World Future Energy Summit

the presence of UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Abu Dhabi Crown Prince and Deputy Supreme Commander Armed Forces General Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan inaugurated today “Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2013”, “World Future Energy Summit” (WFES), International Water Summit (IWS), Abu Dhabi International Renewable Energy Conference (Adirec), all hosted by Abu Dhabi's Masdar.
The events are held at Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre between 15 and 17 January.



More than 30,000 people from 150 countries including world leaders, government ministers, official delegations C-level business executives, academics, scientists, engineers, developers, global companies and entrepreneurs converged to discuss, debate and display the latest thinking in renewable and cleantech energy.

In his opening Speech, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed underlined that UAE’s efforts in the field of renewable energy and sustainable development stems from the wise heritage of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan.

He said that the UAE has provided the world with energy since half a century ago and is committed to its responsibilities as an effective member of the international community, adding:” We are working to ensure energy, water and food security to achieve sustainable development and provide decent life for present and future generations.”