20, 2009 – Masdar announced today that GE will be an anchor partner in Masdar City. In a joint Masdar-GE agreement, the two companies outlined plans to house a new Ecomagination Centre, focused on sustainable business solutions and to form a broader R&D relationship that will support the development and deployment of new and innovative technologies. This centre is part of a multi-faceted strategic partnership signed by Mubadala and GE in July 2008.
Masdar City, currently under construction, will be the world’s first carbon-neutral, zero-waste city completely powered by renewable energy. Masdar is driven by the Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company (ADFEC), a wholly owned company of Mubadala Development Company. The City is a reflection of a long term strategic commitment by the government of Abu Dhabi to accelerate the development and deployment of future energy solutions.
Ecomagination is GE’s commitment to conceive and construct pioneering technologies that help customers address their environmental and financial needs. The Ecomagination Centre at Masdar City will support the development of energy efficient products in the region and will raise awareness of energy conservation among the Masdar City community. The Centre will also showcase GE technologies, including wind, solar and other renewable energy products that will power the next generation “smart” electrical grid, water purification technology, and energy-efficient appliances for the home
“This is truly a landmark partnership in the development of Masdar City because it will allow us to jointly develop, deploy, scale and market innovative solutions in renewable energy and sustainability,” said Masdar CEO Dr. Sultan Al Jaber. “We are excited that GE will be an anchor tenant at Masdar City, as we aim to build the world’s Silicon Valley for clean technology.”
“The vision of the leadership of Abu Dhabi and of HH General Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, has allowed us to make great advancements in the Masdar Initiative and to attract the world’s greatest partners to join us in achieving our goals,” he added.
The multi-faceted agreement also provides a framework for Masdar and GE to explore areas of R&D collaboration in the development of Clean Tech products. Masdar will be able to leverage GE’s technological expertise with the aim of ultimately including these technologies in the Masdar City development.
“Masdar City, and Abu Dhabi, is the perfect location for GE to establish its first Ecomagination Centre,” said Steve Fludder, Vice President, Ecomagination. “We see enormous opportunities to deploy sustainable technologies in the region, drive new innovation, and harness the region’s great interest and willingness in putting these technologies to work.”
The Ecomagination Centre is expected to be up to 4,000 square meters in size and will be located near the Masdar Institute, Masdar’s graduate-level institution dedicated to academic research and study in the development and deployment of the future of energy.
The Ecomagination Centre is a product of the GE and Mubadala framework agreement, signed in July 2008, on a global partnership encompassing a broad range of initiatives including commercial finance, clean energy research and development, aviation, industry and corporate learning. Building on an already strong relationship and a common view of high growth opportunities in the Middle East and globally, the agreement provides for shared capital commitments to new joint ventures and investment funds. For more information on GE and Mubadala, visit www.ge.com/news/partnership.
Masdar Signs Agreement with Seychelles Government
ABU DHABI AND SEYCHELLES PARTNER TO DEVELOP WIND POWER ON MAHÉ
Masdar Signs Agreement with Seychelles Government
ADU DHABI, January 20, 2009 — Masdar, Abu Dhabi’s multi-faceted future energy initiative wholly owned by the Mubadala Development Company, and the Seychelles government announced today a collaborative agreement to develop renewable energy in the Seychelles.
Preliminary studies have indicated that wind energy, solar energy and waste-to-energy options will be able to supply the pristine island of Mahé with clean, renewable power.
Under this collaborative agreement, it is expected that feasibility studies and the required environmental impact assessments will be undertaken to determine the positioning of wind turbines in several locations around Mahé Island. An initial target of 18 megawatts of electricity generated from wind power is envisaged, which could initially supply at least 10-15 percent of
Mahé Island’s total energy demand, offsetting the need for expensive imports of traditional diesel and heavy fuel oil.
“This collaboration is a direct result of our leadership’s mandate of diversifying our renewable energy portfolio through strategic international partnerships,” said Sultan Al Jaber, Chief Executive Officer of Masdar. “This wind power project reflects the commitment to sustainability by both the Abu Dhabi and Seychelles governments.”
“Wind power is a viable, clean and renewable energy resource that must be harnessed to reduce our dependence on imported fuel and ensure the preservation of the Seychelles’ stunning natural beauty for future generations,” said James Alix Michel, President of the Republic of Seychelles. “We have been working closely with Masdar for several months to
identify the most effective renewable energy solution for our island nation with the least environmental and visual impact.”
Emission reductions resulting from the project will be monetized under the Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) framework of the Kyoto Protocol as Certified Emission Reduction (CER) credits.
