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Gulf Business
04-08-2025
- Automotive
- Gulf Business
Dubai surpasses 1,270 EV charging points as DEWA expands green mobility infrastructure
Image: Getty Images Dubai has expanded its electric vehicle (EV) charging network to more than 1,270 charging points across the emirate, according to HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA). The growing infrastructure—developed in collaboration with partners from the public and private sectors—underscores Dubai's push to accelerate sustainable mobility in line with the UAE's national goals to ensure that electric and hybrid vehicles comprise 50% of all vehicles on the country's roads by 2050. 'In line with the vision of the wise leadership to make Dubai a global model for smart urban development by advancing green mobility, we launched the EV Green Charger initiative in 2014, the region's first public charging infrastructure network for electric vehicles,' said Al Tayer. 'We continue this pioneering approach by providing innovative digital services for EV charging and encouraging private sector investment in Dubai's green mobility infrastructure through the launch of a comprehensive licensing system for the development and operation of EV charging infrastructure across the emirate. This is especially relevant as the number of EVs in Dubai reached over 40,600 by the end of the first half of 2025. This supports the Dubai Clean Energy Strategy 2050 and the Dubai Net Zero Carbon Emissions Strategy 2050.' New regulatory framework to support expansion To further strengthen the emirate's EV ecosystem, DEWA has introduced the Regulatory Framework for EV Charging Infrastructure in Dubai and Licensing of Independent Charge Point Operators . This dual-track framework allows for the continued rollout of public infrastructure by DEWA and its subsidiaries, while also enabling licensed independent operators to deploy and manage EV charging infrastructure across the city. It is designed to address the emirate's evolving energy needs and keep Dubai at the forefront of sustainable urban mobility. Infrastructure partnerships and user-friendly digital tools DEWA's EV Green Charger network includes a mix of ultra-fast, fast, public, and wall-box chargers. In a move to further extend its reach, DEWA signed a strategic agreement with Parkin to install EV chargers at key locations managed by the parking services company, enhancing convenience and accessibility for users. The charging network is open to all customers, including unregistered users, through a dedicated guest mode feature. EV owners can locate nearby charging stations via DEWA's smart app, website, and 14 additional digital platforms. To further promote public awareness and adoption, DEWA has also launched the Dubai EV Community Hub ( Read: With EV adoption continuing to grow, DEWA's integrated approach—spanning infrastructure, regulation, public-private partnerships, and digital engagement—positions Dubai as a regional leader in sustainable mobility and clean energy transition.
TECHx
04-08-2025
- Automotive
- TECHx
Dubai Expands EV Charging Network with 1,270+ Stations
Home » Smart Sectors » Mobility » Dubai Expands EV Charging Network with 1,270+ Stations Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has revealed that the city now has over 1,270 electric vehicle (EV) charging points across the emirate. The announcement was made by HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD and CEO of DEWA. These charging stations have been developed in collaboration with public and private sector partners. The initiative supports Dubai's broader goals to promote green mobility and reduce carbon emissions. Al Tayer confirmed that DEWA remains committed to advancing sustainable transport in line with national targets. By 2050, the UAE aims for electric and hybrid vehicles to make up 50% of all vehicles on the road. He added that DEWA launched the EV Green Charger initiative in 2014, the region's first public EV charging infrastructure network. The project aligns with the vision to position Dubai as a global leader in smart urban development. In support of this, DEWA continues to offer digital services for EV users and encourages private sector investment in green mobility. Recently, a comprehensive licensing system was introduced for developing and operating EV charging infrastructure. • Dubai recorded over 40,600 EVs by mid-2025 • DEWA is expanding public and private EV charging infrastructure To further strengthen the network, DEWA has signed an agreement with Parkin. This will enable the installation of chargers at high-traffic locations managed by Parkin. DEWA's EV Green Charger network includes ultra-fast, fast, public, and wall-box chargers. A new regulatory framework for EV charging has also been developed. It enables licensing for independent charge point operators and ensures alignment with future requirements. All customers, including unregistered users, can use charging services via a guest mode feature. Stations can be located using DEWA's smart app, official website, and 14 other digital platforms. Additionally, DEWA has launched the 'Dubai EV Community Hub' at offering a central source of information on the city's EV ecosystem. This initiative supports both the Dubai Clean Energy Strategy 2050 and the Dubai Net Zero Carbon Emissions Strategy 2050.
