DEWA honours its distinguished employees who graduated from the Master’s Programme in Future Energy Systems and Technology

In recognition of their outstanding performance and commitment to continuous learning and professional development, HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), has honoured distinguished DEWA employees who graduated from the Master’s Programme in Future Energy Systems and Technology, which DEWA launched in 2019 in partnership with the University of California, Berkeley, USA.

“Guided by the vision and directives of the wise leadership of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, and His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the UAE has established a pioneering development model centred on building national capabilities and fostering a knowledge-based economy. This approach reinforces the country’s global leadership and supports its aspirations for the future. From this perspective, at Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, we believe that human capital is the primary driver of sustainable development. Preparing and empowering national talent with advanced knowledge and skills is a key pillar in supporting the transition to a sustainable green economy. In line with this vision, we continue to invest in developing our national workforce through specialised academic and professional programmes delivered in partnership with leading international universities and academic institutions. This ensures that our employees are equipped with the latest knowledge and expertise in clean and renewable energy, enhancing their readiness to meet future challenges and opportunities,” said Al Tayer during the honouring ceremony.

“Today, I am pleased to honour the outstanding graduates of the Master’s Programme in Future Energy Systems and Technology, a pioneering programme we launched in 2019 in collaboration with the University of California, Berkeley - one of the world’s most prestigious universities in engineering, technology and innovation. The programme was designed to provide DEWA’s Emirati employees with the opportunity to obtain a master’s degree in a specialised future-focused field, supporting our continuous efforts to achieve the vision and directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum to position Dubai as a leading global hub for shaping the future. As we celebrate 193 graduates across five cohorts, we also celebrate a national achievement that supports our efforts to develop the capabilities and skills of the next generation of leaders and innovators in clean and renewable energy technologies, in line with a clear strategy and roadmap to transform Dubai into a centre of excellence and innovation in advanced technologies. The programme has enabled participants to study advanced topics including artificial intelligence, machine learning, renewable energy systems, cybersecurity and more,” added Al Tayer.

“We are proud of your academic and professional achievements, which reflect your commitment to continuous development and excellence. The knowledge and experience you have gained represent valuable assets that we look forward to leveraging to drive innovation, enhance resource efficiency and contribute to achieving net-zero goals. I encourage you to continue your journey of learning and professional development, to serve as champions of excellence and innovation, and to be role models in transforming knowledge into tangible impact that contributes to a more sustainable and prosperous future for us and for generations to come,” Al Tayer addressed the employees.

Al Tayer thanked the University of California, Berkeley, and everyone involved in this programme for delivering a pioneering academic experience. Their contribution has played an important role in preparing highly qualified national talent capable of leading the future, in line with our leadership’s forward-looking vision for transforming the energy sector and advancing global climate action.

The employees praised the Master’s Programme in Future Energy Systems and Technology, noting that it had provided them with valuable knowledge and expertise in clean and renewable energy and future technologies, while enhancing their professional and leadership capabilities. They noted that the programme has enabled them to contribute more effectively to DEWA’s journey of innovation and sustainability and to support its strategic objectives in building a more sustainable and prosperous future.