Day: September 28, 2022

The 24th Water, Energy, Technology and Environment Exhibition (WETEX) and Dubai Solar Show (DSS) 2022 is witnessing a remarkable growth in the number of international pavilions participating. This year, the exhibition will host 20 international pavilions, extending over an area of 62,513 square metres, with the participation of more than 1,750 companies from 55 countries, in addition to 64 sponsors and 30 sponsors and supporting associations.

 

WETEX & DSS 2022 is held under the directives of HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and under the patronage of HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy. It is organised by Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) from 27 to 29 September 2022 at the Dubai World Trade Centre.

 

HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD&CEO of DEWA, Founder and Chairman of WETEX & DSS, expressed his happiness with the annual growth of the exhibition and its success in attracting more countries and major international companies each year.

 

“Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) organises WETEX and Dubai Solar Show annually under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy.

 

WETEX and DSS, which is the largest of its kind in the region and one of the most prominent specialised exhibitions worldwide, brings together prominent global organisations specialised in water, clean and renewable energy, the environment, gas, green development, sustainability and related industries to present their latest technologies and innovative products. They can also leverage on the available trade and investment opportunities, especially in light of the great developments in the UAE and the facilities it provides to investors, in addition to the significant expansion in using clean and renewable energy in the region. Through this important event, we also enhance national and global efforts in sustainability, supporting the UN Sustainable Development Goals 2030,” said Al Tayer.

 

“The exhibition provides an integrated platform for meeting decision-makers, investors, buyers and interested people from around the world to make deals and create partnerships. Additionally, participants identify market needs and learn about the most prominent current and future projects as well as opportunities to participate in solar energy projects and programmes in the region,” said Dr Yousef Al Akraf, Executive Vice President of Business Support and Human Resources at DEWA, and Chairperson of the Sales, Logistics and Sponsorships Committee for WETEX & DSS.

 

The international pavilions participating in the exhibition, which is the largest of its kind in the region and one of the most prominent specialist international exhibitions include India, China, Italy, South Korea, Poland, Switzerland, Russia, Chile, Singapore, Japan, Belgium, Israel, the Netherlands, Germany, and Czech Republic, among others.

 

Large participation from India at WETEX and DSS 2022

 

The 24th Water, Energy, Technology and Environment Exhibition (WETEX) and Dubai Solar Show (DSS) 2022 is witnessing large Indian participation at the Indian pavilion in the exhibition. 30 companies under the umbrella of the Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC), besides around 15 companies, are showcasing their latest innovative technologies and products in energy, water, environment, Information Technology, and clean and renewable energy.

 

India is the second largest trade partner of the UAE. The UAE is the third largest trade partner of India. The comprehensive economic partnership signed between the two countries in February 2022 is expected to double the trading between the UAE and India by 120% to reach USD 100 billion in 5 years, while it is currently USD 45 billion.

 

Meet GreenEvo companies – reliable suppliers of smart eco-friendly solutions

 

Poland is one of the leading countries in green technologies. This year, MK Business Link in cooperation with Poland’s Ministry of Climate and Environment and Polish Chamber of Commerce, have attracted many innovative companies to present their unique, sustainable solutions at WETEX & Dubai Solar Show 2022 as a Part of the Polish Pavilion number (6-B 5).

 

Commenting on the exhibition’s success, Małgorzata Panek-Kasińska, CEO of MK Business Link, said, “As the official representative of Polish companies participating at WETEX & Dubai Solar Show, we are successfully promoting this event in Poland. Our main aim is to build WETEX brand awareness among the Polish companies, increase the participation of our Polish community in the events and assist in the growth of the trade fairs. We support our Emirati partners in finding the best solutions to establish future business relationships with Polish companies.”

 

In 2021 MK Business Link assisted with the business mission with representatives of Poland’s Ministry of Climate and Environment and 12 winners of the “GreenEvo – Green Technology Accelerator” programme. MK Business Link has organised the specially dedicated seminar “Meet GreenEvo companies – reliable suppliers of smart eco-friendly solutions”, that gave the Polish companies a prime opportunity to present innovative green technology.

 

“The technologies presented in Dubai by the representatives of Polish companies present here are not only innovative, but more importantly, ready for implementation. They have been tested and are being successfully used in numerous projects,” said the Minister of Climate and Environment of Poland, during the seminar.

 

It was a significant visit for Polish companies, giving them the chance to experience the UAE market first-hand. For many, it was the driving force behind their decision to exhibit during WETEX 2022. The Polish exhibitors will present a variety of solutions for today’s problems and all of them have already been recognised by European and international institutions.

 

During the three-day event, visitors can meet representatives of the Ministry of Climate and Environment of Poland as well as the leading and most prominent green technology companies in Poland:

 

1. Petrovision Piotr Kaczmarek – producer of very high accuracy GPS tracking system,

 

2. Dagas – producer of REDUXCO – a chemical substance that reduces the energy of chemical reaction and harmful gas emissions,

 

3. PPHU AGATA – the leading dust control service provider in Poland,

 

4. EKOINWENTYKA – a business from the field of air purification,

 

5. Photo Survey – provider of solutions in the field of agricultural biomass wastes fuel,

 

6. Ekotop Roman Sobczyk – provider of sludge management technologies,

 

7. PROTE Technologies for our Environment – company from the field of wastewater management, water quality and safety, as well as site assessments and reclamation,

 

8. Marbet Wil – the only company in the world that has the technology which enables the transformation of solid or liquid sulphur into SULSTAR sulphur binder.

 

All of the companies are the Laureates of “Greenvo – Green Technology Accelerator Programme” – an innovative program of Poland’s Ministry of Climate and Environment aiming to create favorable conditions for promoting Polish pro-ecological technologies on a national and international level.

 

On 27 th September, the first day of WETEX,  a delegation from the Ministry of Climate and Environment in Poland inaugurated a series of expert seminars with a presentation of the most prominent polish green energy companies, the laureates of the GreenEvo – Green Technology Accelerator contest.

 

The Polish government is undertaking numerous steps in terms of global energy transformation. One of them is a new strategic document – the “Energy Policy of Poland until 2040” which assumes that more than half of the installed capacity will be zero-emission sources. A special role in this process will be played by the implementation of offshore wind energy into the Polish electricity system.

 

Chile showcases latest renewable energy technologies during its participation in WETEX and Dubai Solar Show 2022

 

WETEX and Dubai Solar Show 2022 host several leading companies from Chile to showcase their latest technologies and innovative solutions in clean and renewable energy, especially photovoltaic solar power. Chilean companies will exhibit solutions on renewable energy, with a focus on energy efficiency and sustainability. During their participation, Chilean companies will explore the most prominent opportunities offered by the region’s markets to expand their green hydrogen-related projects.

 

“Chile will showcase its compromise with the goal of decarbonising its economy and how it’s advancing such goal in many projects based on renewable energy, having in mind the climate crisis. Together with the ongoing rapid expansion of renewable energy in the Chilean energy matrix, Chile wants to focus on the development of new green energy sources like green hydrogen. Cooperation with the UAE and Dubai is highly important due to hosting COP 28 next year,” said HE Patricio Diaz, Ambassador of Chile in the UAE.

 

DEWA organises the 24th edition of the exhibition from 27 to 29 September 2022. The Chilean pavilion is in Hall 01- G5 at the Dubai World Trade Centre.

 

The economic relationship between the UAE and the Republic of Chile has witnessed continuous growth over the past years. This included the signing of several economic agreements to enhance and strengthen trade exchange, which in 2020 amounted to about USD 281 million. Chile has successfully produced 46% of energy from renewable sources and is working to increase it to 70% by 2050.

 

WETEX & DSS attracts wide range of South Korean companies specialised in water systems & low-carbon technologies

 

The Water, Energy, Technology and Environment Exhibition (WETEX) and Dubai Solar Show (DSS) annually attract major South Korean companies specialising in water and renewable energy. These companies view the exhibition as an ideal platform to showcase the leading Korean experience in this field and consider the event a great platform to establish new partnerships in promising markets in the region and the UAE.

 

Over its past 23 editions, WETEX and DSS witnessed the participation of 3 Korean supporting organisations and 11 South Korean companies. Korea Water Partnership (KWP) leads the Korean Pavilion in this exhibition.

 

“Korean companies were able to achieve fine results through participation in WETEX and DSS 2021, and we expect that various performances will be obtained this year as well,” said Seulgi Kim, Manager of Korea Water Partnership (KWP).

 

Belgian pavilion at WETEX and DSS sheds lights on water engineering and circular economy technologies

 

The Belgian pavilion at WETEX and DSS 2022 includes 6 companies. The participating companies highlight their innovative technologies in water engineering, Blockchain, circular economy, water desalination, and domestic wastewater treatment plant.

 

Flanders Investment and Trade (FIT) is organising the Belgium Pavilion at WETEX 2022, in Hall 3 at the Dubai World Trade Centre.

 

Belgium is the fourth trade partner of the UAE within the European Union. It accounts for about 13.4% of the non-oil foreign trade between the UAE and the European Union countries. Non-oil trade between the UAE and Belgium reached USD 7 billion in 2021, a growth of 46% compared to 2020.

 

“We at FIT are proud to introduce our finest companies specialised in solutions focused on sustainability and green energy technology. This year, some participants are companies with specialised technologies for water (water desalination, sewage and water treatment equipment, industrial wastewater treatment). Others propose systems to generate green energy and high-energy efficient cookers. We invite you to come and visit us at our Belgium pavilion at WETEX and Dubai Solar Show,” said Kris Put, Trade Commissioner for Flanders in the UAE.

