UTB drives renewable energy innovation to support Bahrain’s Net Zero 2060 goals

The University of Technology Bahrain (UTB) continues to drive impactful change in sustainability and innovation through a timely seminar titled “Leveraging Renewable Energy to Achieve SDGs for Sustainable Cities and Communities.”

Spearheaded by the UTB Research Council in collaboration with Green Innova, the seminar spotlighted the role of solar energy in achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) with a particular focus on SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy and SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities. Other agenda were updates on UTB solar panel project at the university building rooftop, UTB award at Bahrain Smart Cities Summit 2025 and an overview of solar energy development in Bahrain.

Held at the UTB campus, the event brought together faculty and students for in-depth discussions on how solar technology is transforming urban landscapes. The dialogue centred on how solar energy supports environmental sustainability, economic resilience, and social inclusion – cornerstones of Bahrain’s National Plan 2060 for Net Zero.

Attendees explored emerging innovations in solar applications within urban settings, the importance of renewable infrastructure in mitigating climate change, and the socio-economic benefits of sustainable energy adoption across the country and the region. The seminar also reinforced the power of academic-industry collaboration in accelerating climate action.

“UTB is committed to cultivating environmentally conscious leaders and advancing the frontiers of research that contribute meaningfully to Bahrain’s sustainability goals,” said Prof Husham Ahmed, Director of UTB Research Council.

From individual efforts to university initiatives, every contribution plays a vital role in shaping a cleaner, more resilient future. As UTB forges ahead in its vision of education for a sustainable future, the university remains committed to supporting initiatives towards clean, inclusive, and future-ready energy systems.

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