Dewa offers pointers to those travelling

Jamil Khan, Senior Reporter

As part of its annual ‘Let’s Make This Summer Green’ campaign, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (Dewa) has launched its 7th annual ‘Tips Before Travelling’ campaign. This features tips and guidelines for customers to follow before going on holiday or leaving their homes for long periods. These include switching off lights, unplugging electrical appliances and electronics, using a timer for any floodlights in gardens and fences, shutting off the water supply, and using a specialised technician to check water connections to make sure there are no leaks. The campaign also includes water conservation techniques for gardens and plants.

“In line with its vision to become a globally leading sustainable innovative corporation, Dewa considers environmental protection and the sustainability of natural resources at the forefront of its priorities. We have an integrated set of awareness initiatives, programmes, and activities throughout the year to engage all society members in conservation efforts and encourage them to adopt a conscious and sustainable lifestyle. This is done by rationalising electricity and water use and reducing waste. These efforts have achieved significant results over the past years, proving the importance of involving all members of society in protecting the environment, reducing our carbon footprint, and ensuring the sustainability of natural resources for generations to come,” said Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dewa.

“The ‘Tips before Travelling’ campaign aims to remind community members of the importance of taking a few simple steps before travelling or staying away from home for a long time. It includes steps for rationalising electricity and water while reducing waste and costs. The campaign also includes measures to protect property and saving natural resources,” said Khawla Al Mehairi, Executive Vice President of Strategy and Government Communication at Dewa.

A recent WAM report said Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Managing Director and CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, Dewa, received a high-level delegation from the Brunei Ministry of Energy, Manpower, and Industry, MEMI, at the Dewa’s Sustainable Building in Al Quoz.

The two sides discussed ways to work together and exchange experiences and practices to enhance Dubai’s position as a global hub for trade, finance, tourism, and in developing the green economy.