 

Italian pavilion at WETEX and Dubai Solar Show 2022 hosts 51 companies to showcase their latest technologies in energy, water, and sustainability

 

The Italian pavilion at the Water, Energy, Technology, and Environment Exhibition (WETEX) and Dubai Solar Show 2022 hosts 51 companies specialised in energy, water, and green technologies. They will show their latest solutions and innovative technologies. Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) organises the 24th edition of the exhibition from 27 to 29 September 2022. The Italian Trade Agency is organising the Italian pavilion at WETEX 2022, in collaboration with the Embassy of Italy to the UAE and the Consulate General of Italy in Dubai. The Italian pavilion is in Hall number 6 at the Dubai World Trade Centre.

 

His Excellency Giuseppe Finocchiaro, Consul General of Italy in Dubai, said: “Italy’s relation with the UAE is long-standing and diverse, with cooperation in many different sectors and potential for more. The main areas of mutual interest range from innovation to renewable energy and water solutions, from technology to infrastructure, SMEs, startups, smart cities and the circular economy – all key in the UAE Vision to build a future economy.

 

Italy is Europe’s second largest manufacturer and the world’s sixth country exporting technologies used exclusively for renewable energy. This puts Italian companies in a strong position to share their expertise at the 24th edition of WETEX.  In order to affirm its pledge to a green transition, our country has developed an Integrated National Plan for Energy and Climate, which aims to increase its share of renewables to 32 per cent by 2030.”

 

When it comes to the UAE, Italy is the fourth exporting country of technologies used exclusively in renewable energy sources. Air or vacuum pumps, air or other gas compressors and fans, extractor or recycling hoods with built-in fans, account for almost 50% of the market share, while diodes, transistors and photosensitive semiconductor devices, including photovoltaic cells are part of the category that saw the biggest spike in request from one year to the other (+127% in the first semester of 2022), followed by engines and driving machines with 56% increase in the value of goods imported to the UAE until June 2022.

 

Amedeo Scarpa, Italian Trade Commissioner to the UAE said, “Italy and the United Arab Emirates are fully aligned in their efforts to tackle the current climate challenges and WETEX is the ideal platform to further develop the bilateral trade relationship in the renewable energy sector.

 

“With Euro 154 million worth of products exported to the UAE in 2021, Italy is the second European supplier to this country when it comes to technologies for the renewable energy sector. The Italian export industry has been consolidating and growing over the years and registered a 14% increase last year versus the 2020.

 

“We are back at WETEX with even more skilled Italian companies as sustainability is a priority in our agenda; our motto this year is “sustainability is sustainabITALY.” concluded Mr Scarpa.

 

During the three-day fair, visitors can meet with Italian manufacturers and service providers who offer advanced solutions to environmental and food sanitation, integrated waste treatments, environmental rehabilitation plants, water treatments, dewatering equipment, chemical dosing, seawater desalination plants, alternative fuels, metering pumps, laboratory testing, renewable energy systems, and plants for civil use and agriculture.

 

WETEX  & Dubai Solar Show brings the latest innovations by Russian companies in renewable energy and sustainability

 

Russian companies specialised in sustainability, water, smart grids, and renewable energy are showcasing their latest innovations at the Russian pavilion at the Water, Energy, Technology and Environment Exhibition (WETEX) and Dubai Solar Show (DSS). The exhibition is an ideal opportunity to promote business opportunities and showcase the latest innovations of Russian companies in these fields. The exhibition also encourages and facilitates the access of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to the markets of the two countries, as well as explores new opportunities to increase trade and investment volume in key sectors. This is in line with the two countries’ objectives to create a more sustainable economic model based on innovation, knowledge and advanced technology.

 

The UAE is the top Arab destination for Russian investments and accounts for 90% of Russia’s total investments in Arab countries. Meanwhile, the UAE is the largest Arab investor in Russia and contributes more than 80% of the total Arab investments there. The UAE market is home to more than 4,000 Russian companies. The UAE and Russia look into cooperation in the areas of circular economy and green economy. They encourage the business community in both countries to invest in various vital and future sectors. These include renewable energy, industry, logistics, space, automobiles, medicine, medical technology, transportation, agriculture, food, real estate, infrastructure, minerals and mining. They also encourage exploring opportunities for cooperation in solar energy, green hydrogen, carbon liquefaction and renewable energy solutions.

 

13 Russian companies are participating in WETEX & DSS 2022:

 

• ALTA GROUP, an expert in the design and production of wastewater treatment facilities for domestic and surface wastewater, as well as products for outdoor engineering networks

 

• ECOLIGHT Ltd, low-voltage electrical equipment manufacturer

 

• Eco-Spectrum LLC is introducing new technologies to improve waste management processes based on the latest scientific achievements and a combination of environmental protection criteria enabling their engineering application

 

• JSC Filter, a manufacturer of FTOV filter elements designed for cleaning from mechanical particles with a size of 1-100 microns for drinking and processing water and liquid materials

 

• FINGO is a leading manufacturer and supplier of innovative air pollution control technology

 

• Innovatics offering a unique technology for the production of solar roofing, which provides autonomous power generation and heating of household facilities

 

• MKC Group, an engineering company that specialises in the construction of turnkey energy facilities, including gas genset power plants (mini-MPP)

 

• Neptun, developer and manufacturer of environmentally friendly technologies and high-performance equipment for industrial and domestic water treatment systems

 

• LLC NPO Ecosystema, the largest Russian manufacturer of water treatment equipment and wastewater treatment complexes

 

• NUCON LLC, leading Russian manufacturing plant for the development and serial production of a wide range of capacitors

 

• TEKVEL LLC, a company providing services and solutions in the field of relay protection and automation of electric power facilities

 

• Titan Power Solution LLC, the largest manufacturer of solutions based on supercapacitors and Li-ion batteries in Russia

 

• Yablochkov (LLC Upiter), a developer of charging systems for electric vehicles.