Hi Dubai
04-08-2025
- Automotive
- Hi Dubai
Dubai Expands EV Charging Network to 1,270 Points, Reinforcing Green Mobility Leadership
Dubai now boasts over 1,270 electric vehicle (EV) charging points across the emirate, a milestone announced by HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA). This extensive network, developed through public-private partnerships, reflects Dubai's commitment to sustainable transport and supports national targets to make 50% of all vehicles electric or hybrid by 2050. Launched in 2014, DEWA's EV Green Charger initiative was the region's first public charging network. The city has since expanded its infrastructure, now supporting over 40,600 registered EVs as of mid-2025. DEWA has introduced a comprehensive licensing system to encourage private sector investment and enable the operation of independent EV charging networks. The Regulatory Framework for EV Charging Infrastructure ensures that Dubai maintains its leadership in green mobility, offering multiple development tracks and integrating smart digital services. DEWA also signed an agreement with Parkin to install charging stations at high-footfall locations, further enhancing convenience. EV users can access charging stations via DEWA's mobile app, website, and other digital channels, while the new 'Dubai EV Community Hub' website serves as a central platform for EV resources and adoption in the emirate. News Source: Dubai Media Office
Al Etihad
03-08-2025
- Automotive
- Al Etihad
Dubai's 1270 EV charging points enhance its leadership in sustainable mobility
3 Aug 2025 19:35 DUBAI (ALETIHAD)His Excellency Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), has revealed that Dubai now has a network of over 1,270 electric vehicle (EV) charging points across the emirate. This includes charging points provided by DEWA in collaboration with its partners from both the public and private Tayer affirmed that DEWA continues to advance green mobility and support Dubai's plans to transition to environmentally friendly transport, in line with national efforts to increase the share of electric and hybrid vehicles to 50% of all vehicles on UAE roads by 2050.'In line with the vision of the wise leadership to make Dubai a global model for smart urban development by advancing green mobility, we launched the EV Green Charger initiative in 2014, the region's first public charging infrastructure network for electric vehicles. We continue this pioneering approach by providing innovative digital services for EV charging and encouraging private sector investment in Dubai's green mobility infrastructure through the launch of a comprehensive licensing system for the development and operation of EV charging infrastructure across the emirate. This is especially relevant as the number of EVs in Dubai reached over 40,600 by the end of the first half of 2025. This supports the Dubai Clean Energy Strategy 2050 and the Dubai Net Zero Carbon Emissions Strategy 2050,' said Al Tayer. Regulatory Framework for EV Charging Point Operators The Regulatory Framework for EV Charging Infrastructure in Dubai and Licensing of Independent Charge Point Operators, developed by DEWA, addresses current and future requirements, ensuring that Dubai remains at the forefront of green mobility framework includes two tracks, as Dubai is witnessing both the direct development of public charging infrastructure by DEWA and its subsidiaries, and infrastructure development by independent charging point operators licensed by DEWA. Expanding Network of EV Charging Stations DEWA's EV Green Charger network includes ultra-fast, fast, public, and wall-box chargers. To further expand this infrastructure, DEWA signed an agreement with Parkin to install charging stations in prime locations managed by Parkin, enhancing the user customers, including unregistered users, can utilise EV charging through the guest mode feature. Customers can also locate stations via DEWA's smart app, official website and 14 other digital platforms. Additionally, DEWA launched the 'Dubai EV Community Hub' website ( to promote EV adoption and serve as a central source of information on the local EV ecosystem.
Gulf Today
17-06-2025
- Automotive
- Gulf Today
DEWA's Green Charger Initiative powers EVs in Dubai with more than 39,159 MWh of electricity in decade -
Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), announced that DEWA's Green Charger initiative has witnessed a 23.6% increase in electric vehicle (EV) charging use at the end of Q1 2025, compared to the same period in 2024. Since the programme's inception in 2015, DEWA has provided more than 39,159 MWh of electricity for EV charging across Dubai, powering a cumulative EV distance of 195 million kilometres. "We support the transition towards green mobility and net zero by reducing the carbon footprint in the transport sector, enhancing the competitiveness of the UAE and Dubai in the electric vehicle sector, in line with the UAE's Net Zero 2050 Strategy and the Dubai Green Mobility Strategy 2030,' said Al Tayer. Since 2015, Dubai has seen a significant increase in EV adoption, with numbers rising to more than 39,000 by the end of Q1 2025, with 5.41% increase compared to Q1 2024. This growth has greatly advanced the emirate's plans to shift towards sustainable and environmentally friendly transport. The number of EV owners registered under DEWA's EV Green Charger initiative has expanded from just 14 in 2015 to 20,903 by the end of the end of Q1 2025. Dubai's EV charging infrastructure now includes over 1,100 charging points across DEWA's network and licensed charge point operators (CPOs). EVs are witnessing an increase in demand in the UAE. In a comprehensive survey conducted by global company Toluna, it was found that 73% of the UAE population prefers to buy EVs. EV Green Charger Stations are available around the clock at key locations across Dubai. Customers can easily find charging station locations through DEWA's website ( smart app and 14 other digital platforms. DEWA offers four types of chargers: ultra-fast, fast, public and wall-box. DEWA enables customers to create an EV account through its website, smart app or interactive voice response (IVR) system at its Customer Care Centre. Once a customer registers their vehicle with the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai, DEWA creates an EV Green Charger account, giving them access to its stations where they can charge their vehicles within an hour. Unregistered EV users can also use DEWA EV Green Chargers by using the guest mode feature. WAM
