Al Sheraa is the tallest, largest and smartest zero-energy government building in the world
Alec provides solar energy solutions to DEWA headquarters
Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer: “Accelerating the shift towards zero-energy buildings, and establishing a sustainable model to save energy without harming the environment.”
Alec Energy Company announced the signing of a contract to provide solar photovoltaic solutions for the new headquarters of the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) in the Al Jaddaf area, which is called Al Sheraa.
A statement issued yesterday stated that in order to achieve the maximum benefit from solar energy solutions, "Alec Energy" provided a multi-level solution that includes about 21,150 square meters of photovoltaic panels on the roof of the building, and more than 1,000 square meters of photovoltaic panels integrated into the building facade. In addition to about 2,000 square meters of glass wings, fiber optic collectors, shaded photovoltaic panels and “solar trees”, which will have a combined production capacity upon completion of 4.8 megawatts, ensuring that the new headquarters will reach its net-zero goals.
Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Managing Director and CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, said: "We are working within the framework of the vision and directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, to make Dubai a global center for clean energy and green economy." DEWA contributes to accelerating the shift towards zero-energy buildings, and establishing a sustainable energy-saving model that supports economic growth without harming the environment and its resources.
He added: “Through Al Sheraa Building, the new main building of the authority, which will be the tallest, largest and smartest zero-energy government building in the world, we aim to establish a global model for construction that reflects the balance between development and the environment, to preserve the right of future generations to live in a clean environment. healthy and safe.”
For his part, General Manager of Alec Energy, James Stewart, said that winning this project is a clear confirmation of Alec Energy's ability to provide more innovative and cost-effective solutions to meet and exceed the ambitious goals set by the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority for the building.
It is noteworthy that the area of the "Al Sheraa" building exceeds two million square feet, and the building will include 15 floors, in addition to a basement and five floors for parking, with a capacity of 5,000 people.
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