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2025 Jan 21

DEWA’s R&D Centre promotes collaboration with universities and research centres to sharpen skills of Emirati youth

Al Baheth programme, launched by the Research and Development (R&D) Centre of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), strengthens collaboration with companies, universities and research centres around the world. The programme aims to enhance the research and professional skills of national talent, providing them with opportunities to work at DEWA and the chance contribute to projects advancing energy and water research, and initiatives to address future challenges. It also engages local and international universities in research and development by involving their top technical candidates in projects alongside DEWA’s researchers across various fields.

2025 Jan 20

DEWA’s investment in generative AI enhances the efficiency and productivity of its virtual employee Rammas

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has enhanced the efficiency and productivity of its virtual employee Rammas by investing in the latest generative artificial intelligence (AI) technology, with the number of inquiries answered by the chatbot increasing by 10% over the past year compared to 2023. Rammas responded to two million inquiries in 2024, raising the number of inquiries it has answered since launch – through DEWA’s various channels of communication – to more than 10.6 million.
2025 Jan 19

DEWA’s projects in Hatta: supporting sustainability and promoting sustainable development in the region

In line with the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, to make Hatta a global model for harmony between humans and nature that is driven by innovation in sustainable development reflecting the UAE's ambition, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) continues to implement innovative and ambitious projects in Hatta to promote sustainability. One of DEWA's projects in the area is the Hatta Sustainable Waterfalls project, inaugurated by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum in December 2024. DEWA implemented the project at a cost of approximately AED 60 million as part of its social responsibility to make it a distinctive tourist destination.
2025 Jan 18

DEWA conducts activities to plant mangrove trees and clean Jebel Ali Marine Sanctuary, in collaboration with Emirates Marine Environmental Group

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) organised a campaign that included a series of activities in collaboration with the Emirates Marine Environmental Group to plant mangrove trees in the Jebel Ali Marine Sanctuary and clean its beach. The Jebel Ali Marine Sanctuary is one of Dubai’s most important nature reserves. More than 500 employees and their families, employees from some of DEWA’s subsidiaries and students from DEWA Academy participated in the activities. Participants successfully planted 6,850 mangrove trees and removed 256 kilograms of plastic from the sanctuary’s beach.
2025 Jan 17

HE Saeed Al Tayer meets Acting Director General of Dubai Municipality to discuss strengthening co-operation

HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), met HE Marwan bin Ghalita, Acting Director General of Dubai Municipality, to discuss ways to enhance the strategic partnership between the two organisations and achieve shared goals, contributing to the vision of the wise leadership to make Dubai a sustainable and smart city. The meeting also addressed future initiatives and joint projects, particularly in sustainability, infrastructure and clean and renewable energy.
2025 Jan 16

DEWA shares its experience in empowering women and youth as well as its pioneering renewable and clean energy projects and initiatives at ADSW 2025

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) concluded its participation in the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) 2025 hosted by Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company (Masdar). A number of DEWA’s female staff participated in seminars and panel discussions on DEWA’s experience in empowering women and youth in sustainability. They also highlighted DEWA’s key clean and renewable energy projects.

2025 Jan 15

Mansoor bin Mohammed opens the 10th edition of the Dubai International Project Management Forum

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Ports and Borders Security Council, opened the 10th edition of the Dubai International Project Management Forum (DIPMF) at Madinat Jumeirah.
2025 Jan 15

DEWA highlights its experience in implementing leading renewable and clean energy projects at DIPFM

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) is co-organising the Dubai International Project Management Forum (DIPMF) alongside the Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA). At the forum, DEWA is showcasing its expertise in implementing pioneering projects to diversify energy sources, including various clean and renewable energy technologies. These efforts align with the Dubai Clean Energy Strategy 2050 and the Dubai Net Zero Carbon Emissions Strategy 2050, which aim to achieve 100% of the Emirate’s energy production capacity from clean energy sources by 2050. The list of DIPMF organisers also includes DP World Group, Emaar Properties, and the Project Management Institute (PMI).
2025 Jan 14

DEWA, DP World, Emaar, and PMI Confirmed as Co-Organisers of the 10th Dubai International Project Management Forum (DIPMF)

Mattar Al Tayer: Partnerships with leading entities contributed to delivering innovative ideas and solutions in project management Saeed Al Tayer: A global platform for exchanging expertise and best practices in project management

2025 Jan 14

MoHESR and DEWA join forces to align the scholarship programme with national priorities

The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MoHESR) has partnered with Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) to enhance the scholarship programme for Emirati students, aligning it with national priorities. This collaboration aims to equip students with cutting-edge knowledge and skills, ensuring they meet labour market requirements and excel in their careers after graduation.
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