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H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, has said that the emirate is making rapid strides to strengthen its green economy and enhance sustainable development as per international best practices in clean and renewable energy adoption.

His Highness said that Dubai has achieved considerable success in developing alternative energy solutions that support the emirate’s comprehensive development, in line with the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai.

Dubai continues to implement mega projects that have made the emirate a global leader in this field, he noted.

Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed went on to say, "The positive returns from our massive investments in renewable energy production have encouraged us to continue strengthening our capabilities in this domain. Our aim is to establish Dubai as a global model for reducing carbon emissions and implementing clean energy projects. To build a more sustainable future, we need to be aware of the importance of conserving resources, rationalising consumption and adopting green solutions to preserve the environment for future generations."

Sheikh Hamdan made his remarks during a tour of the 21st Water, Energy, Technology and Environment Exhibition, WETEX 2019, currently taking place in Dubai.

His Highness was welcomed by Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Managing Director and CEO of DEWA and Founder and Chairman of WETEX, along with a number of DEWA officials. He toured the DEWA platforms in addition to visiting the stands of several international companies participating in the exhibition.