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Top Government Initiatives in Power

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UAE

  •  December 23, 2024

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) is implementing a smart grid with AED 7 billion investments to en ..Read More

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) is implementing a smart grid with AED 7 billion investments to enhance electricity and water services using advanced technologies like AI and IoT. The grid features automated decision-making, fault detection, and restoration systems, reducing electricity and water losses to world-leading levels. DEWA’s initiatives align with Dubai's vision to become the smartest city globally, supported by smart meters, big data analytics, and innovative customer alert systems.
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Saudi Arabia

  •  December 20, 2024

The Water Transmission Company (WTCO) in Saudi Arabia has issued a Request for Qualification (RFQ) for the Ras ..Read More

The Water Transmission Company (WTCO) in Saudi Arabia has issued a Request for Qualification (RFQ) for the Ras-Mohaisen – Baha – Makkah Independent Water Transmission System (IWTS) Project. The project will have a transmission capacity of 515,000 cubic meters per day over a 300 km pipeline. It will be developed on a Design, Build, Finance, Lease, and Transfer (DBFLT) basis, with a lease term of up to 35 years. The project aims to support Saudi Vision 2030 by improving water supply and reducing reliance on non-renewable water sources.
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Saudi Arabia

  •  December 19, 2024

ASX E-Mobility, through its E-FILL app, has introduced Saudi Arabia's first official EV charging tariff at 0.9 ..Read More

ASX E-Mobility, through its E-FILL app, has introduced Saudi Arabia's first official EV charging tariff at 0.99 halalas per kWh, effective January 2025, promoting transparency and affordability in line with Vision 2030. The app allows users to view costs, locate charging stations, and track charging in real-time, enhancing convenience. Currently offering free charging, ASX aims to foster sustainable mobility with a widespread network and strategic partnerships.
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Saudi Arabia

  •  December 18, 2024

Shandong Electric Power Construction (SEPCO) has been awarded the contract for the 300 MW Rabigh 2 solar power ..Read More

Shandong Electric Power Construction (SEPCO) has been awarded the contract for the 300 MW Rabigh 2 solar power project in Saudi Arabia, part of Round 5 of the National Renewable Energy Program (NREP). The project, developed by a TotalEnergies and Aljomaih consortium under a 25-year PPA with SPPC, aims to support Vision 2030 by achieving a 50% renewable energy mix. Grid connection is planned for 2026.
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UAE

  •  December 16, 2024

Drydocks World and GE Vernova have secured a contract to deliver Ostwind 4, a 2 GW offshore wind grid connecti ..Read More

Drydocks World and GE Vernova have secured a contract to deliver Ostwind 4, a 2 GW offshore wind grid connection in Germany's Baltic Sea, powering nearly 2 million households. The project includes HVDC technology, offshore and onshore converter stations, and a 110-km DC cable system, marking Germany's first deployment of 525 kV HVDC in the Baltic. This initiative supports European energy security and the global clean energy transition.
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UAE

  •  December 14, 2024

Uzbekistan's President Shavkat Mirziyoyev inaugurated the 500 MW Zarafshan wind farm, the largest in Central A ..Read More

Uzbekistan's President Shavkat Mirziyoyev inaugurated the 500 MW Zarafshan wind farm, the largest in Central Asia, developed by Masdar. Masdar plans to invest $2 billion in Uzbekistan for over 2 GW of clean energy projects and signed an agreement to develop a 1 GW wind farm in Mingbulak. Uzbekistan aims for 20 GW of clean energy capacity by 2030, with Masdar playing a key role in its renewable energy initiatives.
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UAE

  •  December 13, 2024

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has completed a 30 million imperial gallon (MIG) desalinated wate ..Read More

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has completed a 30 million imperial gallon (MIG) desalinated water reservoir project in Hatta, valued at AED 86 million. This initiative is part of DEWA's strategy to increase water reserves and improve the efficiency of water networks in Dubai. The project aligns with the Comprehensive Development Plan for Hatta and is expected to enhance water flow and meet growing demand. DEWA is also expanding its storage capacity, with additional reservoirs planned for 2025.
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Bahrain

  •  December 12, 2024

Saudi Cable Company's Bahrain branch signed two turnkey contracts worth SAR 64.7 million. The first, valued at ..Read More

Saudi Cable Company's Bahrain branch signed two turnkey contracts worth SAR 64.7 million. The first, valued at SAR 38 million with Bilaj Aljazayer Company, involves a 10-month project for a 66 kV power extension. The second, worth SAR 26.6 million with Diyar Al Muharraq Company, is a 30-month project for similar power extension and installation works.
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