HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Managing Director and CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), recently hosted Anne Le Guennec, CEO of Veolia’s Water Tech Zone, for a high-level meeting focused on enhancing cooperation in sustainable water resource management.
The discussion centered on advancing innovative water treatment technologies and implementing smart solutions to boost operational efficiency and environmental sustainability. This initiative aligns with the UAE and Dubai’s broader vision of transitioning to a green economy.
During the meeting, Al Tayer highlighted DEWA’s major initiatives in the water sector, including clean energy-powered desalination projects and the utility’s digital transformation efforts. These include smart monitoring systems designed to optimize demand and ensure long-term resource sustainability.
He emphasized that partnerships with global leaders like Veolia are vital to achieving the Dubai Clean Energy Strategy 2050 and the Dubai Net Zero Carbon Emissions Strategy 2050. These strategies aim to position Dubai as a global hub for clean energy and sustainable development.
DEWA is committed to developing water infrastructure that meets the highest international standards of efficiency and reliability. The organization is also leveraging cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence, predictive analytics, and intelligent water network control systems to ensure sustainable resource management.
Anne Le Guennec praised DEWA’s leadership in integrating innovation and sustainability into its operations and expressed Veolia’s strong interest in deepening collaboration to support Dubai’s sustainable development goals.
(Source: Construction Business News)