Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has teamed up with the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI), a leading global organization for electric power research and development, to boost energy transition.
The agreement facilitates a robust collaborative framework for training, and fosters the adoption of latest applications in renewable energy, grid modernization, energy storage solutions and more.
Under the partnership, EPRI will offer training programs and courses for DEWA’s employees in different fields, such as smart grids, energy efficiency, distribution asset management, cyber security, energy-sector sustainability, data analytics, renewable systems and photovoltaic integration. The programs aim to empower them for a sustainable future.
HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer MD & CEO – DEWA
“We support the vision of the wise leadership to make Dubai a global hub for clean energy and the green economy, and to enhance its position as a global hub and a knowledge-based economy. DEWA’s employees are the backbone of all our international achievements and success. We collaborate with the most prominent local and international research and innovation centers to provide programs on career and self-development. This helps them turn challenges into opportunities, keep pace with the rapid changes and continue the excellence and leadership journey. This also improves their productivity in all development sectors.”
Arshad Mansoor, President and CEO of EPRI, commented that, “The clean energy transition will only be successful if all of us collectively work together to tackle today’s challenges and tomorrow’s opportunities. Leveraging EPRI’s global expertise in technology transfer, integration of new and emerging low-carbon technologies, and grid modernization, we look forward to working with DEWA, driving innovation for a reliable, affordable, and equitable clean energy transformation.”
Al Tayer also added that, “It supports our role in achieving the Dubai Clean Energy Strategy 2050 and our vision to become a globally leading sustainable innovative corporation committed to achieving net zero by 2050. This also strengthens DEWA’s position as one of the best utilities worldwide in all fields. We spare no efforts to invest in our calibers, and support them to keep the gains and achieve more accomplishments. We provide a positive work environment that motivates innovation and development, while focusing on attracting and empowering Emirati competencies and talents. We provide them with key skills to lead the future and assume a leadership role in climate action and accelerating the energy transition and digital transformation.”
