Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has installed 46 electric vehicle (EV) charging points at the parking area of Al Shera’a, its new headquarters in Dubai. The initiative is part of DEWA’s EV Green Charger programme and is aimed at encouraging the use of electric vehicles while supporting the emirate’s sustainability goals.
Out of the 46 charging points, 40 alternating current (AC) chargers have been allocated for DEWA employees, while six direct current (DC) fast chargers are available for visitors. The charging facilities have been integrated into Al Shera’a, which has been designed as a highly sustainable government building.
Al Shera’a is recognised as the tallest, largest and smartest net-positive government building in the world. A net-positive building generates more clean energy than it consumes, making it an important example of energy-efficient and environmentally friendly infrastructure. The building reflects DEWA’s commitment to innovation, sustainability and smart technologies.
Speaking about the project, HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of DEWA, said that the headquarters reflects the vision of Dubai’s leadership to make sustainability an integral part of everyday life. He referred to the remarks made by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, during the inauguration of Al Shera’a. Sheikh Mohammed highlighted that Dubai has transformed sustainability from a strategic objective into a way of life that influences every aspect of society.
Al Tayer said that Al Shera’a has been built to meet the highest international sustainability standards. In addition to producing more clean energy than it uses, the building has been designed as a smart, sustainable and people-focused workplace. The installation of EV charging infrastructure is another step towards promoting environmentally friendly transportation among employees and visitors.
He also noted that the project supports the objectives of the UAE Net Zero Strategy 2050 and the Dubai Green Mobility Strategy 2030. According to Al Tayer, expanding EV charging infrastructure will encourage greater adoption of electric vehicles, help lower carbon emissions from the transport sector, improve air quality and contribute to a better quality of life for residents.
DEWA also reported that Dubai’s EV charging network continues to expand. By the end of the first quarter of 2026, the city had a total of 2,223 EV charging points. The network includes DEWA’s EV Green Charger stations as well as charging stations operated by licensed independent charge point operators in partnership with government and private sector organisations.
To support this growth, DEWA has developed a regulatory framework for EV charging infrastructure. The framework outlines licensing requirements and operational standards for independent charge point operators while addressing both current and future needs of the sector. The initiative is expected to strengthen Dubai’s position as a global leader in sustainable mobility and green transportation.
