Exciting News! Dubai has updated its Demand Side Management Strategy with a new timeline extending to 2050, highlighting the urgent need for advanced efficiency strategies.
Key Highlights:
-Directive issued by Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, in line with Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum's vision for sustainable development.
-Targets a 50% reduction in energy and water demand by 2050 compared to business as usual.
-Introduces 7 key implementing mechanisms: Policies and Regulations, Data and M&V, Government Support and Leadership, Awareness and Recognition, Financing, R&D and Innovation, and Freezone Alignment and Collaboration.
-Focuses on achieving significant savings in electricity, water, and transport fuel consumption.
-Adds 12 new programs to drive efficiency across various sectors, including Net Zero Ready Buildings, Efficient Cooling, and Smart Charging.
This strategy not only aims to establish Dubai as a global benchmark for energy efficiency but also aligns with the UAE Net Zero Strategy 2050 and the Dubai Clean Energy Strategy 2050. It's a major step towards a sustainable future, reinforcing the importance of innovative efficiency solutions.
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