Dubai Supreme Council of Energy and MBRF explore avenues to strengthen innovation across knowledge and energy domains

  • 28 Apr 2026

H.E. Ahmad Buti Al Muhairbi, Secretary General of the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, received H.E. Jamal bin Huwaireb, CEO of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF), and the accompanying delegation during an official visit to the Council’s headquarters in Dubai, in the presence of several Council officials.

The meeting primarily explored various strategic avenues to enhance cooperation in the fields of knowledge exchange and specialized expertise, aiming to contribute to national efforts towards building a knowledge-based economy, while driving innovation across vital sectors, particularly the energy sector.

Both entities reaffirmed the significance of developing sustainable strategic partnerships that facilitate the exchange of best practices and expertise, thereby advancing the UAE’s sustainable development goals and strengthening integration among national institutions.

The meeting further reviewed several potential joint initiatives and projects aimed at nurturing an advanced knowledge environment, aligning with Dubai’s comprehensive development journey.

H.E. Ahmad Buti Al Muhairbi stated: “It is an honor to collaborate with the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation, particularly in the realm of research and development – covering the energy sector in general, with a special focus on the clean energy segment. This further reflects MBRF’s stature as a leading knowledge entity offering a broad range of specialized studies, reports, and resources that support decision-makers, and fuel the development of vital sectors, including the energy sector.”

H.E. Jamal bin Huwaireb said: “At MBRF, we believe that the integration of efforts among national institutions is the fastest pathway to establishing a competitive and knowledge-driven economy powered by innovation. Aligning with this vision, we take great pride in collaborating with the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy – a leading model for positively transforming the future and advancing sustainability.”

His Excellency added: “We look forward to launching several high-quality initiatives and facilitating expertise exchange, thereby catalyzing national development, enhancing the future readiness of vital sectors, and supporting the UAE’s vision to nurture a more prosperous and pioneering future.”

This visit highlights both entities’ shared vision to expand the scope of institutional cooperation and promote expertise exchange, aligning with the UAE’s strategic directives guiding the development of the energy and knowledge domains.