Dubai is set to add a compelling eco-friendly dimension to its world-leading driving experience with an ambitious plan to expand its electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure.
In a tweet on Sunday, the Dubai Media Office has enumerated the notable achievements of the city’s green mobility initiatives in line with Mohammed bin Rashid’s vision.
Guided by Mohammed bin Rashid’s vision, Dubai’s green mobility strategy shifts into high gear
– Surge in customer participation: Electric Vehicle (EV) owners registered under Dubai’s EV Green Charger Initiative increases from 14 in 2015 to 11,000 in May 2023.
– Increase supports… pic.twitter.com/fViXcwbpmd— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) July 9, 2023
The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) said it aims to grow the city’s network of public charging stations by 170 percent in less than three years. By 2025, EV Green Charging Stations in Dubai will increase from the current 370, with more than 680 charging points, to 1,000 Green Charging Stations.
The emirate’s Clean Energy Strategy 2050 and Net Zero Carbon Emissions Strategy 2050 seek to generate 100 percent of its power from clean energy sources by 2050. Further, the Dubai Roads and Transport Authority has rolled out a long-term strategy to migrate towards net-zero emission public transport by 2050.
Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Managing Director and CEO of DEWA, noted that: “Consistent with HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum’s overarching vision for sustainable development, Dubai recognises that green mobility is the future of transportation. Together with other Dubai entities and key stakeholders, DEWA has drawn out a strategic blueprint that reimagines the future of urban transportation in the emirate.”
“As part of this broader framework, DEWA is working to create an accessible world-class infrastructure to advance the adoption of eco-friendly transportation. By encouraging electric vehicle usage, DEWA’s EV Green Charger Initiative contributes not only to carbon emissions reduction but also fosters sustainable practices throughout Dubai,” he added.
To cater to the growing demand for EV charging infrastructure, DEWA has currently deployed over 370 charging stations across Dubai. The stations offer a range of charging options, including ultra-fast chargers, fast chargers, direct current chargers, public parking chargers and wall chargers. The stations are available round the clock at key locations such as fuel stations and public parks in addition to those located at DEWA’s customer happiness centres and shopping centres, which operate during their respective opening hours.
In 2015, DEWA launched its EV Green Charger Initiative as part of its Green Mobility Strategy 2030. The number of EV owners registered under the initiative has increased from a mere 14 in 2015 to more than 11,000 by the end of May this year. The figure is expected to double soon. By 2030, Dubai aims to have over 42,000 electric cars on its roads.
