Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD and CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, DEWA, has launched DEWA's Strategy 2021 and the Second Sustainability Report 2014, in support of the directives of Vice President and Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum to promote the green development of the country in line with the UAE Vision 2021.

DEWA's efforts enhance the competitiveness of the UAE, promote Dubai's position as a global hub for sustainability and green economy, and consolidate a culture of excellence, creativity, and innovation.

The launch ceremony was attended by Dr. Matar Al Neyadi, Undersecretary of the UAE Ministry of Energy, Fatima Al Foora Alshamsi, Assistant Under-Secretary for Electricity, Clean Energy and Water Desalination at the Ministry of Energy, Abdullah bin Kalban, CEO and Managing Director of Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA), and Saif Humaid Al Falasi, CEO of Emirates National Oil Company (ENOC).

DEWA's Executive Vice Presidents, Vice Presidents, officials from the public and private sectors, and members of the media were also in attendance.

The theme of DEWA's Strategy 2021 is ‘DEWA at Work: Smarter and brighter energy future for Dubai.' It includes different sections such as seizing opportunities, meeting challenges, strategic drivers, renewed commitment to drive value, mission, strategic goals and priorities, and DEWA's research and innovation map, among other sections.

"In line with the UAE Vision 2021, and Dubai Plan 2021, to set a roadmap of ambitious initiatives and developmental projects for economic growth, energy sustainability and a clean environment, and to promote DEWA's vision to become a sustainable innovative world-class utility, we work to provide the best government services and implement the best international practices to make people as satisfied and happy as possible. Today, we announce DEWA Strategy 2021, which emphasises the need to continue these efforts to take Dubai to the next level on its journey to celebrate the Union's Golden Jubilee in seven years," said Al Tayer in his keynote speech.

"This strategy will provide the support for the process to make effective strategic decisions, and develop a road map that enables DEWA to support Dubai's ongoing development. It will serve as a reference point during the strategic planning process that supports DEWA's operational planning. This comprehensive strategy defines our strategic objectives and our relationship with our stakeholders and partners. We have also developed the map for research and innovation, which will enhance our journey towards achieving more success and excellence," he added.

"Today, we also launch DEWA's second annual Sustainability Report, to inform our stakeholders about DEWA's sustainability performance and practices. The report was prepared in accordance with the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) G4 Guidelines' Core option. The GRI produces a globally-recognised sustainability reporting standard, used by organisations around the world to communicate their sustainability performance and impact. The report addresses the most important sustainability issues relevant to our performance and our stakeholders, such as economic development, energy efficiency and climate change, customer relations, water availability and quality, environmental protection, employee relations, stakeholders and community. The report also showcases case studies which highlight DEWA's achievements with regards to the economic, social, and environment pillars of sustainability," noted Al Tayer.

At the event, Dr. Abdulla Al Hammadi, Vice President of Strategy and Performance Management at DEWA, reviewed DEWA's Strategy 2021, and Mohammed Al Shamsi, Senior Manager of Sustainability and Climate Change, at DEWA highlighted the Sustainability Report 2014.
Source: WAM