DSCE to increase energy and water efficiency in Dubai.
- DSCE aims to reduce water and electricity consumption through green building activities, building retrofits, efficient operation of industrial and government facilities, and the use of treated wastewater, external lighting, and cooling.
- Review programs to reduce water and electricity consumption with the participation of public and private organizations to promote a sustainable green future encouraged by DSCE.
- As of the end of January, the number of electric and hybrid vehicles in Dubai reached 49,300, and more than 390 charging stations were installed.
Dubai’s 81st meeting of the Supreme Council of Energy was chaired by H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, the council’s Chairman.
The meeting was held virtually and attended by Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, the Vice Chairman of the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy.
Other attendees included Ahmed Buti Al Muhairbi, the Secretary-General of the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, and board members from various organizations.
The council discussed the Demand Side Management Strategy for 2030 and 2050, which aims to reduce water and electricity consumption through green building activities, building retrofits, efficient operation of industrial and government facilities, and the use of treated wastewater, external lighting, and cooling.
The council is committed to making Dubai a leading example in efficient energy and water demand management.
Al Tayer mentioned that the council regularly reviews programs to reduce water and electricity consumption with the participation of public and private organizations, in line with the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, to promote a green economy and sustainable development.
The council’s efforts aim to achieve standards and mechanisms that demonstrate the effectiveness of implementation and the percentages achieved in energy resource management.
Al Muhairbi noted that updating the council’s existing strategies reflects the degrees of achievement of the set goals to ensure the effectiveness of the existing programs, aligned with the desired goals in the areas of sustainable development for Dubai.
The council also discussed recommendations to increase the infrastructure for electric vehicle charging stations across the Emirate.
The council looks forward to supporting private companies in building and installing charging stations in line with the public-private partnership model.
As of the end of January, the number of electric and hybrid vehicles in Dubai reached 49,300, and more than 390 charging stations were installed.
The number of charging stations will increase in the coming years.
More on Visions:
