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Leading the Debate on Future Energy and Sustainability

Abu Dhabi - The meeting place for world leaders

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Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) is the ground-breaking global forum that unites thought leaders, policy makers and

investors to address the challenges of renewable energy and sustainable development. With the global population set to reach

nine billion by 2030, ADSW promotes collaborative thinking and development to accelerate the sustainable solutions needed

to support rapid economic and population growth. An Abu Dhabi government initiative, ADSW is the largest gathering on

sustainability in the Middle East and a significant forum in stimulating the international dialogue and action.

With a mandate from countries around the world, IRENA aims to encourage governments to adopt enabling policies for renewable energy investments and provides practical tools and policy advice to accelerate renewable energy deployment with a goal to provide clean, sustainable energy for the world’s growing population.

Key Events

The International Water Summit (IWS) is a unique global platform for promoting water sustainability in arid regions. The UAE provides a strong example of the interconnection of energy and water in water-scarce regions.

The World Future Energy Summit is the world’s foremost event dedicated to renewable energies, energy efficiency and clean technologies.

Hosted by Masdar and held in partnership with Tadweer, EcoWASTE is an exhibition that aims to become the international leading specialised event for sustainable waste management and recycling.

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The Festival at Masdar City is a two-day program that engages in a multitude of activities and surprises. Aiming to spread awareness and educate the public about sustainability and clean energy.

The Zayed Future Energy Prize represents the vision of the Late Founding Father and President of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan al Nahyan, who championed environmental stewardship. This annual award celebrates achievements that reflect impact, innovation, long-term vision and leadership in renewable energy and sustainability.

The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) is mandated as the global hub for renewable energy cooperation and

information exchange by 138 Members from 137 States and the European Union. Roughly 33 additional countries are in the ac-

cession process and actively engaged. IRENA supports countries in their transition to a sustainable energy future, and serves as

the principal platform for international cooperation, a centre of excellence, and a repository of policy, technology, resource and

financial knowledge on renewable energy.

The Agency promotes the widespread adoption and sustainable use of all forms of renewable energy, including bioenergy, geo-

thermal, hydropower, ocean, solar and wind energy in the pursuit of sustainable development, energy access, energy security and

low-carbon economic growth and prosperity.

The Zayed Future Energy Prize represents the vision of the Late Founding Father and President of the United Arab Emirates,

Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan al Nahyan, who championed environmental stewardship. On January 19, 2015, the 7th annual Zayed

Future Energy Prize Awards Ceremony will recognise nine winners in five categories, Large Corporation, Small and Medium En-

terprise, Non-Profit Organisation (NPO/NGO) and Global High Schools, with a share of US$ 4 million dollar for their outstanding

achievements in renewable energy and sustainability.

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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) Zayed Future Energy Prize

Energy is central to nearly every major challenge and opportunity the world faces today Few forces will have a profound impact on businesses and economies as the global dynamics of energy, natural resources, de-velopment, and environment. The great energy challenge of our time is to meet the demands of a growing world economy. As the world’s population surge to 9 billion by 2030, the struggle to produce 50% more food and energy and 30% more fresh water, whilst reducing greenhouse gas emissions, becomes more intense. No less urgent is the need to bring modern energy services to the 1.3 billion people who still lack access to electricity today. In response to these challenges, world leaders are taking action. Governments around the world are pledging their commit-ments to improve energy efficiency, deliver energy access and drive clean energy deployment. Transforming our energy system demands a new level of collaboration and a synchronized set of actions in the technical, economic, social, and political realms. At the centre of this transformation is the World Future Energy Summit, an annual meeting place of more than 30,000 policy-makers and business leaders from 170 countries - in the pursuit of a secure, safe and reliable source of energy to power world economic growth. Hosted by Masdar and the centrepiece of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, World Future Energy Summit cultivates a much-needed dialogue between critical stakeholders, from Heads of States, Governments, Academia and the Business and Financial communi-ties.

