Abu Dhabi Department of Energy and MBZUAI partner to advance AI solutions for energy

The Abu Dhabi Department of Energy (DoE) and Mohamed Bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on advancing the use of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) in the energy sector. 

The agreement, signed by H.E. Eng. Ahmed Mohammed Al Rumaithi, Undersecretary of the Department of Energy, and Professor Sami Haddadin, Vice President for Research at MBZUAI, reflects both parties’ commitment to harness cutting-edge technologies to drive innovation, efficiency, and sustainability across Abu Dhabi’s energy landscape.  

Under the terms of the MoU, the partnership will: 

• Investigate, develop, and commercialise market-leading AI/ML products to advance research and accelerate adoption across the energy sector.
• Support the DoE’s demand response and regulatory efforts through advanced simulation, demand modeling, and feasibility assessments.
• Develop scalable AI-enabled tools for operational decision-making across Abu Dhabi’s energy infrastructure.

H.E. Eng. Ahmed Mohammed Al Rumaithi, Undersecretary of the Department of Energy, said: “This partnership is a clear example of AI innovation in action. The integration of AI is essential to securing a secure, sustainable energy and water future for Abu Dhabi. Together with MBZUAI, we are translating advanced research and innovation into real-world applications that enhance efficiency, strengthen resilience, and accelerate our progress toward the UAE’s Net Zero 2050 target.”  

Professor Sami Haddadin, Vice President of Research and Professor of Robotics at the Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence, added: “This partnership is centred  on integrating artificial intelligence into the very fabric of our energy systems. Through our collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Department of Energy, we are taking a step toward secure, efficient, and sustainable energy solutions that serve people first. Artificial intelligence is not just an algorithm, it is an innovative tool that, when implemented in real-world systems, enables us to strike a balance between reliability with sustainability. Together, we are shaping the path toward achieving Net Zero by 2050 and striving to develop innovative technologies in Abu Dhabi that inspire and create a positive global impact.” 

The signing of this MoU between MBZUAI and the Abu Dhabi Department of Energy marks a major milestone in applying artificial intelligence to one of the UAE’s most vital sectors. By joining forces, both institutions will advance groundbreaking research, develop smart energy solutions, and accelerate the nation’s journey toward Net Zero 2050. The partnership reflects MBZUAI’s commitment to building an AI ecosystem that connects academia, industry, and government while creating transformative technologies with global impact. 

The MoU establishes a framework for joint initiatives that combine MBZUAI’s research expertise with DoE’s regulatory leadership, reinforcing Abu Dhabi’s role at the forefront of AI-driven sustainability in the global energy sector.