Dubai: 3 water reservoirs worth Dh550 million to enhance water security

Dubai: 3 water reservoirs worth Dh550 million to enhance water security

Dubai: Dewa builds 3 new reservoirs worth Dh550 million to enhance water security

The UAE Water Security Strategy 2036 aims to ensure sustainable access during normal and emergency conditions

By WAM Published: Wed 8 Jun 2022, 2:29 PM Last updated: Wed 8 Jun 2022, 2:32 PM

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (Dewa) is increasing the storage capacity of desalinated water in Dubai to enhance water security. Dewa is building three water reservoirs in different parts of Dubai.

The water reservoirs will include one in the Nakhali area with a storage capacity of 120 MIG and investments totalling Dh287.8 million, one in the Lusaily area with a storage capacity of 60 MIG and investments totalling Dh175.4 million, and one in Hatta with a storage capacity of 30 MIG and investments totalling Dh86 million.

"Water security is a national priority for the UAE and is one of the seven strategic sectors of the National Innovation Strategy. The UAE Water Security Strategy 2036 aims to ensure sustainable access to water during both normal and emergency conditions and address future water security challenges. The Dubai Integrated Water Resource Management Strategy 2030 focuses on enhancing water resources and using cutting-edge technologies and innovative solutions," said Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD