Dubai Electricity & Water Authority (DEWA)

27 Jun 2024

Dubai Supreme Council of Energy conducts inspection campaigns on gas oil (diesel) sector in Dubai to regulate trading and combat illegal practices

As the authority responsible for regulating the trading of petroleum products in Dubai, the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy (DSCE) has intensified inspection campaigns on the gas oil (diesel) sector in Dubai. The permanent joint field inspection team, formed according to DSCE Resolution number (1) of 2022, has commenced field inspections and monitoring operations in cooperation with several entities, including the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology, the Roads and Transport Authority, Dubai Municipality, the Directorate General of Dubai Civil Defense, the Department of Economy and Tourism, the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation, and the Emirates National Oil Company (ENOC).

26 Jun 2024

DEWA’s projects and programmes contribute to enhancing energy and water efficiency and reduce the carbon footprint

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has made a significant achievement in improving electricity and water production efficiency, by 41.73% in 2023 compared to 2006. This equates to a cumulative reduction of 92.5 million tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions between 2006 and 2023, equivalent to planting 484 million trees required to absorb this amount of CO2 emissions.

25 Jun 2024

HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer welcomes Consul General of India to Dubai

HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), welcomed HE Satish Kumar Sivan, Consul General the Republic of India to Dubai and the Northern Emirates. Al Tayer welcomed India’s Consul General, emphasising DEWA’s commitment to fostering strong relationships and cooperation with all diplomatic and consular missions in the UAE. He highlighted the significance of enhancing collaboration and establishing strategic partnerships with Indian companies across various sectors related to energy and water.

24 Jun 2024

DEWA's unwavering commitment to sustainability drives the UAE's net zero goals

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has established itself as a cornerstone in the UAE's ambitious journey towards achieving net zero emissions by 2050. Under the visionary guidance of the wise leadership, DEWA has launched numerous pioneering projects and initiatives that underscore its steadfast commitment to sustainability and innovation.

23 Jun 2024

DEWA’s projects promote emiratisation of the energy sector, creating pioneering job opportunities

Dubai seeks to consolidate its role as a major and pivotal contributor in shaping the future of the global economy and trade. This is achieved by enhancing strategies and plans and making sustainable investments to develop a robust infrastructure and an integrated system of highly efficient and reliable services that are among the best in the world. Dubai is also implementing major projects in energy and water production, contributing to enhancing resource sustainability and achieving long-term human development.

22 Jun 2024

The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Water Award: several years of effective contribution in finding sustainable solutions to the global water crisis

Since it was launched by HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Water Award has seen a notable development in terms of the types of innovative projects, increased number of beneficiaries and participating countries, and expanded range of award categories. With total prizes of USD 1 million, the biennial award aims to encourage developing innovative solutions for the water scarcity problem around the world. The award, which is supervised by the UAE Water Aid Foundation (Suqia UAE), and has gained the attention of institutions, research centres, and innovators, turning into a global platform for developing practical and sustainable solutions to the global water crisis using renewable energy.

21 Jun 2024

DEWA explores opportunities to advance the role of its female engineers on International Women in Engineering Day

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has organised several activities in conjunction with International Women in Engineering Day, observed on 23 June each year, to celebrate its female Emirati engineers who contribute to advancing DEWA’s efforts to achieve the vision of the wise leadership and advance society and the UAE across all areas.

20 Jun 2024

DEWA commissions a water reservoir in Enkhali and connects it to Dubai’s water network

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has commissioned a new water reservoir in Enkhali and connected it to Dubai’s water network. The reservoir, which has a storage capacity of 120 million imperial gallons (MIG), cost AED 287.8 million. It is part of DEWA’s efforts to provide state-of-the-art integrated infrastructure for electricity and water, and its endeavour to increase the water storage capacity in Dubai.

19 Jun 2024

HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer Discusses DEWA and SAP SE Collaboration

HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), welcomed a high-profile delegation from SAP SE headed by Christian Klein, CEO and Executive Board member of SAP SE. Marwan Bin Haidar, Executive Vice President of Innovation and The Future at DEWA was present.

18 Jun 2024

HE Saeed Al Tayer visits DEWA’s R&D Centre and reviews its prominent projects

HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), visited DEWA’s Research and Development (R&D) Centre at the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park. Al Tayer was briefed by the Centre’s officials on the latest projects being developed there. Al Tayer was accompanied by Waleed Bin Salman, Executive Vice President of Business Development and Excellence at DEWA, and other DEWA officials.

