initiative "Green charger" Dubai provides 62,000 megawatt hours to support sustainable mobility

DUBAI, June 23, 2017 (WAM) – The “Green Charger” initiative launched by the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) constitutes a pivotal step in the process of enhancing the transformation towards sustainable mobility, and consolidating Dubai’s position as one of the most prominent global cities in the field of green economy and smart infrastructure.

The initiative is gaining increasing importance as the emirate accelerates its move towards reducing carbon emissions and supporting the clean transportation system, in line with national strategies for climate neutrality and clean energy.

Since its launch in 2014, the initiative has achieved remarkable results, saving more than 62,000 megawatt hours of electricity, enabling electric vehicles to cover more than 310 million kilometers, an indicator that reflects the rapid growth in reliance on electric transportation within the emirate.

His Excellency Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Managing Director and CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, confirmed in a statement to the Emirates News Agency, WAM, that the Green Charger Initiative embodies the Authority’s commitment to supporting the vision of the wise leadership in transforming Dubai into a smart and sustainable city, and enhancing integration between the energy and mobility sectors.

He explained that the Authority has worked since the launch of the initiative to develop an advanced and reliable infrastructure for charging electric vehicles in accordance with the highest international standards, which encourages individuals and institutions to adopt low-emission mobility solutions, and contributes to reducing the carbon footprint and improving the quality of life in the emirate.

His Excellency added that the Authority continues to expand the charging network and develop its digital services to ensure a smooth and flexible experience for customers, which supports the increasing growth in the number of electric vehicles, and strengthens Dubai’s position as a global center for green mobility and a sustainable economy, in line with the Dubai Clean Energy Strategy 2050, the Carbon Neutrality Strategy 2050, and the Dubai Green Mobility Strategy 2030.

The Emirate of Dubai includes more than 2,223 charging points distributed in various regions, including “green charger” stations and stations of operators approved by the Authority, which reflects the continuous expansion of the infrastructure supporting electric mobility.

The number of customers registered in the initiative reached about 23,600 customers, while the network provides an integrated charging system that includes four main types: the wall charger with a capacity of 22 kilowatts for home or workplace use, the charger for public places that allows charging two vehicles at the same time, the multi-use fast charger that combines alternating and continuous charging at higher speeds, in addition to the ultra-fast charger with a capacity of up to 150 kilowatts.

The Authority provides an integrated digital services system that allows registered users and visitors alike to benefit from charging services easily, as the “Green Charger” account is automatically created immediately upon registering the electric vehicle with the Roads and Transport Authority in Dubai, allowing use within just one hour.

In addition, the Authority has provided the “Visiting User” feature to enable electric vehicle drivers from inside and outside the country to use charging stations without the need for prior registration, by scanning the QR code and following simple steps via smart devices.

This advanced digital system enhances the ease of access to charging services, and supports the spread of electric vehicles, by providing flexible options for users, with the ability to locate charging stations spread across various regions of Dubai through the Authority’s website and smart application, in addition to 14 other digital platforms.

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