Dubai Airports and Etihad Clean Energy Launch World’s Largest Rooftop Solar Project at Airports

Dubai Airports announced a groundbreaking collaboration with Etihad Clean Energy Development Company to initiate the world’s largest rooftop solar panel installation project at an airport.

The announcement took place in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum and His Excellency Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer during the World Green Economy Summit at the Dubai World Trade Centre on October 2-3, 2024.

The agreement was signed by Paul Griffiths, CEO of Dubai Airports, and Dr. Waleed Alnuaimi, CEO of Etihad ESCO.

“This initiative aligns with Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum's vision to establish Dubai as one of the most sustainable cities in the world,”

stated Al Tayer, emphasizing the goal of achieving 25% clean energy by 2030 and 100% by 2050.

This ambitious project will install 62,904 solar panels across Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central (DWC) airports, generating 60,346 MWh annually and offsetting 23,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions—equivalent to removing 5,000 cars from the road. The solar energy will supply 6.5% of DXB’s and 20% of DWC’s power needs by 2026.

Griffiths noted,

“Every kilowatt we generate from renewable sources brings us closer to shrinking our carbon footprint.”

Dr. Alnuaimi added that this project is crucial for advancing Dubai’s sustainability agenda, enhancing energy efficiency across the emirate.

This solar initiative complements Dubai Airports' ongoing environmental efforts, including LED retrofitting and biodiesel-powered ground vehicles, reinforcing its commitment to a sustainable future.

News Source: Dubai Media Office