About Masdar
Masdar is Abu Dhabi’s multi-faceted future energy initiative advancing the development, commercialisation and deployment of renewable and alternative energy technologies and solutions. Masdar is driven by the Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company (ADFEC), and is wholly owned by Mubadala Development Company. For more information about the Masdar Initiative, please visit [url]www.masdaruae.com[/url].
High-resolution images of Masdar City and the 2009 World Future Energy Summit are available at [url]http://www.flickr.com/photos/masdar/[/url].
Monday, January 19, 2009
MASDAR SET TO CAPITALISE ON INTERNATIONAL
MASDAR SET TO CAPITALISE ON INTERNATIONAL
ADOPTION OF RENEWABLE ENERGY
Masdar sees opportunities to advance renewable energy solutions in global markets
Abu Dhabi, January 19, 2009 — Masdar chief executive Dr. Sultan Al Jaber announced today that Masdar, a multi-faceted future energy initiative wholly owned by the Mubadala Development Company, is well-positioned to capitalize on the “undeniable momentum and long term viability” of renewable energy technology in his keynote speech at the World Future Energy Summit in Abu Dhabi.
Dr. Al Jaber acknowledged the recent global economic downturn in his opening ceremony address, but said that the renewable energy sector continues to grow and pointed to recent global commitments that call for increasing investment and deployment of renewable energy technologies.
The Government of Abu Dhabi has indicated its own commitment to the adoption of renewable energy, and will soon publish a comprehensive energy policy that includes a pledge that by 2020, renewable energy sources will account for at least 7 percent of the Emirate’s total power generation capacity. Masdar estimates this commitment will create a renewable energy market valued at US$6-8 billion in the Emirate, creating business opportunities for local and international companies.
“Masdar will be at the forefront of the research, development and deployment of solutions that will enable governments around the world, including our own, to meet the targets they are setting for the adoption of renewable energy,” said Dr. Al Jaber, speaking at the summit.
In the past 12 months, Masdar has made significant advancements across the full spectrum of renewable energy solutions to help build a renewable energy sector in Abu Dhabi and to accelerate the deployment of clean technologies globally.
· Breaking ground on the development of Masdar City – the world’s first carbon-neutral city
· Building a solar manufacturing plant in Germany, creating green-jobs and technical know-how to transfer to Abu Dhabi
· Enrolling a pre-class of students at the Masdar Institute – the world’s first graduate institution dedicated to future energy solutions
· Investing in leading renewable technologies, forming joint ventures, and R&D partnerships to apply scale and capital to accelerate technology deployment and commercialization
In addition, international evidence of the widespread adoption of renewable energy includes recent commitments by the Governments of Australia and the United States to make significant investments in renewable energy technologies, a commitment by the European Parliament to reduce carbon emissions by 20 percent by 2020, and international efforts led by the Governments of Germany, Denmark and Spain to establish an International Renewable Energy Agency, dedicated to the widespread adoption of renewable energy on a global scale.
“Looking at recent local and international commitments, it is our view that the world has reached a tipping point in the acceptance of renewable energy,” he said. “We have a long, challenging journey ahead of us, but we are heading in the right direction and the progress we are making is irreversible.”
“It is a testament to the will of our leadership, HH Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE and Ruler of Abu Dhabi, and HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, under their guidance Masdar will provide a comprehensive solution to the world’s energy challenges and maintain Abu Dhabi’s position as a leading supplier of energy to the world,” he added.
Masdar is host of the World Future Energy Summit, which commenced today and attracted more than 15,000 delegates, 300 exhibitors and 20 government delegations to discuss the global response to future energy challenges.
About Masdar
The Masdar Initiative is Abu Dhabi’s multi-faceted future energy initiative advancing the development, commercialization and deployment of renewable and alternative energy technologies and solutions. Masdar is driven by the Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company (ADFEC), and is wholly owned by Mubadala Development Company. For more information about the Masdar Initiative, please visit www.masdaruae.com.
High-resolution video and images of Masdar City and the 2009 World Future Energy Summit are available at http://www.thenewsmarket.com/masdar
Additional and images are available at http://www.flickr.com/photos/masdar
ADOPTION OF RENEWABLE ENERGY
Masdar sees opportunities to advance renewable energy solutions in global markets
Abu Dhabi, January 19, 2009 — Masdar chief executive Dr. Sultan Al Jaber announced today that Masdar, a multi-faceted future energy initiative wholly owned by the Mubadala Development Company, is well-positioned to capitalize on the “undeniable momentum and long term viability” of renewable energy technology in his keynote speech at the World Future Energy Summit in Abu Dhabi.
