DEWA Achieves Global Recognition with 11 Best Practices Rated Five to Seven Stars in IBPC
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has garnered significant international acclaim by having 11 of its practices recognized as global best practices in the International Best Practice Competition (IBPC). This recognition was announced during a ceremony where Dr. Robin Mann, Chairman of the IBPC, honored Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of DEWA, for his exemplary leadership in establishing a world-class excellence framework.
Recognition of Excellence
The submissions from DEWA were evaluated and classified as global best practices, receiving ratings between five and seven stars. This achievement underscores DEWA’s commitment to organizational excellence and its proactive approach to adopting innovative and sustainable practices. Notably, five practices achieved a prestigious seven-star rating, while three received six stars and another three earned five stars.
Dr. Mann commended DEWA for the remarkable success of its inaugural IBPC Best Practice Certification Programme. He highlighted that the assessment of 11 practices at five-star level or above confirms their status as international best practices. This accomplishment reflects DEWA’s dedication to excellence, innovation, and knowledge sharing across its various divisions.
Commitment to Innovation and Sustainability
Al Tayer emphasized that this global recognition aligns with the vision and directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai. He noted that DEWA’s achievements contribute to fostering a culture of excellence, leadership, and innovation within the government sector. Al Tayer expressed pride in the recognition of 11 practices as global best practices, affirming that DEWA adheres to the highest international standards while also contributing to the establishment of global benchmarks that can benefit utilities worldwide.
He further remarked that this achievement reflects the competence of DEWA’s workforce and their ability to translate innovative ideas into operational practices that provide sustainable value. Al Tayer congratulated the teams involved, emphasizing that this success embodies teamwork and a commitment to continuous improvement, supporting DEWA’s vision to become a leading sustainable and innovative corporation aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050.
Notable Practices Recognized
Among the practices that received a seven-star rating are:
- Gas Turbine Intelligent Controller (Generation Division)
- Hab-Reeh Interactive Web Service for solar photovoltaic harmonic emissions compliance (Power and Water Planning Division)
- Hydro Insight, an AI-powered smart water monitoring system that enables rapid monitoring and fault detection (Water and Civil Division)
- Independent Water and Power Producer (IWPP) Model developed in partnership with the private sector (Business Development and Excellence Division)
- World-Record Reduction of Gas Turbine Outage Periods (Generation Division)
The six-star recognitions include:
- Innovation and Future Shaping Integrated Framework, designed to anticipate future trends in the energy and water sectors (Innovation and Future Division)
- Data-Driven Approach to Measuring Training Effectiveness (Business Support and Human Resources Division)
- Standardized 132kV Digitally Optimized Substation Design (Transmission Power Division)
Five-star practices include:
- Cable Lifecycle Ageing, which enhances distribution network reliability (Distribution Power Division)
- World-Class Collections Efficiency (Billing Services Division)
- Smart Bank Guarantees (Finance Department)
These accolades not only validate DEWA’s achievements but also enhance its capability to document, present, and share best practices, further solidifying its position as a leader in the utility sector.
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Published on 2026-06-26 01:08:00 • By the Editorial Desk
