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Energy and environment events in Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi is one of the world's leading energy event cities, home to ADNOC, Masdar and TAQA and host to two of the most important gatherings on the energy calendar. ADIPEC, held each autumn at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi, is one of the largest oil, gas and energy exhibitions and conferences in the world, bringing national oil companies, operators, service firms and ministers together. Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, hosted by Masdar early in the year, gathers policymakers, investors and clean energy companies, and includes the World Future Energy Summit exhibition. Around these flagships run events on utilities, power and water, hydrogen, carbon capture, refrigeration and cooling, and sustainable development, along with meetings tied to the UAE's climate and water diplomacy. Most large events take place at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi, with smaller conferences at Corniche hotels. The season runs from October to May. Hotels near ADNEC and on the Corniche fill quickly during ADIPEC and Sustainability Week, so book well ahead, or stay in Dubai and allow about 90 minutes each way.

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Frequently asked questions about events in Energy & Environment in Abu Dhabi

What is ADIPEC?
ADIPEC, the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference, is one of the largest energy industry events in the world. Held each autumn at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi, it combines a vast exhibition with strategic and technical conferences covering oil, gas, low-carbon energy and decarbonisation, and draws energy ministers and chief executives.
What happens during Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week?
Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, hosted by Masdar early in the year, brings together a high-level summit, the World Future Energy Summit exhibition and many side events on clean energy, water, climate finance and technology. Most sessions take place at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi, and some events require invitations or separate registration.
Where are energy events held in Abu Dhabi?
ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi hosts the largest events, including ADIPEC, Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, the World Future Energy Summit and the World Utilities Congress. Smaller technical conferences and workshops use Corniche hotels such as the Radisson Blu and Sheraton Abu Dhabi. Check each listing for the exact venue.
Do I need a visa to attend a conference in the UAE?
Citizens of GCC countries need no visa, and visitors from many other countries, including the UK, the US and most of Europe, receive a free visit visa on arrival. Others need a visit visa arranged before travel, usually through an airline, a hotel, a UAE company or the event organizer. Rules and eligible nationalities change, so check the official ICP or GDRFA Dubai websites before you book.

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