Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) is set to ignite a new era of global transformation as it welcomes Global South Utilities (GSU), a Resources Investment company, as its Headline Partner for 2026.
This landmark collaboration unites two visionary forces at the forefront of sustainable development, amplifying ADSW’s mission to accelerate economic, social, and environmental progress on a worldwide scale.
The partnership was formalised with the agreement signed at Masdar’s office by Mohamed Jameel Al Ramahi, Chief Executive Officer of Masdar, and Mohammed AlDhaheri, Chairman of GSU, and Vice Chairman and Managing Director of Resources Investment.
A key pillar of the collaboration is the Global South Utilities Forum, to be held on January 14, 2026, during ADSW, convening policymakers, developers, financiers, and off-takers from the Global South and the UAE.
The strategic-level forum will advance discussions on investment, innovation, and the deployment of sustainable power and water solutions across Africa, Asia, and Latin America.
ADSW 2026 will take place from January 11 to 15, 2026 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC), convening over 50,000 participants from more than 170 countries.
Under the theme “The Nexus of Next: All Systems Go,” ADSW 2026 will spotlight the convergence of clean energy, artificial intelligence, climate finance, and inclusive growth, driving exponential impact and systemic change.
Welcoming GSU as a Headline Partner strengthens ADSW’s role as a catalyst for practical sustainability measures. Together, we will advance partnerships that scale clean energy, enable inclusive growth across emerging markets, and turn vision into tangible results.
This partnership with Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week is where vision becomes movement. ADSW has long been a stage where ideas turn into commitments, and commitments into change.
For GSU, joining this platform is not only about showcasing projects; it is about standing beside a global community that believes sustainability must be shared, practical, and inclusive, reaching every corner of the Global South.
ADSW is hosted by Masdar and brings together heads of state, business leaders, innovators, and sustainability champions from every continent to accelerate economic, social, and environmental progress in line with the UAE’s long-term sustainability vision and Net Zero 2050 objectives.
GSU has publicly committed to advancing net zero utility infrastructure across the Global South, in alignment with the UAE’s Net Zero by 2050 strategic initiative.
In recent years, GSU has implemented advanced digital systems to monitor, report, and optimize utility operations, enhancing transparency and resilience in underserved regions.
Through investments in renewable energy projects, expected to displace approximately 2 million tons of CO₂ annually, and the integration of cutting-edge infrastructure, GSU is positioned at the forefront of the UAE’s drive for inclusive, low-carbon growth.
By empowering communities and fostering cross-sector partnerships, GSU is helping to shape a greener, more resilient future in the global south markets.
As the first major event in the global sustainability calendar, ADSW 2026 will kick off with the annual IRENA Assembly, followed by the Opening Ceremony and the Zayed Sustainability Prize Awards.
The ADSW Summit and Dialogues will bring together global leaders for impactful discussions, fostering collaboration, unlocking investment opportunities, and enabling cutting-edge partnerships.