UAE renewable energy capacity grows 63-fold in a decade

The UAE has expanded its renewable energy capacity more than 63-fold over the past decade, from 129 megawatts in 2015 to more than 8.2 gigawatts in 2025.

Sharif Al Olama, undersecretary for Energy and Petroleum Affairs at the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, attributed the growth to efforts across the energy sector. These include expanding clean power, developing the national electricity system, strengthening links between grids and using modern technologies and data to manage the network.

Clean energy accounted for 32.4% of electricity generation in 2025. The UAE aims to raise that share to 35% by 2031. Installed clean-energy capacity reached 13,805 megawatts across nuclear power, solar photovoltaic, concentrated solar power, wind energy and waste-to-energy projects.

The country generated 192,735 gigawatt-hours of electricity in 2025, compared with consumption of 174,524 gigawatt-hours. The ministry said it was working with federal and local authorities, national companies and private-sector partners to develop the electricity market and improve grid readiness.

The Emirates Monitoring Centre now provides real-time monitoring of the integrated power network by linking the country’s four electricity utilities. A renewable-energy management study developed with Siemens supports monitoring and coordination. Other initiatives include recycling batteries from electric and hybrid vehicles, promoting green industry, improving resource efficiency and expanding electric transport.

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The progress reflects a clear national vision aimed at building a secure and sustainable energy system capable of meeting future demand.