DEWA's Al Tayer on Dubai's Green Future

The video discusses Dubai's ambitious plans to achieve the Dubai Clean Energy Strategy 2050, aiming for 75% clean energy by 2050. It covers initiatives like solar power, green hydrogen, and decoupling water distillation from electricity. The impact of rising gas prices is addressed, with assurances of no effect due to long-term contracts. Dubai's post-COVID economic recovery is highlighted, showing a 10% increase in energy demand compared to 2019, indicating a strong recovery.

What is the target percentage of Dubai's energy to be sourced from clean energy by 2050?

• 80%

• 50%

• 60%

• 75%

Which technology is NOT mentioned as part of Dubai's clean energy projects?

• Nuclear power

• Wind power

• Photovoltaic solar power

• Green hydrogen production

What does decoupling water distillation from electricity production aim to achieve?

• Reduce energy consumption

• Increase water production

• Lower water prices

• Use solar energy for desalination

How does Dubai plan to handle the rise in gas prices?

• By importing cheaper gas

• By switching to coal

• By relying on long-term contracts

• By increasing local gas production

What percentage increase in energy demand was observed in Dubai in 2021 compared to 2019?

• 12%

• 10%

• 7%

• 5%

Which initiative allows solar panel installation on building rooftops in Dubai?

• Rooftop Solar Program

• Dubai Solar Initiative

• Shams Dubai

• Green Roof Project

What is the expected additional solar power capacity from rooftop installations in Dubai?

• 250 MW

• 350 MW

• 550 MW

• 450 MW