Work at full tilt at Mohammed bin Rashid Solar Plant’s R&D Centre

DUBAI / WAM

The Senior Management of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has got firsthand experience of the progress of work at the Research & Development (R&D) Centre, at the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park, in Seih Al-Dahal, Dubai as part of a regular follow-up of DEWA’s essential projects. Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO, DEWA, was briefed on the progress of the R&D Centre, by representatives from Stantec International; the consulting company responsible for design and construction of the Centre, as well as representatives from Reem Capital Contracting, RCC. Al Tayer stressed
the need to adhere to the highest standards of security, health and safety, and to complete the project according to the highest quality standards and the project contractual schedule.
“In line with the directives of Vice President and Prime Minister of UAE and Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, and in adherence with the National Innovation Strategy, we are working to enhance the excellence and competitiveness of the UAE and Dubai, by providing the highest quality government services. The R&D Centre will adopt a strategic perspective to keep abreast of scientific and research developments in the field of renewable energy, and will support the objectives of the Dubai Clean Energy Strategy 2050 to diversify energy sources and enhance energy efficiency,” he noted.
“The Centre aims to support DEWA’s vision to promote sustainability in energy supply, diversify energy sources, and create a business environment that encourages innovation. It also aims to support Dubai’s strategy to build a knowledge-based economy by improving efficiency standards and supporting renewable energy initiatives, especially the solar energy and related initiatives and activities.