The Abu Dhabi Department of Energy has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Aldar to strengthen collaborative efforts in energy and water efficiency, sustainability, and the preservation of resources.

 

This partnership will further support joint efforts aimed at empowering and promoting sustainability practices, contributing to holistic prosperity across all sectors in Abu Dhabi, the department said.

 

The MoU was formalised at the Department of Energy’s pavilion at the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week. The signing, attended by Dr Abdulla Humaid Al Jarwan, DoE Chairman, was conducted by Eng Ahmed Mohammed Al Rumaithi, DoE Undersecretary, and Talal Al Dhiyebi, Group Chief Executive Officer at Aldar, in the presence of a number of executives from both organisations.

 

This partnership forms a key element of the strategic collaboration between the Abu Dhabi Department of Energy and leading private sector firms, particularly in the real estate sector, which plays a pivotal role in driving sustainable development and fostering urban growth. 

 

These companies are instrumental in enhancing living standards and championing sustainability across the community in line with their corporate social responsibility values. By co-launching initiatives and projects aimed at optimizing energy and water efficiency, reshaping resource consumption patterns, and fostering environmental conservation, they are actively contributing to the creation of a more sustainable future, it said.

 

Eng Al Rumaithi said: “The Department of Energy remains dedicated to forging and activating strong partnerships that positively and meaningfully impact the lives of the Emirate’s residents and its infrastructure. This is achieved by enhancing adherence to efficiency and sustainability standards in sector-related activities and associated practices, both at individual and organisational levels, while advancing efforts to promote environmental preservation and the prudent management of natural resources, energy, and water supplies.”

 

Talal Al Dhiyebi, Group Chief Executive Officer at Aldar, said: “We are honoured to partner with the Abu Dhabi Department of Energy to promote sustainable living in our communities and to introduce innovative solutions that improve resource efficiency. At Aldar, we strive to adopt the best sustainability practices and solutions across our operations. Our partnership with the Department of Energy represents a significant step towards achieving our common goals to preserve natural resources and support net zero ambitions.” – TradeArabia News Service