DEWA highlights contributions of 1,946 female employees as it commemorates International Women Day in Engineering 2025

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has emphasised the pivotal role of female engineers, particularly in the energy, water and sustainability sectors, on the occasion of International Women in Engineering Day, celebrated annually on 23 June. To mark the occasion, DEWA organised a series of activities, workshops and panel discussions that highlighted their contributions in designing and implementing major projects, as well as their role in supporting innovation and leading the transition towards a more sustainable future.

“On International Women in Engineering Day, we commend DEWA’s female engineers across various disciplines, who have demonstrated high competence in leading energy and water projects. The achievements we have made are the result of the efforts of an integrated team that includes distinguished female professionals. Emirati women have become active partners in leading the transition towards clean energy as experts, leaders and innovators who contribute to building a more sustainable future. DEWA provides a supportive and empowering work environment for women at various levels. There are 1,946 female employees across all divisions, including 753 in engineering and technical roles and 452 in leadership and supervisory roles. Emirati women constitute 85% of the total female workforce at DEWA,” said HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of DEWA.

Al Tayer noted that a recent report issued by UNESCO titled "Closing the Gender Gap in Science" indicates that women make up about a third of scientific researchers globally, a ratio that has shown minimal variation over the past decade. This proportion declines at the upper levels of scientific hierarchies. Al Tayer, however, elaborated that more than half of DEWA’s Research and Development Centre staff are women, all of whom hold postgraduate qualifications in scientific and engineering specialities.

A supportive environment for female engineers

Numerous female engineers at DEWA have expressed appreciation for the organisation’s supportive work environment, particularly for women in engineering and technical roles. They praised senior management for its encouragement and commitment to empower women across various fields, especially clean energy, innovation and digital transformation.

Quotes:

Amal Koshak, Vice President of Marketing and Corporate Communications: DEWA provides a role model in supporting female engineers. Women have equal opportunities for creativity and development not only in technical fields but also in various sectors that support organisational growth and sustainability.

Dr Aaesha Alnuaimi, Director of the Sustainability and Innovation Centre: DEWA is one of the largest government entities incubating women’s engineering competencies in the energy sector. Senior management believes in the importance of empowering women across all roles, from senior leadership to technical positions, which enhances their ability to participate in the decision-making process.

Fatima Al Jokar, Chairperson of DEWA Women’s Committee: DEWA empowers women in various positions and sectors, especially in renewable and clean energy. Through the Women’s Committee, we are keen to support female employees, enhance their skills and enable them to contribute effectively to community service.

Aysha Mohammad Alremeithi, DEWA’s Youth Council President: In the Youth Council, we are keen to amplify the voice of young female engineers, involve them in anticipating the future and enhance their skills. This occasion is an incentive to attract more females to vital engineering specialities.

Maryam Khansaheb, Manager of Corporate Sustainability and Women’s Committee member: DEWA’s supportive environment contributes to motivating women to innovate and participate effectively in implementing the strategies required to achieve sustainable development.

Hind Almteiri, Senior Manager – Independent Power Producer and Production Planning: DEWA’s efforts to empower women and involve them in pioneering projects are evident. Female engineers play a key role in leading diverse teams, reinforcing DEWA’s commitment to efficiency and gender equality across various fields.

Fatma Karim, Senior Engineer – Field Operations: DEWA’s keenness to honour hardworking female engineers and celebrate their achievements is an incentive for further excellence.

Noura Al Hammadi, Senior Engineer – Sustainability: DEWA invests in women’s competencies and provides them with opportunities for development, enhancing their presence in engineering specialities.