 

WETEX & DSS attract prominent Swiss companies specialised in sustainability, water and renewable energy technologies

 

The 24th edition of the Water, Energy, Technology and Environment Exhibition (WETEX) and Dubai Solar Show (DSS) 2022, has attracted prominent Swiss companies specialised in sustainability, water, smart grids and renewable energy technologies. The Swiss pavilion (Swiss Enviro) is in Hall 07 at the Dubai World Trade Centre.

 

The trade relations between the UAE and Switzerland have witnessed significant growth in recent times. Switzerland is the sixth largest trade partner of the UAE worldwide. Non-oil trade between the two countries was nearly AED 27.6 billion in the first half of 2021. WETEX & DSS is an ideal opportunity to enhance trade opportunities and present the latest innovations of Swiss companies. It also stimulates and facilitates access of small and medium-sized companies (SMEs) to the markets in the UAE and Switzerland, as well as exploring new opportunities to increase trade and investment in critical sectors. This supports the direction of the two countries in the transition to a sustainable economic model that is based on innovation, knowledge and advanced technologies.

 

WETEX and Dubai Solar Show host major Japanese companies in the energy and water sectors

 

The Water, Energy, Technology, and Environment Exhibition (WETEX) and Dubai Solar Show (DSS) will witness the distinguished participation of prominent Japanese companies working in the energy and water sectors. These companies will showcase their latest products and innovative technologies in building large solar power plants, solar tracking panels, water treatment systems to provide potable water, and data processing technologies for Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) using Artificial Intelligence and other advanced technologies.

 

The Japanese pavilion is in Hall 03 at the Dubai World Trade Centre.

 

In 2021, the UAE was Japan’s 10th largest trading partner in the world. The UAE provides 23% of Japan’s total oil needs. Japan is also one of the largest trade partners of the UAE. Moreover, Japanese investments are on the rise. A total of 340 Japanese companies operate in the UAE in various sectors. Bilateral trade between the UAE and Japan reached $30.5 billion last year

 

The participating companies in Czech pavilion showcase their latest water technologies

 

The 24th WETEX and DSS attracts a group of Czech companies specialised in water and water treatment. The Czech companies are displaying carbon nanotubes (CNT) for water treatment, piping systems and NANO pipes, microfiltration for water purification, stainless-steel products for wastewater treatment, and pipeline cleaning and rehabilitation.

 

The German pavilion in WETEX and DSS includes 19 specialised companies

 

The German pavilion in the 24th WETEX and DSS includes 19 companies specialised in wastewater treatment, decentralised water treatment, motor control technologies, control valve and air flow meter, water purification membrane, and water desalination.

 

The Singaporean pavilion at WETEX and DSS showcases latest energy and digital transformation solutions

 

The Singaporean pavilion at the 24th WETEX and DSS includes 5 specialised companies. The participating companies highlight their latest solutions and technologies in digital transformation, water engineering, microgrids in renewable energy, home energy management systems, and waste-to-energy technologies.

 

The UAE and Singapore have distinguished economic and trade relations. The UAE has been Singapore’s first trading partner in the Middle East and North Africa since 2012, and the sixteenth trading partner worldwide. The volume of trade exchange between the two countries in 2021 reached a record level of USD15 billion. The two countries cooperate in vital sectors, including the digital economy, green economy, food security and smart cities.

 

Source: Dubai Electricity and Water Authority

The 24th Water, Energy, Technology, and Environment Exhibition (WETEX) and Dubai Solar Show (DSS) will host a number of the world’s leading companies in the field of digital transformation, smart and sustainable cities. Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) is organising the exhibition under the directives of HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and under the patronage of HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy (DSCE), from 27 to September 29, 2022, at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The exhibition is held under the theme ‘At the Forefront of Sustainability’, with the participation of 1,750 companies from 55 countries. The exhibition includes 20 international pavilions and spreads over 62,513 square metres.

 

The exhibition witnesses the launch of several new technologies that support the acceleration of digital transformation and the use of environmentally friendly technologies. Participating companies seek to benefit from the ideal opportunities offered by the exhibition to expand their business and launch new offices and branches in the UAE and the region.

