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Dewa launches best consumer awards for 2015

DUBAI, December 21, 2015

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (Dewa) has launched its 'Best Consumer Award' for the 12th consecutive year to encourage Dubai’s residents to be effective participants in the sustainable development of the emirate. 
 
The award is part of Dewa's efforts to preserve the environment and natural resources and to support its vision of becoming a sustainable innovative world-class utility, said a statement.
 
To qualify for the award, customers have to reduce their electricity and water consumption by at least 10 per cent from January 1 to December 31 compared to the previous year, it said.
 
Consumers who achieve the highest savings in electricity and water will receive cash prizes in addition to appreciation certificates from Dewa. 
 
A total of Dh39,000 ($10,617) will be awarded to the 13 top participants. 
 
The winner who achieves the highest savings will receive Dh10,000, while the second will receive Dh5,000 and the third Dh4,000. The other 10 participants will receive Dh2,000 each.
 
Mohammed Al Tayer, managing director and chief executive officer, said: “The award supports the Green Economy for Sustainable Development initiative launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, to promote the sustainable development of Dubai. 
 
"It also supports the Dubai Integrated Energy Strategy 2030’s goal of reducing energy consumption by 30% by 2030. The award is part of DEWA’s efforts to raise awareness among all segments of society about the importance of rational consumption and preserving natural resources for generations to come.”
 
“The award achieves advanced results year after another. Last year, over 5,319 participants helped reduce 9.4 million KWh of electricity, 40.7 million gallons of water, and 4,325 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions, with a total estimated value of Dh5 million,” added Al Tayer.
 
Dewa organises the annual 'Best Consumer Award' to raise awareness about the importance of reducing electricity and water use, and encourages residential consumers to better manage their consumption of these resources by following certain tips and measures.
 
It launches various awareness campaigns and programmes targeting different consumers, including educational institutions, residential and commercial buildings, and government organisations. - TradeArabia News Service



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