Tadweer Group has signed a Joint Development Agreement with the Government of Uzbekistan to build an innovative waste to energy plant in the Navoi and Bukhara regions.

The groundbreaking ceremony took place in Uzbekistan, marking a significant milestone in the partnership between the UAE and Uzbekistan to advance sustainable waste conversion practices.

The event to officially sign the agreement was held in Uzbekistan in the presence of a delegation led by Ali Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and CEO, Tadweer Group, along with Shavkat Mirziyoyev, President of the Republic of Uzbekistan, and other dignitaries.

Ali Al Dhaheri, Managing Director and CEO, Tadweer Group, commented: “We believe that waste is not a challenge but a valuable resource for sustainable development, which is core to our DNA.

"This agreement with Uzbekistan marks an important step toward world-class energy production and the promotion of circular economy principles.

"By partnering with governments and international experts, we can accelerate the adoption of new technologies, paving the way for a net-zero future and fostering long term sustainable growth.”

The agreement advances a strategic collaboration between Tadweer Group, the Ministry of Ecology Environmental Protection and Climate Change (MEEPCC), and the Ministry of Investment Industry and Trade (MIIT) of Uzbekistan.

Under the agreement, Tadweer Group will lead the design and operation of the plant. The project will contribute to Uzbekistan’s sustainability goals by converting waste into renewable energy, while also supporting Tadweer Group’s international expansion and value creation aspirations.

This milestone opportunity with Uzbekistan also signals Tadweer Group’s commitment to expanding its footprint globally while driving sustainable practices with economic and environmental benefits.