Decarbonization drive: Saudi Arabia, UAE lead Middle East's low-carbon hydrogen race: Saudi Arabia and the UAE are ramping up investment in low-carbon hydrogen and ammonia projects as the Middle East positions itself for the global energy transition.

The article discusses planning of Middle East's major energy companies to targeting blue hydrogen-linked with carbon capture, storage, and utilization (CCUS). Topics discussed include partnership of ACWA, Air Products, and NEOM Co. for renewable-hydrogen-based ammonia facility; focus on emerging sectors to drive private-sector investment in Saudi Arabia; and focus on promoting economic development and creating new opportunities.