We Are Masdar
We Are Masdar
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Founding Visionary Inspiration
We must not rely on oil alone as themain source of our national income.
We have to diversify the sources of our revenue and construct economic projectsthat will ensure a free, stable and dignifiedlife for the people.
The late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan al NahyanFounder of the United Arab Emirates
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Masdar’s Mission - Anchored in the Abu Dhabi 2030 Vision
Abu Dhabi 2030
Abu Dhabi will focus on developing sectors which, when combined, are planned to grow at more than 7.5% pa
30% of all energy needs from alternative and low carbon energy sources
Commitment to climate change
Transition from commodities-based to knowledge-based economy
Economic Development of Abu Dhabi
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A Unique, Fully Integrated Approach
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Vision and Mission
Our Vision
To make Abu Dhabi the preeminent source of renewable energy, knowledge, development, implementation and the world’s benchmark for sustainable development.
Our Mission
To advance renewable energy and sustainable technologies through education, research and development, investment, commercializationand adaptation.
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Key Milestones
Masdar Initiative launch
Masdar cleantech Fund I
Torresol
Masdar City constructionbegins
Masdar Institute building complete
Masdar Institute welcomesstudents
Masdar PV
LondonArray
DB Masdar cleantech Fund
EMIC
Shams 1
2006 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012
The Graduation of the First batch of Graduates from Masdar Institute
February 2012: The
percentage of UAE nationals
employed in Masdar
exceed 40%
Siemens partnership
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Initial investment of US$15 billion
Dedicated international research and academic centre
New investment model that drives capital into Abu Dhabi
Growing portfolio of renewable energy projects across three continents
Truly sustainable city for both residents and commerce
Landmark development hub for renewable energy technology
Internationally acclaimed Prize for cleantech industry pioneers
Committed to The Global cleantech Industry
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Masdar – The Reality of Future Energy
Fulfilling Abu Dhabi’s vision to:
Source 7% of all energy entirely from renewable energy by 2020
Build a sustainable knowledge-based economy
Create future prosperity forits people
Developing its human capital
Maintaining its leadership in the energy sector
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