UAE fuels the future with partnership for biofuel advancement

The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MOEI) of the UAE has partnered with Lootah Biofuels, a leader in the circular economy, focusing on converting used cooking oil into biofuel.

 The collaboration formalised through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), aims to accelerate the adoption and development of biofuels across the UAE.

The MoU was signed at the Lootah Biofuels facility in Dubai Industrial City by H.E. Sharif Salim Al-Olama, Undersecretary for Energy and Petroleum Affairs at MOEI, and Yousif bin Saeed Lootah, founder and CEO of Lootah Biofuels.

The agreement marks a significant step towards leveraging biofuels as a sustainable and alternative energy source, showcasing both parties’ commitment to environmental sustainability and innovation.

Key areas of cooperation under this MoU include:

• Joint Research & Development: Undertaking collaborative research to explore and enhance the biofuels market in the UAE.; Knowledge Sharing & Expertise Exchange: Facilitating workshops, seminars, and sessions to disseminate knowledge and technical know-how among industry stakeholders.; Data Exchange for Informed Policy-making: Sharing critical information on biofuel production and distribution to aid policy decisions and track advancements towards the UAE’s clean energy goals.

Central to the partnership is raising public awareness about the benefits of biofuels, thereby contributing to the UAE’s energy security and achieving environmental sustainability goals.

The initiative reflects a deeper engagement with the community, aiming to inform and encourage the adoption of biofuels as a greener energy solution.

H.E. Sharif Salim Al-Olama and Yousif bin Saeed Lootah expressed their enthusiasm for this partnership, highlighting its significance in promoting sustainable energy solutions and supporting the UAE’s Net-Zero 2050 ambition.

At the MoU signing, His Excellency said, “I would like to appreciate the efforts being made by Lootah Biofuels to promote the use of biofuels and to raise public awareness. We are excited to collaborate with Lootah Biofuels to continue advocating for adopting sustainable solutions while driving our climate commitments.”

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Through this MoU, Lootah Biofuels and MOEI are setting a precedent in advancing biofuels, reinforcing the UAE’s commitment to achieving its clean energy and Net-Zero 2050 goals. This partnership not only emphasises the importance of innovation in energy resources but also highlights the UAE’s role as a leader in sustainable energy on the global stage.