RAK Energy Summit will return for its third edition from November 25–27, 2026, at the RAK Expo Center in Ras Al Khaimah, bringing together regional and international policymakers, industry leaders and experts to address energy security, competitiveness and sustainability across the GCC.

Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, UAE Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, the three-day summit will take place under the theme "Create and Contribute to the Sustainable Energy Goals of the Future."

Hosted by Ras Al Khaimah Municipality in partnership with Etihad Water & Electricity (EtihadWE), the event is supported by the UAE Ministry of Climate Change & Environment, Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology, Environment Agency Abu Dhabi, International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), Gulf Organisation for Research & Development (GORD) and 19 local government entities in Ras Al Khaimah.

Munther Shekar, Director General of Ras Al Khaimah Municipality, said: “We are honoured to welcome policymakers, industry leaders, innovators and experts from around the world to RAK Energy Summit 2026. At a time when energy is increasingly shaping how economies compete, the Summit provides an important platform to exchange ideas, foster partnerships and accelerate the practical actions needed to build energy systems that are secure, competitive, and sustainable.”

Engineer Al Ali, CEO of EtihadWE, said: “Reliable and efficient water and electricity infrastructure is essential to economic growth, industrial competitiveness and quality of life. At EtihadWE, we are modernising our networks and adopting smart technologies to strengthen energy and water security, improve resource efficiency and meet the needs of growing communities and businesses across the Northern Emirates.

Our partnership with Ras Al Khaimah Municipality for RAK Energy Summit reflects our commitment to turning sustainability goals into practical outcomes. The Summit provides an opportunity to share our experience and work with partners across government and industry on solutions that support the UAE’s energy transition and long-term development priorities.”

Expanded Three-Day Programme

Building on previous editions, the 2026 summit will introduce an expanded programme of keynote presentations, panel discussions, fireside chats and dedicated forums addressing key developments in the energy sector.

Topics will include natural hydrogen, sustainable communities, resilient energy and water systems, renewable energy and storage deployment, industrial decarbonisation, sustainable transport, green finance, emissions reporting and sustainable urban development.

The programme will bring together international organisations including the International Energy Agency (IEA), IRENA, the Delegation of the European Union to the UAE, the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), the Urban Planning & Design Institute of Shenzhen (UPDIS), the International Association of Public Transport (UITP), Shenzhen Institute of Building Research and EDF.

Regional participation will include GORD, the Regional Center for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (RCREEE) and the GCC Interconnection Authority (GCCIA).

UAE-based corporate participants will include RAK Ceramics, RAKBANK, BEEAH and Rana Group, alongside real estate developers Marjan, RAK Properties, Al Hamra Real Estate Development and Aldar.

Government and industry stakeholders will also contribute, including Environment Agency Abu Dhabi, Integrated Transport Centre (Abu Dhabi Mobility), RAKGAS, Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA), RAK Transport Authority (RAKTA) and Environment Protection & Development Authority (EPDA).

Additional participants include Emirates Nature-WWF, Emirates Environmental Group, Emirates Green Building Council (EGBC), Eurovent Middle East, Dii Desert Energy and Industrial & Financial Systems (IFS).

Through its expanded programme and broad participation, RAK Energy Summit 2026 aims to facilitate collaboration between government, industry and international organisations, while exploring practical solutions to support the UAE's energy transition, strengthen infrastructure resilience and advance long-term sustainable development across the region. -OGN/TradeArabia News Service