Dubai seeks to boost cooperation with India in renewable and clean energy

A high-level delegation from Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), headed by Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Managing Director & CEO of DEWA, is visiting India to promote opportunities for joint cooperation in the renewable and clean energy sectors.

" The leadership of the UAE and India are committed to supporting and strengthening bilateral relations for the benefit of the people in both countries. Indian companies and investors in the UAE play an important role in fostering ties of friendship, and personal and business relationships. This is reflected positively in economic and trade cooperation between the two countries to serve our common interests. I come here today with the hope to add to these strong ties and to share our common goal to achieve a better, sustainable future for generations to come," said Al Tayer said during a high-level meeting in New Delhi attended by representatives of Indian companies operating in the energy, water and environment sectors, Confederation of Indian Industry, UAE India Business Council, and India Green Building Council.

''The UAE leadership places great importance on environmental issues that contribute to the sustainable development of the UAE. Through the UAE Vision 2021 we aim to become one of the best countries in the world by 2021. The long-term Green Economy for Sustainable Development initiative supports a diversified economy based on knowledge and innovation, while saving natural resources and the environment. This in turn strengthens the UAE’s global competitiveness, especially in renewable energy, and green economy technologies and products. In line with the Dubai Plan 2021, the Emirate aims to be a role model to the world by supporting Dubai’s economic growth through secure energy supply & efficient energy use and meeting environmental & sustainability objectives," he added.

Source:WAM