DEWA and Majid Al Futtaim Discuss Strategic Collaboration to Advance UAE’s Clean Energy and Sustainability Goals

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) Managing Director and CEO HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer held a high-level meeting with Fadel Al Ali, Chairman of Majid Al Futtaim (MAF) Group, to explore enhanced cooperation in renewable energy, sustainability and smart infrastructure solutions. The meeting underscores a shared commitment to supporting Dubai’s and the UAE’s long-term strategies for clean energy and net-zero emissions.

Discussions focused on integrating DEWA’s advanced clean energy technologies and smart grid solutions across Majid Al Futtaim’s regional operations to optimise energy and water consumption. Key areas included the application of artificial intelligence (AI) and data analytics to accelerate sustainability outcomes.

Al Tayer highlighted DEWA’s strategic initiatives aimed at diversifying Dubai’s energy mix and reducing carbon emissions in alignment with the Dubai Clean Energy Strategy 2050 and the Dubai Net Zero Carbon Emissions Strategy 2050, which target 100% clean energy generation by 2050. He also emphasised the role of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park, the world’s largest single-site solar park, which is expected to reach 8,000MW of capacity by 2030 under the independent power producer model.

“Our partnership reflects DEWA’s commitment to supporting national companies in achieving their sustainability goals and advancing the UAE’s position as a global leader in clean energy and digital transformation,” Al Tayer said.

Fadel Al Ali reaffirmed Majid Al Futtaim’s dedication to sustainability as a core business principle, noting that public-private partnerships are crucial for accelerating the UAE’s clean energy transition.

“Collaborating with DEWA allows us to implement pioneering clean energy solutions and smart technologies that contribute to the UAE’s net-zero ambitions and foster a more energy-efficient future,” Al Ali said.

The meeting marks a strengthened alliance between the public and private sectors to drive the UAE’s transition towards a sustainable, low-carbon economy.