 

HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of DEWA, Founder and Chairman of WETEX and DSS, noted that the exhibition, which is the largest of its kind in the region and one of the most prominent global specialised exhibitions, attaches great importance to technologies and programmes that support the success of smart cities and smart networks. This aims to maintain the availability of integrated and connected services around the clock, and to provide an advanced infrastructure for managing facilities and services through smart and interconnected systems based on the latest disruptive technologies and the technologies of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, including Artificial Intelligence (AI), Blockchain, energy storage, Internet of Things (IoT) and others.

 

“WETEX and DSS annually witness a significant number of major companies from the region and the world, to promote their innovative products, services and technologies in the sectors of energy, water, sustainability, green technologies, renewable and clean energy, green buildings, electric vehicles and other vital sectors. The exhibition reflects the keenness and interest of Dubai in supporting global efforts to increase the use of renewable energy and promote sustainability. This is in line with the wise leadership’s vision to promote sustainable development in the UAE and consolidate Dubai’s position as a global hub for a green economy. This can be achieved through the Dubai 2040 Urban Masterplan, the Dubai Clean Energy Strategy 2050, and the Dubai Net Zero Carbon Emissions Strategy 2050 to provide 100% of Dubai’s total power production capacity from clean energy sources by 2050. Between 2011 and 2021, the number of visitors to WETEX increased nearly tenfold, underlining its position as the largest exhibition on sustainability, clean energy technologies, smart cities and a circular economy. The exhibition is an annual opportunity to review the best solutions and practices to meet environmental challenges, exchange ideas and experiences, and discuss the latest technologies and solutions in the green economy, smart cities, innovation and sustainable development,” added Al Tayer.

 

“The existing strategic partnership with DEWA aims to cement the status of Dubai as a pioneering global destination for sustainability and green economy. The joint efforts of the two entities have yielded several projects and initiatives that have reduced the carbon footprint and green practices that support the living environment in the Emirate. RTA’s participation in WETEX aims to showcase the efforts and initiatives of RTA in raising the maturity levels of sustainability besides reviewing the latest smart technologies and innovative solutions for renewable energy, water and the environment. It also offers a chance to meet with international experts and specialists in the green economy, smart cities, innovation and sustainable development. RTA attaches special attention to the concept of sustainability as reflected in its revamped strategic plan and vision: the world leader in seamless & sustainable mobility,” said HE Mattar Al Tayer, Director General, Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of RTA.

 

“WETEX is one of the premier global events in the water, energy, and technology sectors, and we at Siemens are honoured to be Jubilee Sponsors of the latest edition of the exhibition. Siemens is looking forward to discussing and learning from our partners and peers about the latest innovations in these sectors, and will showcase our best and most promising solutions that help customers in their digitalisation journeys and make these industries more sustainable and efficient,” said Helmut von Struve, CEO of Siemens in the UAE and the Middle East.

 

“WETEX has been an ideal platform that has enabled Elsewedy Electric UAE to reinforce its presence in the regional markets, forge business deals and network with key players and potential customers. WETEX attracts different kinds of visitors, including senior government officials from the Middle East, Ministries, Heads of Governments, Institutions, International Diplomatic Delegations, CEOs, Managing Directors and Investors – allowing us to reach multiple segments of our target audience under one roof. This year, we seize the opportunity to showcase our latest projects, news and agreements with our trusted partners at Moro, ADNOC, and Aramco, supplying the region with our newest digital solutions & products such as HTLS conductors and power transformers. WETEX has always been of great support to us in meeting new customers to understand their needs in terms of different services and solutions in the field of EPC business and digital solutions, which aim to contribute to UAE’s Economy prosperity and enhance the quality of life,” said Mohamed Naguib, CEO of Elsewedy Electric UAE.

 

Our sponsorship and participation at WETEX is aligned with SAP’s deep commitment to sustainability practices, and it gives us the opportunity to highlight how technology serves as an accelerator and enabler for change. At the event, we will focus on how SAP delivers solutions to companies in the UAE that enable them to achieve their emission-reduction goals. At SAP, we embed sustainability into core business processes, so companies can improve data collection and transparency to meet current and anticipated regulatory compliance needs. We have also developed programmes specifically designed to manage sustainability,” said Zakaria Haltout, Managing Director at SAP UAE.

 

“In collaboration with public and private entities in the region, Honeywell has been at the forefront of delivering advanced, digital solutions that support the strategic objectives of the UAE, including its immediate and long-term sustainability goals. We look forward to showcasing our ready-now technologies at WETEX that are helping shape the energy sector in the Middle East today and for years ahead. WETEX is an ideal platform for engaging industry partners on critical issues related to sustainability. We are committed to furthering our close collaboration with DEWA on energy and resource management in support of the UAE’s drive towards Net Zero 2050,” said George Bou Mitri, Vice President and General Manager, Honeywell Performance Materials and Technologies, Middle East and North Africa.

 

“Our participation in WETEX this year will witness a major move forward towards a new phase of growth and a key milestone in the company’s 19-year successful journey. We plan to go beyond sustainable cities and enter into new ventures to spearhead the way toward a net-zero carbon future. WETEX provides an important opportunity and platform to exchange ideas, build partnerships, and review the latest technologies in the water, energy, technology, and environment sectors,” said Faris Saeed, Chairman, Diamond Developers.