17 Jun 2024

DEWA enhances the skills of 21 Emirati experts in excellence and corporate evaluation as part of the Capacity Building Programme

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has successfully concluded the third batch of the Capacity Building Programme, designed to prepare Emirati experts in leadership and excellence. Participants are mid-level managers within specialised technical fields at DEWA. The Capacity Building Programme, aimed at enhancing participants' skills in corporate excellence, assists graduates in aligning their divisions with the latest criteria and requirements of the government excellence system and the Dubai

16 Jun 2024

DEWA receives applications for 4th Integrated Solar Photovoltaic (PV) System Designer training

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA)’s Innovation Centre has started receiving applications for participation in the fourth batch of the ‘Integrated Solar Photovoltaic (PV) System Designer’ training on solar PV systems and plants, design methods, installation, testing and maintenance, as well as evaluating solar PV projects. The Innovation Centre organises the training in collaboration with TUV Rheinland Academy to develop technical competencies in solar and renewable energy. Participants who complete the training and pass the final test receive professional certificates in the design and installation of solar energy systems.

15 Jun 2024

DEWA Women’s Committee organises Snow Climbing Challenge

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) Women’s Committee organised a Snow Climbing Challenge at Ski Dubai, with the participation of more than 50 female employees from several divisions. The UAE Skiers Team honoured the winning employees who succeeded in skiing the snow slope in a record time.

14 Jun 2024

Message by HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD and CEO of DEWA, on Eid Al Adha

HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD and CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), said: “I am honoured to convey my best wishes for Eid Al Adha to His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE; His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai

13 Jun 2024

DEWA urges customers to take the necessary measures before travelling to avoid waste

As part of its campaign ‘Welcome Summer with Green Habits’, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has urged its customers to take proactive measures before travelling to ensure the efficiency of electricity and water usage and to avoid waste at all times.

12 Jun 2024

HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer receives Consul General of Denmark

His Excellency Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), received His Excellency Joakim Larsen Consul General of the Kingdom of Denmark in Dubai, at DEWA headquarters in Dubai. The meeting underscored the ongoing collaboration between DEWA and Danish companies in the fields of renewable energy, sustainability, and advanced technology.

11 Jun 2024

DEWA's High Rankings in Brand Finance Middle East 150 Report 2024

The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has achieved impressive rankings across various indicators in the Brand Finance Middle East 150 report for 2024. Specifically, DEWA secured the top position among utilities in the UAE and ranked second in the region for brand value. Additionally, the report recognized DEWA's excellence in sustainability perception, naming it the leading entity in the UAE in terms of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) performance.

10 Jun 2024

Ministry of Cabinet Affairs Receives the Green Certificate by Moro Hub for Utilizing its Green Data Center

Moro Hub, a subsidiary of Digital DEWA, the digital arm of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority PJSC (DEWA), honoured the UAE Ministry of Cabinet Affairs (MOCA) with a Green Certificate. The recognition is in acknowledgment of the Ministry’s commitment to environmental sustainability through the utilisation of Moro Hub's Green Data Center for its IT Workloads.

08 Jun 2024

HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer reviews progress of the 1,800MW 6th phase of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Energy Park

HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), has reviewed work progress of the 1,800MW 6th phase of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park based on the Independent Power Producer (IPP) model, with investments up to AED 5.5 billion. This phase will provide clean energy for approximately 540,000 residences and will reduce around 2.36 million tonnes of carbon emissions annually. The project will cover an area of 20 square kilometres. The 6th phase has achieved the lowest Levelized Cost Of Energy (LCOE) of US$1.6215 cents per kilowatt hour (kWh).

07 Jun 2024

DEWA receives a high-level delegation from the Dominican Republic

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) welcomed a high-level delegation from the Dominican Republic, led by Rafael Orlando Gómez Del Giudice, Vice Minister of Energy in the Dominican Republic. The visit aimed to introduce DEWA’s key sustainability, and clean and renewable energy projects and initiatives. It also aimed to learn about DEWA’s experiences and practices as a leading utility company. DEWA has become a global benchmark in key performance indicators (KPIs) in its areas of work. DEWA has set unprecedented global standards in the energy and water sectors and came in the top position globally in more than 10 KPIs in its areas of work, according to a study conducted last year by a specialised international consultant.

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