Abu Dhabi to build new energy projects amid growing demand

  • Date: 05-Aug-2020
  • Source: Zawya
  • Sector:Oil & Gas
  • Country:UAE
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Abu Dhabi to build new energy projects amid growing demand

Abu Dhabi Department of Energy (DoE) has announced plans to construct new projects in the energy sector in bid to fulfill the growing demand with focus on the power generation, water desalination and wastewater treatment facilities across the emirate, said its top official. Encouraging investment in the energy sector is one of DoE's strategic priorities, stated Chairman Awaidha Murshed Al Marar in an interview with the state news agency WAM. Al Marar pointed out that the department had adopted a series of measures during the coronavirus crisis that has ensured the sector's business continuity, through provision of AED5 billion ($1.36 billion) to support the water and electricity sector. The department's efforts also included the decision of not suspending electricity and water services for individuals incapable of paying their bills, he stated, adding that