Dive into this one-on-one interview with Dr. Matras, who discusses his unique rain enhancement project, ‘Laser-based rain triggering demonstrator with remote sensing technology’, being awarded a 5th Cycle grant by UAEREP, and more.   What drew you to the UAE Research Program for Rain Enhancement Science, and what encouraged you to apply for the UAEREP grant? Addressing global water scarcity presents a formidable environmental challenge. We firmly believe thatRead more...

Article by Alya Al Mazrouei, Director of UAEREP  In the face of escalating climate change and increasing water scarcity, rain enhancement technologies, such as cloud seeding, have emerged as innovative solutions aimed at bolstering our water supplies. However, the benefits of rain enhancement extend far beyond water security. While this technology's primary objective is to increase precipitation and secure water resources, its implications for climate resilience, agriculture,Read more...

By Dr. Mohammed Mahmoud, Founding Director of the Climate and Water Program at the Middle East Institute To the general public, the concept of cloudseeding probably seems akin to science-fiction. A notion that is bolstered by entertainment media propagating the erroneous idea that humans can directly control the climate (such as the 2017 movie Geostorm that emphasized this fictional overestimation of our relationship with weather). This fantasy-like interpretation of actual cloudseedingRead more...

  This past month, the UAEREP-NCM Research team met with the University of Washington’s Marine Cloud Brightening (MCB) Program team to discuss the MCB program’s recent demonstration of the Cloud Aerosol Research Instrument (CARI). During the meeting, the two organizations discussed ways in which they hope to better understand the present-day effects of pollution aerosols on clouds, as well as investigate whether aerosol particles made from sea salt could be used toRead more...

As summer fast approaches in the UAE, it's important to be mindful of our water usage. Living in an arid desert climate, where water is a precious resource, conservation becomes paramount. The UAE Research Program for Rain Enhancement Science (UAEREP) is dedicated to promoting sustainability and water security through rain enhancement research and funding, but there are things you can do, too! Here are some practical water conservation tips to help you navigate through the hot summer monthsRead more...

As we commemorate Earth Day, it is imperative to reflect on the critical role of weather and climate in shaping our lives and ecosystems. Weather patterns influence agricultural productivity, water resource management, infrastructure planning, and even human health. However, in a world facing the challenges of climate change and increasing weather extremes, the need for innovative solutions to mitigate these impacts has never been more pressing. At the UAE Research Program for Rain EnhancementRead more...

On Earth Day, let's pause to recognize the vital significance of water in sustaining life on our planet. As we come together under the theme of Earth Day, advocating for environmental protection and sustainability, UAEREP reaffirms its steadfast dedication to advancing research in rain enhancement. We express our sincere appreciation to all our partners and stakeholders for their steadfast commitment to preserving water resources. Your dedication motivates us to continue pushing theRead more...

This June, we'll be hosting our next solicitation update meeting with leading scientists, experts, and stakeholders to discuss key themes for the upcoming 6th Grant Cycle. Each cycle, UAEREP requests innovative research and technology proposals that advance the field of rain enhancement, particularly in arid regions. To date, the program has funded fourteen awards, which have advanced, and continue to advance, the science and technologies that underpin cloud-seeding operations in the UAERead more...