UAE and Mongolia Forge Green Energy Partnership for Renewable and Hydrogen Development
The UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Mongolia's Ministry of Energy to collaborate on renewable energy, green hydrogen, and clean energy infrastructure projects.
The United Arab Emirates and Mongolia have formally partnered to advance cooperation in renewable energy, green hydrogen, and clean energy infrastructure. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed by Suhail bin Mohammed Al Mazrouei, UAE Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, and Togmid Dorjkhand, Deputy Prime Minister of Mongolia.
The agreement focuses on knowledge exchange, capacity building, and the exploration of joint projects designed to support the transformation and diversification of Mongolia’s energy sector. The UAE aims to use its experience in clean energy development and project implementation to identify practical and scalable projects in Mongolia, contributing to its energy security and sustainable economic growth.
Areas of Cooperation
The partnership will explore opportunities across various clean energy domains, including:
- Renewable energy technologies
- Green hydrogen production and application
- Related clean energy infrastructure
A key objective is to diversify Mongolia's energy mix and support its national development needs. The MoU also prioritises the exchange of technical knowledge and expertise through training programmes and capacity-building initiatives, aiming to enhance specialised skills and institutional capabilities within Mongolia's clean energy sector.
Investment and Implementation
The two nations will identify economically and technically viable investment opportunities, encouraging greater private sector participation in clean energy projects. Cooperation between public and private entities will be fostered to develop the necessary infrastructure for renewable energy and other clean technologies.
To oversee the partnership, a joint working group will be established. This group will be responsible for identifying priority areas, assessing the feasibility of proposed projects, and monitoring their progress. This collaboration combines the UAE's proven expertise in clean energy with Mongolia's significant renewable energy potential, aiming to facilitate energy transition and long-term sustainable economic growth.
Questions, answered
- Which government entities signed the MoU?
- The Memorandum of Understanding was signed by the UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure and the Ministry of Energy of Mongolia.
- Who were the signatories of the agreement?
- The agreement was signed by Suhail bin Mohammed Al Mazrouei, UAE Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, and Togmid Dorjkhand, Deputy Prime Minister of Mongolia.
- What are the primary areas of cooperation under the MoU?
- The primary areas of cooperation include renewable energy, green hydrogen, and related clean energy infrastructure, with a focus on diversifying Mongolia's energy mix.
- What is the role of the private sector in this partnership?
- The agreement encourages greater participation from the private sector and promotes cooperation between public and private entities to support the development of clean energy infrastructure.
- How will the progress of the projects be monitored?
- A joint working group will be established by the UAE and Mongolia to identify priority areas, assess project feasibility, and monitor progress.
This brief was summarised and rewritten by Gaia Living from public reporting. Figures and details reflect the original sources.
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