Dubai approves plans for 30% CO2 emissions reduction by end of 2030

Dubai approves plans for 30% CO2 emissions reduction by end of 2030

The Dubai Supreme Council of Energy has approved the updated plans and objectives to reduce carbon emissions by 30 percent by the end of 2030 to support the UAE’s efforts to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050.

This was announced during the council’s 68th meeting, which was held online and covered a variety of topics, including the successful launch of DEWA-SAT 1, which is part of DEWA’s Space-D program. DEWA is the first utility in the world to use satellites in its operations.

The Council also reviewed the mechanisms and programs implemented by the relative bodies under the umbrella of the Council in electricity and water production, industries, waste management, and land transport to reduce carbon emissions. These resulted in significant reductions in 2019 and 2020.

It approved the regulatory framework for cooling service providers and customers to ensure the effectiveness of permit issuance and billing, and also discussed the implementation stage for Resolution number 6 of 2021 issued by the Executive Council of Dubai to regulate district cooling services in Dubai.

Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer

MD & CEO

DEWA “In line with the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, to