Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA), the largest industrial organisation in the United Arab Emirates outside the oil and gas sector, has officially inaugurated the nation’s largest aluminium recycling plant.

Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA), the largest industrial organisation in the United Arab Emirates outside the oil and gas sector, has officially inaugurated the nation’s largest aluminium recycling plant.

Located in Al Taweelah, this facility represents a vital milestone in EGA’s strategic expansion into low-carbon aluminium production and serves as a boost for the development of the UAE’s circular economy.

The inauguration ceremony welcomed dignitaries including Her Excellency Dr. Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, Minister of Climate Change and Environment, alongside Her Excellency Dr. Shaikha Salem Al Dhaheri, Secretary General of the Environment Agency - Abu Dhabi (EAD). Also in attendance were EGA’s Chairman Homaid Al Shimmari, Vice Chairman His Excellency Saeed Al Tayer, and various members of EGA’s Board and senior management.

During the event, Her Excellency Dr. Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak emphasised the broader implications:

“Recycling is the cornerstone of the UAE’s Circular Economy Policy which aims to transform the nation into a global hub for green development by shifting from linear to circular production and consumption, enhancing resource efficiency, and minimising waste. Aluminium represents one of our greatest opportunities to drive this transition from linear to circular model of production. It is infinitely recyclable, protecting our ecosystems while fuelling a sustainable, low-carbon economy. Recycling aluminium waste requires up to 95 per cent less energy compared to producing new primary aluminium from raw ore, saving significant energy and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.”

She further added:

“Emirates Global Aluminium has been a pioneer of our nation’s industry for decades, and today, they are leading the charge as our national champion in aluminium recycling. I congratulate EGA on the strategic growth of its recycling business both here in the UAE and globally, proving that industrial leadership and climate action go hand in hand.”

Capacity and Production Details

The Al Taweelah plant has a production capacity of 185,000 tonnes per year. It processes post-consumer and some pre-consumer aluminium scrap, transforming it into low-carbon premium aluminium billets and T-bars, marketed as RevivAL. EGA also blends recycled metal with primary aluminium produced using solar power, marketed as CelestiAL-R, and with nuclear power, sold as MinimAL-R.

Historically, the majority of aluminium scrap generated within the UAE has been exported for processing outside the country. The Al Taweelah facility rectifies this by offering local capacity, positioning EGA as the largest consumer of aluminium scrap in the UAE.

Construction and Operational Timeline

Constructing the plant required four million hours of work, completed with zero injuries requiring time off. The project utilised more than 26,300 cubic metres of concrete—exceeding the volume of ten Olympic-size swimming pools—and over 4,600 metric tonnes of structural steel, equivalent to two-thirds of the iron weight of the Eiffel Tower.

Initial production commenced in February. However, final commissioning was paused following an Iranian attack on Khalifa Economic Zone Abu Dhabi on 28 March. Commissioning resumed during April, and recycled cast metal production recommenced in early May. The ramp-up to full production will take up to six months, dependent on scrap availability.

Abdulnasser Bin Kalban, Chief Executive Officer of Emirates Global Aluminium, stated:

“The inauguration of Al Taweelah recycling plant is a major milestone in EGA’s development of a global aluminium recycling business. This new plant turns aluminium waste generated in the UAE and elsewhere into new aluminium that makes modern life possible around the world. With this project, we have added a new industrial activity to EGA’s operations in the UAE, in line with Make it in the Emirates and the UAE’s Operation 300bn industrial growth strategy.”

Global Expansion

The plant is part of EGA’s global ambitions. Including a planned acquisition of an 80 per cent stake in Italian company Eco Green, EGA’s total recycling capacity exceeds 400,000 tonnes per year across the UAE, Europe, and the United States, with an additional 200,000 tonnes under development.

This follows acquisitions in Germany and the United States in 2024. EGA Leichtmetall in Germany is expanding more than six-fold, adding a second plant near Hannover with 150,000 tonnes of capacity, expected during 2028. In Minnesota, EGA Spectro Alloys completed a 65,000 tonnes expansion in 2025 and is developing a second phase to add a further 35,000 tonnes by 2027.

Beam Global participated alongside Platinum Group UAE at this annual business gathering. The expansive event attracted over 122,500 visitors and was hosted by the UAE Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology.

The transition towards sustainable urban development is accelerating across the Middle East.

San Diego-based Beam Global recently exhibited at the highly anticipated Make it in the Emirates (MIITE) 2026 event on 7 May to showcase its innovative, 'off-grid' EV charging solutions and connect with key regional decision-makers.

