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Etihad Energy Services Company (Etihad ESCO) has been awarded the development, and installation of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems to be installed at Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) water reservoirs. The installation of solar PV systems on DEWA’s water reservoirs will reduce the Emirate’s carbon footprint and increase the proportion of solar power in Dubai’s energy mix.
“The installation of solar PV systems at DEWA water reservoirs comes under the implementation of the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai to transform Dubai into one of the most
sustainable cities in the world. The solar PV systems will promote sustainable development, which will reinforce the UAE’s position as one of the most advanced countries for alternative energy,†said Ali Al Jassim, CEO of Etihad ESCO.
Etihad ESCO will design the solar PV systems and install them on DEWA’s water reservoirs.