Abu Dhabi DOE enters deal with IEA
ABU DHABI: The Abu Dhabi Department of Energy (DOE) - the government entity responsible for ensuring the energy sector’s excellence and sustainability in the emirate — has entered a strategic partnership with the International Energy Agency (IEA), to promote knowledge exchange and resource development with a focus on training, capacity building and participation in international events and conferences.
A highlight of the partnership was the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) by both parties. The MOU focuses on one of the areas where the two parties can collaborate, as well as the executive procedures that will be undertaken to achieve the desired results.
Eng. Mohammed bin Jarsh Alfalasi, Undersecretary of the Department of Energy, Abu Dhabi, said: “As Abu Dhabi continues its sustainable growth journey, it is more and more important that we build strategic international partnerships that benefit the Emirate and align with the directives of our wise leadership, its vision for the future, and its dedication to ensuring a beter life for future generations.”
“Our new partnership with the International Energy Agency will allow us to exchange experiences and develop our national expertise to strengthen the capacity of the energy sector in Abu Dhabi. This is important as we face future challenges by using the latest and most efficient technologies based on the highest international standards. The agreement with IEA will open new doors and increase the energy sector’s atractiveness among international investors in Abu Dhabi.”
Dr Fatih Birol, Executive Director of the International Energy Agency, said: “Abu Dhabi is pursuing an ambitious programme that focuses on energy as a top priority to achieve sustainable development across all sectors.