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World Future Energy Summit International Water Summit

Water is crucial for all life on earth. The natural resource plays an essential role in our economy and industrial growth, health, food production and environment. Global consumption of water doubles every 20 years, more than twice the rate of population growth. Water is a finite resource and in order for arid regions to keep pace with industrial growth and ensure water security and future water sustainability, the challenges must be addressed. On January 18, 2012, His Highness General Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, launched the International Water Summit as part of a far reaching sustainability vision aimed at ensuring the prosperity and welfare of mankind – not only in the United Arab Emirates, but across the world. His statement, “water is more important than oil for the UAE” was a bold and clear signal that an economy based on oil is placing water at the top of its agenda. The International Water Summit and Exhibition is a major global platform for promoting water sustainability in arid regions. As a natural extension of the UAE’s commitment to sustainability, International Water Summit is be co-located with the World Future Energy Summit “WFES”, bringing the nexus to life between mankind’s two most vital resources: water and energy.

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Hosted by Masdar and held in partnership with Tadweer, EcoWASTE is designed to cover the entire solid waste management ser-

vices and solutions required to address the dramatic increase per capita of waste production in the region and the new methods

of reusing, reducing and recycling whilst maintaining a sustainable environment, in an effort to:

· Help strengthen solid waste management efficiency

· Spread awareness among communities to improve the quality of life enjoyed and expected

· Address regulatory mandates developed with budget conscious, innovative and functional design solutions

· Highlight all the efforts, achievements and strategies of CWM as a lead agency responsible for controlling and

coordinating waste management activities throughout the Emirate of Abu Dhabi

EcoWASTE is a new international platform bringing together leading local and international technology and service providers,

local and regional buyers, and industry professionals from both the private and public sectors.

EcoWASTE

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Masdar City, the City of Possibilities

The Festival at Masdar City is a two-day program that engages UAE residents and visitors alike in a multitude of activities and surprises. Aiming to spread awareness and educate the public about sustainability and clean energy. The Festival will include a series of workshops and activities such as:· Little Inventors· Environmental Awareness· Ecosystems Exploration· Planting Flowers· Make a Windmill· Fun Eco-crafts

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SOLAR CHALLENGEU N I T E D A R A B E M I R A T E S

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Abu Dhabi Solar Challenge (ADSC) The inaugural Abu Dhabi Solar Challenge (ADSC) is a four-day cross-country road competition covering 1,200km of city and highway driving – using only solar generated power. Involving more than 20 university teams from across the globe, the race is the first of its kind to be held in the Middle East. It will culminate in a parade of participating vehicles that will arrive at the World Future Energy Summit (WFES) venue as part of the WFES opening ceremony.

While the ADSC seeks to encourage competition among engineering students, it is also aimed at providing a means to convert their knowledge into real world solutions that promote energy efficiency.

It brings together students with diverse backgrounds from six continents and enables them to compete their hand-built solar powered cars in one of the most exciting and progressive countries in the world.

The following concepts are integral to the competition:

· Educational excellence in science, engineering and mathematics;

· Creative integration of technical and scientific expertise across a wide-range of disciplines;

· Hands-on experience to develop and demonstrate technical and creative abilities;

· Understanding of marketing, business and management skills needed to execute large and complex projects;

· Renewable energy technologies (specifically electric drive based projects and photovoltaics);

· Environmental consciousness;

· Safety in all aspects of the development, testing and driving;

· Sportsmanship, friendship and co-operation

Testing the solar car on the roads of Masdar CityPetroleum Institute Solar Car Team

What’s new for ADSW 2015

Testing the solar car on the roads of Abu Dhabi Inspecting UAE Team’s Abu Dhabi Solar Challenge car

Participating Countries:

USA

Punch Solar Team VZW

Istanbul University ZHAW School of Engineering

Queensland University

of Technology

University of Bologna

Eco Solar Breizh/

Mines ParisTech/

Ayyad University

Belguim Italy

UAE

Petroleum Institute University of Michigan

Illinois State University

Principia College

Oregon State

Australia Morocco

Turkey Switzerland

Hiroshima Institute

of Technology

Tokai University

STEM Okinawa

Japan

NSIT

India

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What’s new for ADSW 2015

Solar Impulse 2 - Round the World Flight One of the most innovative and futuristic transportation vehicles under development today, Solar Impulse 2 will be on display

at the Summit, ahead of its scheduled historic March takeoff from Abu Dhabi to circumnavigate the globe using only solar

power. The airplane, which can fly five consecutive days and nights using only sunlight for fuel, is expected take 25 flying days

over a four to five-month period to return to Abu Dhabi. Masdar is an official host partner of Solar Impulse 2, whose advanced

technologies represent more than a decade of research, study, design and prototyping.

