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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.
2026 Feb 24

Suqia UAE highlights impact‑driven innovation in fifth cycle of Mohammed bin Rashid Global Water Award

The UAE Water Aid Foundation (Suqia UAE) has released updated guidelines for the fifth cycle of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Water Award, which offers USD 1 million in prizes and is open for submissions until 30 April 2026. The guidance clarifies key eligibility and evaluation criteria, including confirmation that holding a patent is not required to apply and that intellectual property rights remain fully protected, with ownership retained by applicants throughout the submission process. Suqia emphasised that the primary evaluation criterion is an innovation’s ability to deliver measurable, real‑world impact by providing clean and safe water to communities in need.
2026 Feb 21

DEWA’s Youth Council encourages active lifestyles and environmental awareness during Mushrif Park visit

The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) Youth Council organised an interactive trip to Mushrif Park in Dubai, with the participation of 60 young employees. The event featured a variety of sports, recreational and environmental activities aimed at strengthening community ties and encouraging meaningful engagement with nature.

2026 Feb 20

DEWA Women’s Committee celebrates the noble values of the holy month of Ramadan

The Women Committee of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) organised a series of awareness lectures during the Holy Month of Ramadan, aimed at strengthening family and societal bonds. These initiatives sought to promote the noble values embodied by this blessed month, including cohesion, tolerance, respect for cultural diversity and the responsible preservation of blessings and resources. The committee also hosted workshops in collaboration with Huom Culinary Arts Canvas, focusing on local hospitality traditions, essential cooking and baking skills, and the preparation of a diverse range of local and international dishes.
2026 Feb 19

DEWA highlights clean energy projects to the Ambassador of India to the UAE

HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), welcomed HE Dr Deepak Mittal, Ambassador of India to the UAE, and HE Satish Sivan, Consul General of India in Dubai and the Northern Emirates. During the meeting, Al Tayer emphasised DEWA’s commitment to building strong relationships with diplomatic missions and enhancing collaboration with Indian companies across the energy and water sectors.
2026 Feb 18

Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Water Award prioritises AI-driven innovation to address global water challenges

The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Water Award is driving the adoption of advanced technologies to accelerate the development of scalable, sustainable and cost-efficient solutions to the global water crisis, with artificial intelligence (AI) emerging as a key focus in its fifth cycle.

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