 

“Visa is proud to have achieved carbon neutrality in 2020 and is striving to achieve net zero emissions by 2040. We are also working with clients and partners globally to help promote sustainability in the payments industry as well as support cardholder and business choices through the transition.  Here in the UAE, we have partnered with First Abu Dhabi Bank and Etihad Guest to create one of the world’s first Visa co-branded sustainable credit card propositions to reward sustainable choices of customers, and Emirates Nature-WWF to engage youth on this critical matter. We are thrilled to be part of the conversation here at WETEX and spread a hopeful message that will inspire others to join us in building a greener and sustainable future,” said Dr. Saeeda Jaffar, SVP and Group Country Manager for GCC – Visa.

 

During WETEX and DSS, the international company Vivavis will showcase its most innovative services for smart grids and advanced digital technologies for the energy and water sectors. These services include monitoring, managing, and controlling power and water networks remotely and collecting, saving, and investing energy data. Moreover, it develops smart meters, increasing the efficiency of electricity and water networks, saving effort and time, and reducing emissions.

 

Dell also participates with a number of its digital transformation services that help companies adopt technologies in all aspects of their business to accelerate innovation, build their digital future, transform information technology, and protect their assets and information.

 

During the exhibition, Atlas Copco, a world leader in sustainable air compressor solutions, is launching for the first time its new eco-friendly ZP Oil-free Air-cooled High-Pressure Compressors, for water distribution applications. “WETEX has for many years been the main platform to showcase sustainable and green technologies and introduce them to the region, which is what the world needs more than ever nowadays. As one of the world’s leading companies specialised in sustainability, Atlas Copco is proud to participate in this event to showcase its latest high-efficiency compressed air technologies, which contribute to making the sector greener and reducing carbon emissions. Compressed air accounts for nearly 10% of the global energy consumption,” said Amr Ayyad, Business Line Manager for the Oil-Free Air at Atlas Copco.

 

MK Business Link, in cooperation with the Polish Ministry of Climate and Environment, the Polish Chamber of Commerce, and many innovative Polish companies, are participating this year to showcase their unique, sustainable solutions during WETEX and Dubai Solar 2022 within the Polish pavilion.

 

“As the official representative of Polish companies participating in WETEX and DSS, we are promoting the exhibition in Poland. Our main objective is to expand the knowledge of Polish companies about WETEX and Dubai Solar Show, increase the participation of Polish companies in the exhibition, and contribute to the growth of trade fairs. We support the efforts of our partners in the UAE to find the best solutions to build future business relationships with Polish companies,” said Małgorzata Panek-Kasińska , CEO of MK Business Link.

 

In addition, a delegation from the Polish Ministry of Climate and Environment will participate in a series of specialised sessions to highlight the most prominent Polish companies working in green energy and the most important advantages of the “GreenEvo – Green Technology Accelerator” project.

 

RAD is showcasing its latest technologies in the Industrial IoT with advanced computing and secure operational online communications for power grids. “We are proud to participate in WETEX 2022 to provide the best solutions for the energy, utilities and other critical infrastructure sectors, including remote monitoring, control and automation, industrial Internet of Things with edge computing, as well as micro smart devices for network security and many other innovations,” said Ilan Tevet, Vice President of Marketing and Business Development at RAD.

 

ATDX will showcase its latest innovative products and technologies in sustainable digital transformation. The company expressed its happiness to participate in the exhibition, considering that the participation is the result of the constructive relationship between the company and DEWA through “DigitalX”, one of DEWA’s digital subsidiaries, the digital arm of DEWA.

 

Shunya Ekai Technologies will for the first time introduce three of its new technologies that enable digital transformation: RIOT ENV for early detection of floods and forest fires, RIOT EM ONE for real-time air-conditioning health monitoring, and RIOT WM1 technology for waste level monitoring. All of these technologies rely on robotics, IoT and software.

 

In addition, DEWA will showcase, through its platforms participating in the exhibition, a number of its smart grid services, including the innovative “Big Data and Analytics platform” that has been implemented at DEWA, which combines big data, artificial intelligence and advanced analytics capabilities. The platform is suitable for complex analytics applications that require massive data ingestion and processing. DEWA will also highlight the projects of Digital DEWA, the digital arm of DEWA, and its subsidiaries, which were launched by DEWA as part of the Dubai 10X initiative to make the Government of Dubai 10 years ahead of other cities. Through this initiative, DEWA aims to redefine the work mechanism of utilities and become the first digital utility in the world, with autonomous systems for renewable energy and storage, while expanding the use of AI and digital services.

