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2026 Oct 06

WGES 2026 discusses the role of sustainable energy infrastructure in advancing the green economy

Under the patronage of HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) and the World Green Economy Organization (WGEO) are organising the 12th World Green Economy Summit (WGES) on 21 and 22 October 2026 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, under the theme ‘From Success to Scale: Showcasing the Green Economy’.

2026 Oct 05

HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer receives Georgetown University delegation under the WGEO Youth and Academia Platform

HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Chairman of the World Green Economy Organization (WGEO) and MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), received a delegation of around 45 students, faculty and staff from Georgetown University at Al Shera’a, DEWA’s headquarters. The visit was organised under WGEO’s Youth and Academia Platform to strengthen knowledge exchange between academia and leading organisations advancing the green economy.
2026 Oct 04

DEWA raises the Hamdan Bin Mohammed Programme for Government Services Flag at Al Shera’a, its new headquarters

HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), raised the Hamdan Bin Mohammed Programme for Government Services Flag 2025 at Al Shera’a, DEWA’s new headquarters. The ceremony was attended by a delegation from the Executive Council of Dubai headed by Dr Hazza Khalfan Al Nuaimi, Assistant Secretary General for Excellence and Government Services Sector at the Executive Council of Dubai and included Eman Mohammed Al Suwaidi, Executive Director of Assessment and Studies at the General Secretariat of The Executive Council, Ahmed Huraimel, Director of Government Services and Excellence at The Executive Council. DEWA’s Executive Vice Presidents also attended.

2026 Oct 03

DEWA’s Smart Bank Guarantee system reduces transaction turnaround time by 95%

HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), announced that DEWA’s Smart Bank Guarantee System has reduced transaction turnaround time by 95% and decreased reliance on physical bank guarantees by 74%. The system processes approximately 2,500 bank guarantees annually, with a total value of around AED 1 billion.
2026 Oct 02

DEWA Women’s Committee marks Emirati Women’s Day through month-long programme across headquarters and branches

More than 600 female employees of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) took part in a month-long Emirati Women’s Day programme that highlighted the UAE’s continued commitment to empowering women and recognising their contributions to national development.
2026 Oct 01

WGES 2026 to explore the role of governance in accelerating the green transition

The 12th edition of the World Green Economy Summit (WGES) will shine the spotlight on policies, regulations and governance frameworks needed to accelerate the global transition to a green economy when it convenes on 21 and 22 October 2026 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The summit, convened under the patronage of

2026 Sep 30

HE Saeed Al Tayer visits DEWA stand at 2026 edition of Ru’ya Careers UAE fair

HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), visited DEWA’s stand at Ru’ya Careers UAE 2026, where he reviewed the initiatives and programmes showcased by DEWA to attract and empower Emirati talent and equip them with the skills to succeed in future and evolving roles. He was also briefed on the career and professional development opportunities available to national talent.
2026 Sep 29

DEWA transforms 76% of its services into agentic AI-powered services

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has successfully transformed 16 of its 21 services into agentic artificial intelligence (agentic AI)-powered services in less than 90 days, representing 76% of its total service portfolio. The remaining 5 services will be completed within the next two months. The achievement far exceeds the government target of transforming 50% of services within two years, enhancing autonomous execution and decision-making while contributing to a more efficient and proactive government model.
2026 Sep 28

135 global thought leaders, decision-makers and experts to speak at World Green Economy Summit 2026

Under the patronage of HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) and the World Green Economy Organization (WGEO) will organise the 12th edition of the World Green Economy Summit (WGES) on 21-22 October 2026 at the Dubai World Trade Centre.
2026 Sep 27

Noor Energy 1 Announces Successful Refinancing of the fourth phase of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park at USD 2.70 Billion

His Excellency Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), announced the successful refinancing of the Noor Energy 1 project at USD 2.70 billion, well ahead of the target date, during a speech delivered at Al Sheraa Building, DEWA’s headquarters, in the presence of representatives of the lenders, sponsors, partners, and the Noor Energy 1 refinancing team. A consortium led by DEWA and Acwa formed a project company, Noor Energy 1, to design, build, and operate the fourth phase of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park.

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