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Emirates Energy Award 2025 Participates in WETEX 2024 and Supports 10th Edition of the World Green Economy Summit

1 Oct 2024

The Emirates Energy Award 2025 will showcase its categories and prizes through its participation in the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy pavilion at the 26th edition of the Water, Energy, Technology, and Environment Exhibition (WETEX 2024) and the 10th edition of the World Green Economy Summit (WGES).

Held from October 1 to 3 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, WETEX serves as a global platform to present the latest innovations in water, energy, and environmental sectors. The World Green Economy Summit, taking place on October 2 and 3, will discuss key strategic issues related to the transition towards a green economy. Through its participation in these landmark events, the Emirates Energy Award 2025 aims to drive innovation and inspire both companies and individuals to pioneer sustainable energy solutions, ultimately advancing efforts towards carbon neutrality and emission reduction.

HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Vice Chairman of the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy and Chairman of the Emirates Energy Award, said: “The Emirates Energy Award contributes to supporting the UAE’s efforts to achieve Net Zero and expand the use of clean energy in line with the UAE’s Net Zero by 2050 Strategic Initiative, Dubai Clean Energy Strategy 2050, and Dubai Net-Zero Carbon Emissions Strategy 2050 aiming for 100% clean energy production capacity by 2050. The award's goals align with the sustainable solutions presented at WETEX and WGES, driving towards a more resilient and sustainable green economy.”

Al Tayer added: “The Emirates Energy Award supports both local and international efforts to achieve the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals 2030, particularly regarding affordable and clean energy. By recognizing outstanding projects and awards, we actively promote innovation and support the development of sustainable solutions that drive down carbon emissions. The award’s goals reflect the UAE's ambitious vision to combat climate change by boosting investments in renewable energy and developing innovative technologies that reduce energy consumption and enhance efficiency. The award also adopts a comprehensive strategy that encourages collaboration between the public and private sectors, aligning with the objectives of WETEX and WGES. The Emirates Energy Award highlights the continued commitment to advancing the transition to renewable and clean energy. In collaboration with WETEX and WGES, the award is part of a unified vision for a sustainable future, fostering collective efforts to strengthen the green economy both in the UAE and on a global scale. The award is driving progress towards global sustainability goals. Collaboration between all entities accelerates the transition to a low-carbon economy and reinforces the UAE's ambition to be a global leader in renewable energy innovation."

On his part, HE Ahmed Butti Al Muhairbi, Secretary-General of The Dubai Supreme Council of Energy and Vice Chairman of the Executive Committee of the Emirates Energy Award emphasized that the award seeks to empower both local and international talents by promoting best practices in renewable energy usage. This aligns with the goals of WETEX and WGES to raise awareness and encourage investment in clean energy. The Emirates Energy Award focuses on enhancing innovation by supporting individuals and organizations that develop solutions to improve energy efficiency and reduce emissions. The award seeks to motivate startups and major corporations to invest in clean energy technologies, aligning seamlessly with WETEX’s mission of convening industry leaders to showcase their innovations in the field.”

Under the UAE's visionary leadership, the Emirates Energy Award has emerged as a key platform showcasing the nation’s pivotal role in advancing the green economy and driving investment in clean energy. Through active participation in major events such as WETEX and WGES, the UAE reaffirms its steadfast commitment to supporting global efforts in tackling climate change and securing a sustainable future for generations to come.