 

Source: Dubai Electricity and Water Authority

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), through its stands at the 24th Water, Energy, Technology and Environment Exhibition (WETEX) and Dubai Solar Show (DSS), showcases its most prominent services and pioneering projects based on the latest technologies of the 4th Industrial Revolution and disruptive technologies. DEWA will also showcase the global achievements that have made it one of the most distinguished utilities worldwide. DEWA is organising the exhibition under the directives of HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and under the patronage of HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, from 27 to 29 September 2022 at the Dubai World Trade Centre in Halls 1 to 8, Arena 1 and 2, Sheikh Saeed Halls 1, 2 and 3. The exhibition is held under the theme “At the Forefront of Sustainability”, with the participation of 1,750 companies from 55 countries. The exhibition includes 20 international pavilions and spreads over an area of 62,513 square metres.

 

HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD and CEO of DEWA, Founder and Chairman of WETEX and DSS, highlighted the exhibition’s global position as the largest exhibition for water, energy, sustainability and innovation technologies in the region and one of the largest specialised exhibitions in the world, makes it an ideal platform to demonstrate the efforts of the UAE and Dubai in the field of energy, water, environment, sustainability, green economy and smart cities. The exhibition also provides a significant opportunity to learn about the latest innovations and technologies in these areas, market needs and future projects, communicate with decision-makers, and explore opportunities to participate in renewable and clean energy projects and programmes in the UAE and the region at large.

 

The key projects and initiatives showcased by DEWA at its stands at Sheikh Saeed Hall 1, and Halls 1,3, and 8 and Arena 1 include:

 

The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park

 

The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park is the largest single-site solar park in the world using the Independent Power Producer model with a planned production capacity of 5,000 MW by 2030. DEWA is currently implementing the 4th and 5th phases of the solar park. The current production capacity of the solar park is 1,727 MW using photovoltaic solar panels. DEWA is implementing other projects in the solar park with a total of 1,133 MW using photovoltaic solar panels and concentrated solar power technologies. This raises the clean energy share in Dubai’s energy mix to 12.1% and is expected to reach 14% by the end of this year.

 

The 5th phase is currently underway with a total capacity of 900 MW and investments estimated at AED 2.58 billion. It will be operated in phases until 2023. The 4th phase of the solar park, with a capacity of 950 MW and investments amounting to AED 15.78 billion according to the IPP model, is considered the largest concentrated single-site solar power plant that combines CSP and solar photovoltaic technologies. This phase will use three hybrid technologies: 600MW from a parabolic basin complex (three units of 200MW each), 100MW from the world’s tallest solar power tower at 262.44 metres (based on Molten Salt technology), and 250MW from photovoltaic solar panels. On its completion, the project will have the largest thermal storage capacity in the world of 15 hours, allowing for energy availability round the clock. The 4th phase will provide clean energy for around 320,000 residences and reduce 1.6 million tonnes of carbon emissions every year.

 

DEWA’s Space-D programme

 

DEWA’s space programme (Space-D) aims to improve the operations, maintenance, and planning of its networks with the support of nanosatellite technology, Internet of Things (IoT), and remote sensing technologies. The programme also aims to train Emirati professionals to use space technologies to enhance its electricity and water networks and take advantage of the Fourth Industrial Revolution technologies such as IoT, AI, and blockchain to exchange information with the help of satellite communications and earth observation technologies. In January 2022, DEWA launched DEWA-SAT 1 nanosatellite in collaboration with NanoAvionics, becoming the world’s first utility to use nanosatellites to improve the maintenance and planning of electricity and water networks. The nanosatellite was designed and developed at DEWA’s Research and Development (R&D) Centre in the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park.

 

Green Hydrogen project

 

DEWA is implementing the green hydrogen project in cooperation with Expo 2020 Dubai and Siemens Energy at the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park. It is a key project in supporting the UAE’s efforts to achieve global competitiveness in the green hydrogen market. Implementing the project, which is the first of its kind in the MENA to produce hydrogen using solar energy at the Solar Park and contributes to achieving competitive prices in producing green hydrogen. The production of green hydrogen is mainly carried out through electrolysis using renewable energy sources.

 

Hydroelectric power plant in Hatta

 

The production capacity of the pumped-storage hydroelectric power station plant in Hatta is set to reach 250 megawatts (MW) with a storage capacity of 1,500 megawatt-hours and a lifespan of up to 80 years. This is the first of its kind in the Gulf region, with investments of around AED 1.421 billion. Turbines operated by the speed of the waterfall from an upper reservoir through a 1,200-meter water tunnel will be used to generate electricity, with high power generation and storage efficiency of up to 78.9% and with a 90-second response to demand for electricity.

 

Aquifer Storage and Recovery system

 

The full scale of the Aquifer Storage and Recovery (ASR) project can store up to 6,000 million imperial gallons of water once completed by 2025. This makes it the largest ASR of its kind in the world to store potable water and retrieve it in case of an emergency.  This will secure the Emirate with an additional source of potable water strategic reserve of 50MIGD for 90 days in emergencies, while ensuring the quality of the stored water.

