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2026 Mar 22

DEWA’s Damj initiative supports empowerment of People of Determination in the workplace and wider community

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has reinforced its commitment to empowering People of Determination in the workplace and wider community through its Damj (Arabic for inclusion) initiative, with employee happiness among People of Determination reaching 98.02% in 2025, according to the Dubai Government Excellence Programme. Damj provides targeted support to employees, including those caring for children who are People of Determination, by addressing their educational needs, offering specialised resources and ensuring access to equipment that enables full participation and productivity.

2026 Mar 21

Quote by HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of DEWA, on World Water Day 2026

“World Water Day is an opportunity to renew our commitment to preserving this vital resource and ensuring its sustainability. Water is a key pillar of sustainable development and a fundamental driver of societal stability and prosperity. Guided by the vision of our wise leadership, we in the UAE adopt an approach based on the efficient management of natural resources through the adoption of innovative solutions and advanced technologies. This approach seeks to achieve a balance between development needs and environmental protection,” said HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA).
2026 Mar 17

DEWA’s OWNEK platform streamlines project approvals, boosting business efficiency for consultants and contractors

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has facilitated 2,381 preliminary technical discussions prior to project application submissions in 2025 through its OWNEK platform, alongside 36,795 online technical discussions during the submission and approval phase.

2026 Mar 15

DEWA promotes the noble values of the Holy Month of Ramadan through social and humanitarian activities

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) organised a series of community and awareness activities during the Holy Month of Ramadan, in collaboration with Dubai Police, the Department of Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities, the Community Development Authority, the Dubai Club for People of Determination and Shabab Al Ahli Club. These events included field visits to Ramadan iftar tents and senior citizens’ councils across Dubai, with the aim of strengthening community ties and reinforcing the values of solidarity, tolerance, generosity and giving. The initiatives also highlighted DEWA’s innovative digital services, encouraging community members to adopt a more conscious and sustainable lifestyle while ensuring a seamless and convenient experience for all customers anytime and anywhere.

2026 Mar 07

Quote by HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of DEWA, on Zayed Humanitarian Day 2026

“On Zayed Humanitarian Day, we recall the noble legacy and the sound approach established by the late Founding Father, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, may his soul rest in peace. His legacy was founded on the values of generosity, giving and cohesion. He dedicated himself to assisting people in need around the globe,

2026 Mar 03

DEWA contributes AED20 million in support of Edge of Life campaign

The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) announced a contribution of AED20 million in support of the Edge of Life campaign to rescue five million children from hunger, launched in Ramadan by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, with the aim of raising a minimum of AED1 billion to be invested to help fight childhood hunger around the world.
2026 Feb 28

DEWA strengthens social cohesion and sustainable growth

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) stepped up its social responsibility agenda in 2025, the UAE’s ‘Year of Community’, combining large-scale humanitarian contributions with volunteer-driven initiatives across Dubai and beyond. Through programmes and events spanning social support, inclusion, youth development and environmental action, DEWA worked tirelessly to enhance Dubai’s dynamic community by strengthening collaboration and social cohesion while also paving the path for comprehensive and sustainable growth.
2026 Feb 27

HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer meets German State of Saarland Deputy Prime Minister to advance cooperation on Green Hydrogen and clean energy projects

HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD and CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), welcomed HE Jürgen Barke, Minister of Economics, Innovation, Digitalisation and Energy and Deputy Prime Minister of the German State of Saarland, to explore opportunities for collaboration in renewable and clean energy.
2026 Feb 26

DEWA announced as Strategic Sustainability Partner of Arab Media Summit 2026

Middle East’s largest media thought leadership platform is being held under the patronage of Mohammed bin Rashid and the directives of Ahmed bin Mohammed
2026 Feb 25

DEWA strengthens human capital through knowledge, education and skills development

As part of its social responsibility commitment, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) continues to invest in people as the foundation of sustainable development and a central pillar in building a competitive, knowledge-based economy driven by education, innovation and excellence, in alignment with the UAE’s forward-looking vision.
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