Carbon-neutral format to power Wetex, Solar Show

Set to be held virtually this year from October 26 to 28, this is the first virtual 3D carbon-neutral exhibition in the Middle East and North Africa. The virtual exhibition has all the opportunities of a physical exhibition, as well as eliminating geographical limitations for the attendees and exhibitors from around the world.

The exhibition is an ideal platform for local and international companies and organisations to promote their products, services and innovative solutions in the water, energy, sustainability and innovation sectors, in addition to sharing best practices and expertise from around the world.

Al Tayer said: “We consider the sponsors and supporters of Wetex and Dubai Solar Show as our partners who have consolidated the position of this economic and environmental event on the global map of specialised exhibitions. They play a role in accelerating the shift towards a green economy in the UAE and the region,” said Al Tayer.

Fifty-five local and international companies and organisations have announced their sponsorship for Wetex and the Solar Show. The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai is the diamond sponsor; Siemens, Acwa Power, ABB and Hitachi ABB Power Grids are the titanium sponsors, while Dubai Media Incorporated (DMI) is the strategic media sponsor. There are 13 strategic sponsors, six platinum sponsors, 26 gold sponsors and five key media partners, including Khaleej Times.

“Our participation in Wetex is a perfect opportunity to showcase the RTA’s initiatives, achievements and plans towards achieving a sustainable green environment in all operations and services... the RTA managed significant savings in the use of energy in 2019. It saved 39.6 gigawatt-hours, 45.2 million gallons of water, 15.5 million litres of gasoline and 700,000 litres of diesel. In gas emissions, it saved 56.95 tonnes of carbon equivalent,” said Nasser Abu Shehab, CEO of strategy and corporate governance at the RTA.

“We are pleased to play an active role in this landmark event. Despite Covid-19 and its implications, the government of Dubai continues to progress towards its vision to increase its renewable energy share to 75 per cent by 2050. These advancements have been made possible through comprehensive objectives set forth by Dubai towards achieving the lowest carbon footprint and transforming the Emirate into a global clean energy and green economy hub,” said Mohammad Abunayyan, chairman of Acwa Power.