Dr. Al Jaber acknowledged the recent global economic downturn in his opening ceremony address, but said that the renewable energy sector continues to grow and pointed to recent global commitments that call for increasing investment and deployment of renewable energy technologies.
The Government of Abu Dhabi has indicated its own commitment to the adoption of renewable energy, and will soon publish a comprehensive energy policy that includes a pledge that by 2020, renewable energy sources will account for at least 7 percent of the Emirate’s total power generation capacity. Masdar estimates this commitment will create a renewable energy market valued at US$6-8 billion in the Emirate, creating business opportunities for local and international companies.
“Masdar will be at the forefront of the research, development and deployment of solutions that will enable governments around the world, including our own, to meet the targets they are setting for the adoption of renewable energy,” said Dr. Al Jaber, speaking at the summit.
In the past 12 months, Masdar has made significant advancements across the full spectrum of renewable energy solutions to help build a renewable energy sector in Abu Dhabi and to accelerate the deployment of clean technologies globally.
· Breaking ground on the development of Masdar City – the world’s first carbon-neutral city
· Building a solar manufacturing plant in Germany, creating green-jobs and technical know-how to transfer to Abu Dhabi
· Enrolling a pre-class of students at the Masdar Institute – the world’s first graduate institution dedicated to future energy solutions
· Investing in leading renewable technologies, forming joint ventures, and R&D partnerships to apply scale and capital to accelerate technology deployment and commercialization
In addition, international evidence of the widespread adoption of renewable energy includes recent commitments by the Governments of Australia and the United States to make significant investments in renewable energy technologies, a commitment by the European Parliament to reduce carbon emissions by 20 percent by 2020, and international efforts led by the Governments of Germany, Denmark and Spain to establish an International Renewable Energy Agency, dedicated to the widespread adoption of renewable energy on a global scale.
“Looking at recent local and international commitments, it is our view that the world has reached a tipping point in the acceptance of renewable energy,” he said. “We have a long, challenging journey ahead of us, but we are heading in the right direction and the progress we are making is irreversible.”
“It is a testament to the will of our leadership, HH Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE and Ruler of Abu Dhabi, and HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, under their guidance Masdar will provide a comprehensive solution to the world’s energy challenges and maintain Abu Dhabi’s position as a leading supplier of energy to the world,” he added.
Masdar is host of the World Future Energy Summit, which commenced today and attracted more than 15,000 delegates, 300 exhibitors and 20 government delegations to discuss the global response to future energy challenges.
About Masdar
The Masdar Initiative is Abu Dhabi’s multi-faceted future energy initiative advancing the development, commercialization and deployment of renewable and alternative energy technologies and solutions. Masdar is driven by the Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company (ADFEC), and is wholly owned by Mubadala Development Company. For more information about the Masdar Initiative, please visit www.masdaruae.com.
High-resolution video and images of Masdar City and the 2009 World Future Energy Summit are available at http://www.thenewsmarket.com/masdar
Additional and images are available at http://www.flickr.com/photos/masdar
Sunday, January 18, 2009
Friday, January 16, 2009
World Future Energy Summit returns to expanded ADNEC
World Future Energy Summit returns to expanded ADNEC
The World Future Energy Summit (WFES) 2009, held under the patronage of His Highness General Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, will build on its highly successful debut in 2008 to once again discuss and debate critical global energy issues, from 19 – 21 January, at the Middle East’s premier exhibition and conference venue, the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC).
Since last year’s event, ADNEC has doubled in size to become the Gulf’s largest exhibition and conference centre. The venue’s recent developments will help to provide a perfect platform for the 15,000 industry professionals, 200 exhibiting companies and host of international dignitaries attending the second WFES to showcase various energy solutions and investment opportunities.
“The return of World Future Energy has been eagerly anticipated for many months. Last year’s event was groundbreaking as was duly recognised around the world, receiving a number of highly prestigious event industry awards. WFES organisers Turret Middle East, on behalf of Reed Exhibitions, have once again provided a line up of delegates and exhibiting companies of which they can be proud of and it is these delegates and companies which will ensure that the eyes of the world are once again on Abu Dhabi,” said Simon Horgan, Group CEO, Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company.
The World Future Energy Summit is the world’s premier annual international gathering for policy decision making, direction setting and technological exhibitions and investments in the realm of energy. The WFES conference will cover a wide range of themes, including green buildings, solar, wind, biofuels, ocean power, carbon management, waste to energy, clean transport, fuel cells, geothermal, and environmental strategy.
The World Future Energy Summit (WFES) 2009, held under the patronage of His Highness General Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, will build on its highly successful debut in 2008 to once again discuss and debate critical global energy issues, from 19 – 21 January, at the Middle East’s premier exhibition and conference venue, the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC).
