HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), recently visited the Hassyan Complex to review progress on the first phase of the world’s largest seawater reverse osmosis (SWRO) desalination plant.
With a production capacity of 180 million gallons per day (MIGD), this phase is approximately 40.6% complete and is slated for completion in 2027.
The AED 3.377 billion project, being executed by Hassyan Water Company A, is part of DEWA’s strategy to boost Dubai’s desalinated water production capacity. It is also the first project under DEWA’s Independent Water Producer (IWP) model. The plant’s technology, which uses less energy than traditional multi-stage distillation, aligns with Dubai’s commitment to sustainability.
During the visit, Al Tayer emphasized that the project supports His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum's vision for advanced infrastructure and meets the growing demand for water and electricity services in Dubai.
"This project is crucial for water security in Dubai and is a key component of the Dubai Integrated Water Resource Management Strategy 2030, which promotes sustainable water solutions through innovative technologies,"
Al Tayer stated.
Furthermore, the project is a cornerstone of the Dubai Clean Energy Strategy 2050, which aims for 100% clean energy by 2050. By 2030, all desalinated water in Dubai will be produced using a clean energy mix, comprising renewable energy and waste heat.
Al Tayer was accompanied by senior officials from DEWA, including Waleed Bin Salman, Executive Vice President of Business Development and Excellence.
News Source: Dubai Media Office
