AI Powers Clean Energy at World Future Energy Summit 2026

Abu Dhabi is set to host the World Future Energy Summit 2026 from 13–15 January at ADNEC, highlighting artificial intelligence (AI) as a major force transforming the clean energy sector. The three-day event, part of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, will spotlight AI’s role in energy production, transmission, and distribution, as the region pushes towards a low-carbon future.

FUSE AI Zone: Innovation in Action

The Summit will debut the FUSE AI Zone, bringing together more than 40 companies showcasing AI solutions for renewable energy, smart infrastructure, and climate resilience. Attendees can explore real-world applications of AI, from predictive energy management to optimizing urban systems, making it a central hub for technological innovation.

AI Conference: Driving Responsible Energy Solutions

Alongside the FUSE AI Zone, the inaugural Artificial Intelligence Conference will examine how AI can accelerate energy innovation responsibly. Sessions will focus on improving grid efficiency, integrating renewable energy, and using AI to forecast and balance energy demand, providing crucial insights for researchers, utilities, and policymakers.

AI Transforming Energy Efficiency

AI adoption is accelerating across the MENA region, improving performance in grid management, energy storage, and sector integration. Smart algorithms help balance electricity supply and demand, reduce reliance on new power plants, and enhance the reliability of renewable energy sources. Buildings are also benefiting, with AI reducing energy consumption by up to 60% in some cases.

Sustainable Urban Futures and Smart Infrastructure

The Summit will explore how AI-powered design tools can create energy- and water-efficient urban spaces. Rapid testing of design options helps cut costs while minimizing environmental impact. Discussions will include collaboration, innovation, and resilient supply chains as key drivers for sustainable urban development.

Tackling AI’s Energy Footprint

While AI offers huge benefits, its energy consumption is rising rapidly. Data centers’ electricity demand could grow from 1% in 2022 to over 3% by 2030. Large-scale renewable projects, like Abu Dhabi’s solar-plus-battery storage systems, demonstrate how AI can operate on near-zero carbon energy, aligning digital growth with climate goals.

Beyond Energy: Agriculture, Healthcare, and Weather

The Summit will also showcase AI applications in agriculture, food security, healthcare, and weather forecasting. AI-driven solutions, such as high-resolution weather models, help farmers optimize crops and yield while reducing resource waste, highlighting AI’s broader impact on sustainability.

Driving Practical, Human-Centered AI

The 2026 Summit emphasizes that AI must be applied with clear, human-defined goals. Effective integration requires strategic vision, multidisciplinary collaboration, and solutions aimed at solving real-world problems. The event positions Abu Dhabi as a global hub where AI and clean energy innovation intersect to build a sustainable future.