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1/22/25, 4:39 PM NextGen FDI and Climate First partner to accelerate UAE's climate tech ecosystem
The UAE’s commitment to innovation creates an unmatched ecosystem for advancing climate tech. At
Climate First, our mission has always been to drive impactful change through investments in
transformative, zero-carbon technologies. We are thrilled to bring pioneering European solutions to the
UAE. This collaboration will foster strategic partnerships to scale decarbonisation efforts.”

Under the theme “The Nexus of Next. Supercharging Sustainable Progress”, Abu Dhabi Sustainability
Week (ADSW) offers a global platform for advancing clean energy and sustainable development. The
event has gathered global leaders, innovators, and stakeholders to tackle some of the world’s most
pressing environmental challenges. The partnership between NextGen FDI and Climate First aligns

seamlessly with ADSW’s mission to foster collaboration and deliver actionable solutions for a more
sustainable future.

Launched in 2022, the NextGen FDI initiative is a key pillar of the UAE’s drive to diversify its economy
and position itself as a global hub for innovation. To date, the program has welcomed over 20 companies
operating in future focused sectors such as AI, renewable energy, robotics, and advanced

manufacturing, helping accelerate the UAE’s transition to a knowledge-driven, sustainable economy.