Abu Dhabi is strengthening the link between food security and clean energy through a new partnership aimed at transforming how agriculture uses water and power.

The Abu Dhabi Department of Energy (DoE) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Silal, the emirate’s leading agri-food and technology company, to advance sustainable energy and water management across the agricultural sector. The agreement supports Abu Dhabi’s long-term vision for a more resource-efficient and resilient food system.

The MoU was signed by His Excellency Eng. Ahmed Mohammed Al Rumaithi, Undersecretary of the Abu Dhabi Department of Energy, and His Excellency Dhafer Rashed Al Qasimi, Group Chief Executive Officer of Silal Group, during Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2026.

The collaboration is rooted in the food–water–energy nexus, an integrated approach that recognizes the interdependence of critical resources. His Excellency Eng. Ahmed Al Falasi, Executive Director of the Energy Efficiency Sector at the Department of Energy, said the partnership reflects Abu Dhabi’s broader sustainability strategy.

“This partnership with Silal reflects Abu Dhabi’s holistic approach to sustainability, one that connects energy, water, and food systems to deliver long-term resilience and value to our communities. By integrating clean technologies and smart solutions into agriculture, we are advancing the Emirate’s leadership in resource efficiency and ensuring that our food systems are resilient for the future.”

The partnership will focus on deploying smart irrigation systems, renewable energy solutions, AI-driven water management, and low-energy desalination to improve productivity while reducing resource consumption. These initiatives are expected to support Abu Dhabi’s Clean Energy Targets 2035 and the UAE’s Net Zero 2050 goals.

Dr. Shamal Mohammed, Chief Executive Officer of Silal Innovation Oasis, emphasized the role of innovation and policy alignment in scaling impact.

“Our partnership with Abu Dhabi’s Department of Energy advances the Food, Water, and Energy Nexus by enhancing water and energy efficiency through smart irrigation and data-driven management, accelerating innovation in clean energy and AgriTech solutions, including solar power, low-energy desalination, and AI optimization and strengthening policy alignment and institutional collaboration to deliver scalable, sustainable impact for Abu Dhabi’s agricultural sector.”

Through pilot projects, data platforms, and knowledge exchange, the MoU reinforces Abu Dhabi’s commitment to sustainable growth and climate resilience.