Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) is reaffirming its commitment to environmental sustainability on the occasion of World Environment Day 2025. Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of DEWA, highlighted the organization’s alignment with the vision of UAE leadership in promoting sustainable development.
Al Tayer stated, “Based on the wise vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, and His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) believes that environmental sustainability is synonymous with sustainable development, and that protecting the Earth is a shared responsibility.”
He further emphasized DEWA’s support for achieving net zero by 2050 while contributing to global efforts towards the UN Sustainable Development Goals 2030. He noted DEWA’s initiatives under the Dubai Clean Energy Strategy 2050 and Dubai Net Zero Carbon Emissions Strategy 2050 to ensure clean energy sources comprise all energy production capacity by mid-century.
“We adopt innovation, digital transformation and the latest disruptive technologies to consolidate the sustainability of electricity and water supply,” said Al Tayer. Among DEWA’s projects are the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park—the largest single-site solar park globally—and initiatives like Green Hydrogen project and Hatta Hydroelectric Power Plant. By 2030, DEWA aims for desalinated water production using a clean energy mix.
Additionally, DEWA is implementing programs focused on green mobility, biodiversity protection, wildlife conservation, and raising awareness about sustainable lifestyles. According to Al Tayer: “DEWA’s comprehensive environmental programmes also help to minimise waste and protect public health.”
Al Tayer concluded by noting that DEWA has become a model for sustainability through its award-winning green initiatives which demonstrate a strong commitment to environmental conservation with an aim toward net-zero emissions by 2050.