Showcasing Innovation at the Make it in the Emirates 2026 Exhibition

Beam Global participated alongside Platinum Group UAE at this annual business gathering. The expansive event attracted over 122,500 visitors and was hosted by the UAE Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology. The ADNEC Group, in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture, the Abu Dhabi Investment Office, and the ADNOC Group, organised this massive exhibition.

At the event, Beam Middle East presented a comprehensive portfolio of 'off-grid' EV charging solutions in Abu Dhabi. These advanced products are designed for rapid deployment, completely removing the need for traditional construction or complex grid connections.

Rapid Deployment of Resilient Energy Infrastructure

The company's innovative solutions deliver reliable, independent energy where traditional power grid access is limited or highly vulnerable. Key advantages of these systems include:

• Delivering clean power without the need for construction or grid connection.
• Providing rapid deployment capabilities that save significant time.
• Ensuring reliable power delivery when grids are constrained or vulnerable.
• Supporting sustainable city development through innovative energy infrastructure.

Exhibited products included a dedicated BeamBike installation located conveniently at the Marina Parking at ADNEC. This installation provided a firsthand look at these clean technologies.

Empowering Autonomous Vehicle Charging Technology

The MIITE event provided Beam Global with direct access to crucial investors across various sectors, including government, defence, and transportation. This strategic engagement directly supported the company's regional growth strategy and ongoing expansion across the Middle East.

Desmond Wheatley, chief executive officer of Beam Global, emphasised the immense importance of this exhibition. “MIITE is a gathering of all the most influential decision makers in the UAE,” he stated. “We are demonstrating Beam Middle East's portfolio of products to members of the royal family, senior government officials, autonomous vehicle operators, and other prospective customers."

He noted that the impressive scale of the event clearly demonstrated that the UAE is open for business. Wheatley added: "We are getting the attention that we deserve – the sort of attention that I believe will lead to material orders as we continue to grow our presence in this very vibrant market."

Regional Growth and Strategic Leadership

This strategic push aligns with broader ongoing regional ambitions. Abu Dhabi intends to lead the world in autonomous transportation, matching Beam Global's recently announced patented wireless and autonomous vehicle charging technology. Furthermore, the Gulf region plans to spend US$1 trillion on sustainable infrastructure over the coming decade. Management strongly believes its products are ideally suited to capture a lucrative portion of this investment.

During the event, Wheatley was joined by Ivan Tlacinac, managing director for Beam Europe, and Uros Toskovic, sales lead for Beam Middle East. Notable highlights included a meeting with Her Excellency Alia Bint Abdulla Al Mazrouei, Minister of State for Entrepreneurship. Wheatley also addressed audiences during a panel discussion and described the BeamPatrol product to senior officers from the Dubai police.

Beam Global continues to develop, patent, design, and manufacture unique technology solutions that power modern transportation and enable robust 'smart city' services. The company’s wider product range encompasses the Beam EV ARC, BeamBike, BeamSpot, BeamWell, BeamPatrol, Beam AllCell custom batteries, and the ARC Mobility trailer. Listed on Nasdaq under the symbol BEEM, the innovator operates globally with headquarters in California and additional facilities spanning Illinois, Serbia, and the UAE. Professionals looking to understand these innovations can learn more about Beam Global's sustainable infrastructure.

This ambitious pilot farm will feature a concentrated cluster of six highly advanced wind turbine generators.

Omani state-backed integrated clean energy platform, O-Green, is advancing a pilot wind farm in the Duqm Special Economic Zone (SEZ). Formally named the Duqm North and South Wind Project (DNSWP), the development will feature a cluster of six wind turbine generators with a total installed capacity of 58 MW

Founded recently in 2025 as a strategic partnership between OQ Alternative Energy—a subsidiary of the OQ Group—and the state-owned enterprise Naqaa Sustainable Energy, O-Green is rapidly establishing itself as a regional powerhouse. The company is currently advancing a landmark initiative situated within the Duqm Special Economic Zone (SEZ), formally titled the Duqm North and South Wind Project (DNSWP).

This ambitious pilot farm will feature a concentrated cluster of six highly advanced wind turbine generators, ultimately delivering a total installed capacity of 58 megawatts (MW). What makes this development particularly noteworthy is the sheer scale of the hardware; each individual turbine will boast a capacity of 9.6 MW, officially making them the largest individual turbines of their specific kind currently deployed anywhere in the Middle East. Strategically planned for deployment across two distinct sites within the SEZ, the DNSWP is projected to generate an impressive 190 gigawatt-hours of electricity on an annual basis.