André Borschberg & Bertrand Piccard Solar Impulse 2 Plane

“It’s fitting that we’re departing from Abu Dhabi as the emirate is a true energy leader committed to realizing a cleaner tomorrow. Through initiatives like Masdar, Abu Dhabi is demonstrating a real commitment to diversifying the global energy mix with clean, reli-able renewable energy.”

Bertrand Piccard, Co-founder of Solar Impulse 2

“We have chosen Abu Dhabi as being the best and most suitable departure and return point for the round-the-world tour due to its climate, infrastructure, and commitment to clean technologies.”

André Borschberg, Co-founder of Solar Impulse 2

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PHOENIX / USA

USA EAST COAST

VARANASI / INDIA

AHMEDABAD / INDIA

MANDALAY / MYANMAR

NANJING / CHINA

HAWAII / USA MUSCAT / OMAN

EXPLORATION TO CHANGE THE WORLD

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FIRST ROUND-THE-WORLD SOLAR FLIGHTWWW.MASDAR.AE/SOLARIMPULSE

An epic in stages around the world

Challenge set to show how the pioneering spirit can achieve the impossible

Historic first in aviation, re-enacting great flying feats, but powered only by solar energy

Airplane of unlimited endurance for a flight around the world with no fuel

Adventure to inspire new generations and shape a sustainable future

Suspense and emotion at the heart of scientific adventure

Ambassador for clean technologies, showing how to save natural resources on the planet

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ADSW 2014 Highlights

Project & Finance Village

For a unique overview of some of the most innovative sustainability projects under development in the region and globally, the Project & Finance Village at WFES provides a fascinating look at what’s coming up around the world. Project owners and developers will showcase their projects, meet investors and source cutting-edge technologies.

TechTalk

To get a feel for what’s happening at the cutting edge of sustainability technology, visit TechTalk at WFES. In short 20-minute presentations, speakers from industry and academia present their latest technologies and related innovations, and discuss the latest trends and practices in sustainable energy.

With more than 900 exhibitors, hundreds of panel sessions and presentations, special exhibitions and side-events both at the exhibition site and at Masdar City, there are literally thousands of things to see and do at this year’s Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week. However, some of the ‘must see’ elements of this year’s event include the following.

Topics can include R&D, policy developments and industry-related investment opportunities. Located on the exhibition floor, TechTalk provides a setting that is conducive to sharing ideas and building business connections.

Innovate@IWS

Water-focused cleantech developers will have a dedicated platform called Innovate@IWS to pitch and display their innovations in the fields of municipal water, industrial water and water for real estate. You can visit a special exhibition at IWS showcasing the winning technologies, each of which demonstrated uniqueness, business potential and long-term vision.

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The Growth of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week

2008

The 1st World Future Energy Summit (WFES) welcomes 11,000 attendees from 84 countries

2009

The 2nd WFES takes place with 18,850 attendees from 84 countries.

The 1st Zayed Future Energy Prize (ZFEP) Awards Ceremony

Abu Dhabi is selected to host the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) Headquarters

2010

The 3rd WFES takes place

The 2nd ZFEP Awards Ceremony takes place

Launch of the Masdar Institute of Science and Technology in Abu Dhabi

Clean Energy Preparatory Meeting, an initiative of the United States Department of Energy is held in Abu Dhabi

2011

The 4th WFES takes place with 26,000 attendees from 137 countries

The 3rd ZFEP Awards Ceremony

The 1st IRENA General Assembly

Clean Energy Ministerial (CEM 2), is held during the week

Eye on Earth Summit is held during the week

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18,850

24,500

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Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week addresses a regional and global need for a common platform to address a number of critical and interrelated issues. The importance of this platform to stakeholders from around the world can be seen in the sustained growth of this week – from a single conference in 2008 to the eight-day event that is taking place this year. Some highlights of ADSW’s growth include:

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2012


The 4th ZFEP Awards Ceremony

The 2nd IRENA General Assembly

United Nation’s year of “Sustainable Energy for All” is announced during WFES

2013

Launch of the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW)



