Around 10 per cent of Emirati homes in Dubai will start generating their own electricity by the end of this year.
Solar panels, as well as energy-saving lights and equipment, will be installed in the houses for free, with DEWA bearing all the expenses.
The initiative is part of Dubai’s 50-year charter announced earlier this year, to improve all aspects of life in the emirate.
DEWA has awarded the project to six contractors who will start work immediately.
UAE allows citizens to travel to Lebanon from Monday
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) has announced that United Arab Emirates nationals will be permitted to travel to Lebanon effective Monday, June 29, 2026.
UAE strongly condemns Israeli attacks on Syria
The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned the Israeli attacks on Quneitra and Daraa in Syria, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) said in a statement on Monday.
Jumeirah Beach 2 awarded historic Gold Accessibility Certification
Jumeirah Beach 2 has become Dubai's first beach to be awarded a Gold Accessibility Certification from the World Disability Union.
Dubai's RTA smart mini-bus service hits 193,000 users
Dubai's app-based shared minibus service, operated by the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), has served over 193,000 users since its launch in December 2024.
