Dewa to invest $24b in Dubai’s energy sector and build 68 substations over next 3 years
DUBAI, UAE - Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (Dewa) has allocated $23.5 billion for investment in Dubai's energy sector over the next five years. These plans include the expansion of its 132 km power transmission network by ramping up the number of transmission stations.
Dewa's managing director and chief executive officer, HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, said that eighteen 132/11 kV substations out of 276 were established during this year.
"We will establish other 68 substations over the next three years, with a total investment of $2.1 billion," he added.
Dewa also revealed its plans to build five 400 kV substations with a budget of $599 million, adding to its 22 substations in the emirate.
"The five 400 kV substations will greatly contribute to Dewa's efforts to meet the increasing demand for water and electricity in Dubai," said Al Tayer.
Source: Construction Week Online