Crucially, the power generated by these massive turbines has a dedicated and innovative purpose. The 190 gigawatt-hours of clean electricity will directly contribute to the decarbonisation of a brand-new wind turbine manufacturing plant, which O-Green is also currently developing within the Duqm area. This manufacturing facility represents a first-of-its-kind endeavour in the Sultanate. Currently in the early stages of its development, Phase 1 of this facility will specifically focus on producing multi-megawatt-class turbines. To achieve this, O-Green is utilising cutting-edge technology licensed from Shanghai Electric Group, widely recognised as a major player in China's burgeoning clean energy equipment manufacturing sector.

Beyond the Duqm pilot, O-Green is aggressively expanding its domestic portfolio. A standout initiative currently under implementation is a monumental 2.7 GW round-the-clock renewable energy mega-project, which seamlessly integrates solar, wind, and battery energy storage systems across Duqm and Mahout. Securing the commercial viability of this massive undertaking, O-Green recently signed a long-term Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with the Nama Power and Water Procurement Company (PWP), the sole buyer of power and water in Oman. Furthermore, O-Green has partnered strategically with the Public Establishment for Industrial Estates (Madayn) to implement a 93 MW solar power plant in Suhar Industrial City. Slated to commence commercial operations this September, it will supply vital clean energy to more than 200 industrial facilities.

O-Green's vision is not confined to the Arabian Peninsula. On the African continent, a bilateral partnership with the Botswana Power Corporation is driving the development of a 500 MW solar photovoltaic (PV) plant in Maun. This project serves as a foundational step in a broader cooperative initiative targeting up to 3,000 MW of combined capacity in the future. Concurrently, O-Green is targeting the future of digital infrastructure, focusing on the creation of AI-enabled, cloud, and hyperscale data centres in both Oman and Europe, all powered by dependable and competitively priced renewable energy.

These diverse projects are all integral components of O-Green’s expansive global portfolio, which aims to exceed 11 GW of solar and wind generation capacity, alongside 4.5 gigawatt-hours of battery energy storage. With more than 3.3 GW of generation and 2.4 gigawatt-hours of storage already successfully secured, the company is demonstrating a formidable commitment to the global energy transition.

Around US$2 trillion is set to be invested in clean technologies in 2024, according to the IEA report. (Image source: Adobe Stock)

Global investment in clean energy is set to be almost double the amount going to fossil fuels in 2024, boosted by improving supply chains and lower clean technology costs, according to the IEA’s newly-released World Energy Investment 2024 Report

Total energy investment worldwide is expected to exceed US$3trillion in 2024, with around US$2 trillion set to be invested in clean technologies, according to the report. Solar PV is spearheading the transformation of the power sector, with more money is now going into solar PV than all other electricity generation technologies combined. In 2024, investment in solar PV is set to grow to US$500bn, boosted by the fall in module prices.

China is set to account for the largest share of clean energy investment in 2024, reaching an estimated US$675bn, followed by Europe and the USA, with clean energy investment of US$370bn and US$315bn respectively. The new report highlights however the low level of clean energy spending in emerging and developing economies (outside China), with the high cost of capital being a key constraint.

Grids and electricity storage have also been a significant constraint on clean energy transitions. But spending on grids is rising, largely due to new policy initiatives and funding in Europe, the USA, China and some countries in Latin America. Investments in battery storage are also on the up, but again largely concentrated in advanced economies and China.

“Clean energy investment is setting new records even in challenging economic conditions, highlighting the momentum behind the new global energy economy. For every dollar going to fossil fuels today, almost two dollars are invested in clean energy,” said IEA executive director Fatih Birol.

“More must be done to ensure that investment reaches the places where it is needed most, in particular the developing economies where access to affordable, sustainable and secure energy is severely lacking today.”

Clean energy investment on the rise in the Middle East

Clean energy investment in the Middle East is rising, but it remains dominated by the region’s traditional role as a supplier of oil and gas, the report notes. Energy investment in the Middle East is expected to reach approximately US$175bn in 2024, with fossil fuels predominating and clean energy accounting for around 15% of the total investment.

“The region’s power sector holds a distinct opportunity for increasing investment in clean energy technologies, notably for solar PV,” the report comments. “Harnessing these resources could substantially decrease reliance on both oil and gas in the power sector. Saudi Arabia, for example, is targeting 130 GW of renewable capacity by 2030, up from less than 5 GW today. Projects including the large Al Shuaibah solar plant in Saudi Arabia and the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum solar park in UAE are underway. Various countries have also announced blue and green hydrogen investments, as well as intensifying investments in critical minerals.”