The 3rd IRENA General Assembly

The 1st International Water Summit

Abu Dhabi International Renewable Energy Conference (ADIREC) is held during ADSW

The 1st energy ministerial of the Summit of South American-Arab countries (ASPA) is held during ADSW

2014

The 2nd Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week

The 7th WFES takes place with more than 30,000 attendees and 150 countries


The 4th IRENA General Assembly

The 2nd IWS

The 1st EcoWaste Exhibition

The 1st Global Leaders’ Summit

The Sustainable Cities Conference (in association with IEEE – Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers)

The World Energy Leaders’ Summit (in association with World Energy Council)

2015

The 3rd Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week

The 5th General Assembly of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA)

The 7th Zayed Future Energy Prize Awards Ceremony

The 8th World Future Energy Summit

The 2nd Global Leaders’ Summit

The 3rd International Water Summit

The 2nd EcoWaste Exhibition

The 2nd Festival @ Masdar City

The 1st Abu Dhabi Solar Challenge Awards

Exhibit/ demonstration of Solar Impulse Airplane

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Calendar of Events

ADSW will feature the following events:

17th – 18th January 2015: The 5th General Assembly of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA)

19th January 2015:The Common Opening Ceremony of:

The 8th World Future Energy Summit (WFES)The 3rd International Water Summit (IWS)

The 7th Zayed Future Energy Prize Awards Ceremony

The Abu Dhabi Solar Challenge Awards

20th – 22nd January 2015:WFES and IWS Expert Conferences

19th – 22nd January 2015:WFES, IWS and Ecowaste Exhibitions

23rd – 24th January 2015:The Festival @ Masdar City

17th – 24th January 2015:Solar Impulse Exhibit and Demonstration

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“Our energy demands will grow by more than a third by 2035. If we don’t do something, if we tackle nothing, if we don’t make an effort, then we can rest assured that disaster will befall us.” Francois Hollande, President of the French Republic

“We are here to build a new energy future… a future that harnesses the power of technology and innovation in the service of people and the planet. Sustainable energy for all is within our reach.”

Ban Ki-Moon, Secretary-General, United Nations

“Abu Dhabi’s bold vision for sustainable energy is transforming this nation and inspiring our region. No one can predict the future, but this much is true: Energy requirements will play a vital role in determining it.” H.M. Queen Rania Al Abdullah, Queen of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan

“The partnership that we have established between the United States and Abu Dhabi around renewable energy and climate change and sustainable development that takes advantage of human capital, is one of the most important partnerships for the future that we could be pursuing.” Hillary Rodham Clinton, former Secretary of State of the United States of America

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728 press registrations

from 36 countries

Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week in Numbers*

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GLOBAL IMPACTThe Zayed Future Energy Prize touches millions of lives by advancing clean technologies, championing climate change advocacy, and putting sustainability at the heart of business, investment, and policy decisions.

• Connected 57 million people to energy through solar power• Reduced energy consumption of 50 million people• Improved the lives of over 37 million people by providing solar lanterns• Helped provide over 6 million people with affordable safe drinking water daily• Generated 190,000 MWh from renewables • Prevented 800 million tonnes of CO2 entering the atmosphere• Trained over 5,000 women as green technicians

GLOBAL REACHThe vision, drive and determination of 30 winning life time achievements, large corporations, small and medium enterprises (SMEs), non-profit organisations (NPOs/NGOs) and Global High Schools, representing 25 countries, has been realised through Zayed Future Energy Prize recognition. Today, the quality of life of over 150 million people around the world has been improved because of their collective efforts.

• Over 6 years, we awarded 30 innovators• 7th Zayed Future Energy Prize received a record 1,111 entries from 84 countries; 597 submissions and 514 nominations for lifetime achievement

SEVEN YEARS OF THE ZAYED FUTUREENERGY PRIZE IN NUMBERS

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Since 2009, our innovators have positively impactedthe lives of people150,585,000

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Masdar international and domestic projects: Clockwise from top left, Gemasolar, Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) plant in Seville, Spain. The Siemens Middle East Headquarters at Masdar City, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. London Array, offshore wind farm in the United King-

dom. Shams 1, Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) plant in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

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