In line with its commitment to the UN Sustainable Development Goal of ensuring the availability and sustainable management of water, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has invested $250 million in the projects to develop the construction of water production plants utilising Sea Water Reverse Osmosis (SWRO) technology, a solar energy project, and the allocation of industrial land to support operations.
DEWA aims to produce 100% desalinated water using clean energy and waste heat by 2030. DEWA is dedicated to enhancing water resources through innovative technologies.
Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of DEWA, highlighted the three pillars for sustainable water production, emphasising the use of clean solar power for desalination. DEWA’s Hassyan desalination project, the world’s largest solar-powered desalination plant based on the Independent Water Producer model, is a testament to this commitment. With a capacity of 180 MIGD, the project has an investment of AED 3.357 billion and will increase to 670 MIGD by 2027. As per the firm it is committed to sustainability, innovation, and efficient water management positions.
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