Since last year’s event, ADNEC has doubled in size to become the Gulf’s largest exhibition and conference centre. The venue’s recent developments will help to provide a perfect platform for the 15,000 industry professionals, 200 exhibiting companies and host of international dignitaries attending the second WFES to showcase various energy solutions and investment opportunities.
“The return of World Future Energy has been eagerly anticipated for many months. Last year’s event was groundbreaking as was duly recognised around the world, receiving a number of highly prestigious event industry awards. WFES organisers Turret Middle East, on behalf of Reed Exhibitions, have once again provided a line up of delegates and exhibiting companies of which they can be proud of and it is these delegates and companies which will ensure that the eyes of the world are once again on Abu Dhabi,” said Simon Horgan, Group CEO, Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company.
The World Future Energy Summit is the world’s premier annual international gathering for policy decision making, direction setting and technological exhibitions and investments in the realm of energy. The WFES conference will cover a wide range of themes, including green buildings, solar, wind, biofuels, ocean power, carbon management, waste to energy, clean transport, fuel cells, geothermal, and environmental strategy.
Thursday, January 15, 2009
PAL Group strides towards World Future Energy Summit 2009
PAL Group strides towards World Future Energy Summit 2009
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, Tuesday January 15 2009: PAL Group of Companies, a multi-disciplinary Abu-Dhabi based enterprise, announced today, their participation at the World Future Energy Summit. Four of their subsidiaries (General LED, District Cooling, PAL Robotics and Reem Green Building), will be showcasing their latest developments at the Summit. The prototype for the development of one of the most sophisticated humanoid service robots in the world, along with cooling systems that will vastly reduce electricity demand, are among the many exhibits the PAL Group will be presenting at the Summit.
The World Future Energy Summit is considered one of the largest meetings of influential figures within the renewable energy sector, making PAL Group’s participation an essential component of its annual promotional activities.. With over 15,000 attendants expected, the Summit will provide PAL Group with the opportunity to present their world-class products and services to a large number of industry professionals.
General LED, headquartered in California, USA, will be exhibiting energy saving LED lighting applications and solutions to the Summit. Their innovative products also provide superior light quality and contain no hazardous materials, all at a lower cost.
District Cooling, established under PAL Technology in 2006, will highlight their BOO (Build, Operate, and Own) business model for the construction and operation of district cooling plants. The benefits of PAL’s District Cooling plants extend not only to the end user, but both developers and utility companies alike. The energy conservation attributes of District Cooling reduce electricity consumption which also lead to a reduction in carbon dioxide levels.
PAL Robotics will showcase their much anticipated Reem B, a prototype for the development of one of the most sophisticated robots in the world. Weighing around 60 kilograms, Reem B is a self-contained service robot that is able to communicate with humans and perform a number of unique and sophisticated tasks, such as conversing, walking dynamically, accepting voice commands, and facial recognition.. Reem B is also equipped with infrared lasers on its feet allowing it to map its surrounds in order locate and navigate autonomously.. In addition, Reem B can carry up to 25% of its weight, making it the world’s strongest humanoid robot. “We always wanted to create a truly useful robot to assist humans with sophisticated tasks, and Reem B is aligned with this vision”, said Syed Basar Shueb, Managing Director at PAL Robotics.
Reem Green Building (RGB) is one of the recent additions to the PAL Group family. RGB’s environmentally friendly building systems result in fast and affordable housing. RGB’s cost saving solution has outstanding insulating attributes, providing warmth in the winter and coolness in the summer seasons, and importantly reducing energy usage. Reem Green Building is currently developing housing projects in the Middle East and South America, with expansion to Africa and North America to follow.
PAL Group will be showcasing their various developments at the World Future Energy Summit from 19-21 January at ADNEC, stand number 8_8280.
About PAL Group of Companies:
Established in the late 1990s, PAL Group of Companies is an Abu Dhabi based multi-disciplinary enterprise. Its mission is to excel as a global player, maximizing customer satisfaction by offering innovative and competitive solutions that combine technology, products, services and its teams’ talent worldwide. Over the years, PAL Group consolidated a number of freestanding and independent companies and projects, bringing them under one umbrella. The enterprise comprises various subsidiaries including, PAL Technologies, PACE, Tasfeer Contracting, Royal Falcon Mining, Al Jaraf Logistics, Hydra Trading, PAL Robotics, and Infinity TV. There are also various in-house business segments which are leading business solution providers in their respective sectors. PAL Group of Companies is part of the Royal Group, a conglomerate of 60 large and medium sized companies based in the United Arab Emirates. For more information on PAL Group of Companies, visit www.palgroup.com
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