Dubai: Etihad Energy Services Company (Etihad ESCO), a wholly owned subsidiary of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), has announced the completion of Dubai’s first energy savings performance contract (ESPC) with proven results.
According to Emirates News Agency, the retrofit project, launched in 2015 and concluded in 2024, marks a significant milestone in Dubai’s transformation into a smart, green city. It offers an innovative model for enhancing energy efficiency in buildings and facilities, setting global benchmarks in reducing operational costs through improved operations. This aligns with the Dubai Demand Side Management Strategy 2050.
The pioneering project included the retrofit of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, lighting, water, and building insulation systems at DEWA’s facilities. These facilities include DEWA’s headquarters and buildings in Al Hudaiba, Umm Ramool, Al Wasl, and Burj Nahar, as well as administrative buildings at the G and L stations.
DEWA’s headquarters also saw a comprehensive retrofit of the chilled water system, involving the installation of advanced chillers with a magnetic bearing system. These enhancements aim to promote operational excellence and support energy consumption reduction and environmental conservation.
Over six years, the project achieved savings of approximately 35.2 gigawatt hours of electricity and 2.8 million imperial gallons of water, while reducing nearly 14,452 tonnes of CO2 emissions.
Dr Waleed Alnuaimi, CEO of Etihad ESCO, stated that this project highlights the depth of the partnership between the two organizations in driving sustainability. He expressed pride in their active role in making Dubai one of the most sustainable cities globally, through projects that promote energy efficiency and generate long-term financial and environmental savings.
The project’s benefits extend beyond direct savings to enhancing smart infrastructure and raising operational performance standards, supporting Dubai’s ambitions to become a global hub for innovation and energy efficiency.