 

SWRO desalination plant

 

The Sea Water Reverse Osmosis (SWRO) desalination plant, implemented by DEWA at Jebel Ali Power Plant and Desalination Complex, has a production capacity of 40 MIGD and investments worth AED 897 million.

 

Green Charger initiative

 

DEWA launched the ‘Green Charger’ initiative in 2015, to promote green and sustainable mobility in Dubai and support the Smart Dubai initiative. At the time, the initiative provided the first public infrastructure for charging electric vehicles in the region. The initiative includes more than 336 charging stations distributed across Dubai to ensure a smooth and fast experience based on the latest smart and innovative technologies.

 

Innovation Centre

 

DEWA’s Innovation Centre is a platform for innovations in clean energy technologies that promotes a sustainable energy future in Dubai and abroad. The Centre is an inspiring and educational landmark that attracts tourists and visitors from different age groups, including students, families and individuals. It also attracts businesses and specialists. The Centre offers an orientation tour to introduce its visitors to its key technologies in renewable and clean energy.

 

Augmented Reality for Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

 

A smart system that helps DEWA’s field engineers view the locations and features of assets in 3D for planning, analysis and reporting. The system is equipped with tools for visual and audio communication with the technical support desk, tools for measuring dimensions, and operating instructions for the equipment.

 

Future Signals Catalogue

 

A digital platform to enable DEWA’s employees to learn about future signals. A signal can be a new product, a new practice, or a new technology that has the potential to develop and grow in the future. This platform analyses and evaluates future signals with the possibility of turning them into initiatives that shape this future.

 

Big Data and Analytics platform

 

An innovative platform that has been implemented at DEWA, combines big data, AI and advanced analytics capabilities. The platform is suitable for complex analytics applications that require massive data ingestion and processing. The combination of the diagnostic and descriptive analytics solutions, created as part of this initiative help business users make key informed decisions. This contributes to improving operations and asset management, thus enriching the experience of customers and stakeholders and ensuring their happiness.

 

Distribution Equipment Auto Performance Assessment

 

Automatically assessing equipment performance, gathering data and processing them to facilitate operations, save time, and enhance the decision-making process for new procurements. This is in addition to applying the best standards for maintenance to improve the accountability of the distribution network.

 

DEWA Smart Power Plant

 

DEWA’s Smart Power Plant (SPP) System was developed using the OSI PI Application as a centralised plant information system for Generation Division Power Station’s plant data by connecting D, E, G, K, L1, L2, H, M, the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park, the hydroelectric power plant, water stations that use SCADA, to broadcast 24X7 Real-time Plant Process data in graphical representation through dashboards, reports and screens.

 

Anomaly detection in EMVS energy meter reading using AI

 

Energy Metering and Validation System (EMVS) is an automated meter reading system that works as a central data collection system for remote energy meters in all DEWA Transmission Power substations, Generation Stations, and IPPs.

 

Smart Living

 

The ‘Smart Living’ initiative enables customers to understand, monitor and manage their consumption in real-time through the Smart Living dashboard, which includes several features, including comparing consumption with similar homes with the ‘My Sustainable Living Programme’ Self-Assessment Tool, exclusive offers at DEWA Store, Away Mode service, call-back feature, auto-scheduling, in addition to the High-Water Usage Alert.

 

Rammas

 

DEWA’s virtual employee uses AI to serve customers and respond to their enquiries in Arabic and English round the clock. Rammas can learn and understand the needs of customers based on their enquiries. Rammas analyses these enquiries based on the available data and information, and responds to them accordingly.

 

Soqoor

 

The Soqoor programme aims to evaluate the performance of consultants and contractors based on two main criteria: service requests and field operations. The Soqoor Award is presented to consultants and contractors who achieve the best performance results in various categories of projects.

 

The Smart Grid

 

In 2014, DEWA launched a state-of-the-art SCADA system based on a real-time monitoring and control system. The Smart Water Network project integrates the advanced Water SCADA system; hydraulic model of water distribution network; round-the-clock hydraulic water transmission model; i-Service smart services with advanced infrastructure for smart meters, and AI.

 

DEWA’s smart app

 

DEWA’s smart app provides customers with a unified and seamless experience, by providing integrated digital services and smart features to enrich the customer experience and facilitate their access to its digital services.

 

Noor and Hayat

 

The two characters of DEWA represent electricity and water, and their mission is to raise children’s awareness of how to reduce waste and preserve the environment.

 

DEWA’s subsidiaries’ projects

 

DEWA’s stands also allocate ample space for presenting the projects and initiatives of DEWA’s subsidiaries, including ‘Digital DEWA’, the digital arm of DEWA, which aims to reshape the concept of a utility and create a new digital future for Dubai. DEWA will also highlight the projects of Data Hub Integrated Solutions (Moro), wholly owned by the DEWA; Infra X, one of DEWA’s subsidiaries within Digital DEWA, and Digital X, a subsidiary of Digital DEWA; and Mai Dubai, the bottled drinking water company wholly owned by DEWA and the second largest brand of bottled water in the UAE.

 

Source: Dubai Electricity and Water Authority