Nod from Dewa mandatory to set up e-charging stations
dubai — Getting approval from the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (Dewa) is a must for setting up electric vehicle charging stations in Dubai, a new law has said.
Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, has issued Directive number 1 of 2017, explaining the conditions for the establishment and installation of electric vehicle charging stations.
This directive states that all public and private organisations and developers must get approvals from Dewa before establishing, installing, operating or maintaining any electric vehicle charging station. Dewa will coordinate with the Dubai Municipality (DM) and the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) to ensure that electric vehicle charging stations meet the technical requirements and standards adopted by the relevant authorities.
“The Dubai Supreme Council of Energy has issued Directive number 1 of 2017 to achieve sustainability based on the best global standards and practices that meet Dewa’s technical requirements. This supports the wise vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, to enhance sustainable development,” said Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Vice-Chairman of the Supreme Council of Energy.
“Under the umbrella of the Supreme Council of Energy, Dewa and
Dewa and RTA intend to implement the Dubai Green Transport initiative to promote the use of electric and hybrid cars, and reduce carbon emissions caused by land transport.” Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Vice-Chairman of the Supreme Council of Energy
RTA intend to implement the Dubai Green Transport initiative to promote the use of electric and hybrid cars, and reduce carbon emissions caused by land transport.
This supports the Dubai Plan 2021, and the Dubai Clean Energy Strategy 2050 to make Dubai the city with the lowest carbon footprint in the world by 2050. This also supports the Dubai Carbon Abatement Strategy to reduce 16 per cent of carbon emissions by 2021,” added Al Tayer.
“Electricity tariffs at the charging stations will be clearly defined by the Government of Dubai. The Dewa will duly adhere to these tariffs. We urge the public and private sectors to collaborate with each other to achieve these ambitious targets,” said Ahmad Al Muhairbi, Secretary-General of the council.
Dewa has successfully installed 100 electric vehicle charging stations in different areas in Dubai, in cooperation with many stakeholders who helped to identify the most appropriate locations for the stations.