A high-level delegation from the Abu Dhabi Department of Energy (DoE), led by His Excellency Dr Abdulla Humaid Al Jarwan, Chairman of the DoE, visited the United States to enhance global cooperation and explore innovation-driven opportunities in the energy and water sectors.
The mission reflects Abu Dhabi’s commitment to building sustainable, future-ready systems by adopting international best practices, leveraging advanced technologies, and forging strategic global partnerships.
The delegation’s visit focused on transforming Abu Dhabi’s energy and water landscape through knowledge exchange with leading US organisations. Discussions highlighted collaboration in:
Artificial intelligence and energy storage
Water desalination and sustainable agriculture
Smart grids and renewable energy legislation
Advanced infrastructure and digital integration
A key highlight was the presentation of AD.WE, the DoE’s AI-driven control centre platform, developed with AIQ and Presight. The system leverages predictive analytics to optimise energy and water resource management.
The delegation travelled across California, Texas, Michigan, Massachusetts, and New York, holding high-level meetings with US government officials, research institutions, technology companies, and investors.
Key topics included:
Joint development of advanced water and energy innovation hubs
Research in energy storage and advanced materials
Smart water infrastructure management
Sustainable project financing and clean technology initiatives
On the sidelines of the visit, the DoE signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Goldman Sachs International—the first of its kind between a government entity in Abu Dhabi and the global financial institution.
The agreement aims to:
Attract foreign direct investment (FDI)
Enable public-private partnerships
Deploy advanced treatment technologies
Strengthen the resilience of water networks
Explore asset monetisation strategies
Commenting on the MoU, H.E. Dr Al Jarwan said:
“Water security is a central pillar of Abu Dhabi’s broader energy transition. This partnership reflects our commitment to developing flexible, efficient, and future-ready water systems in line with the UAE Water Security Strategy 2036.”
The cooperation frameworks and pilot projects established during the visit align with Abu Dhabi’s strategic objectives, including:
Increasing private sector participation
Attracting up to AED 400 billion in foreign investment by 2050
Scaling next-generation desalination technologies powered by clean energy
Reducing network losses and fostering conservation
The delegation also announced plans to collaborate with the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development and the Abu Dhabi Investment Office to establish a business development platform for global partnerships.
His Excellency Dr Al Jarwan emphasised that such missions serve as a catalyst for knowledge exchange and impactful partnerships. The DoE aims to translate the outcomes into tangible actions through joint projects, research initiatives, and cooperation agreements, reinforcing Abu Dhabi’s position as a regional hub for sustainable utilities and innovation.