DEWA Signs MoU with UAE University to Conduct Specialised Research on PV Technologies

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DEWA Signs MoU with UAE University to Conduct Specialised Research on PV Technologies

Dubai, UAE, 25 January 2017: HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of DEWA signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with HE Dr. Mohamed Albaili, Vice Chancellor of the United Arab Emirates University (UAE University). The MoU well worth over AED 15 million lays out the structure to perform study to alleviate dust on solar panels. This remains in adherence with the vision of the wise management to boost reliance on tidy and renewable resource sources, and as part of Dubai Electrical power and Water Authority's (DEWA) efforts to invest in solar power projects.

"The MoU supports the vision of HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, to change Dubai into a global center for sustainability and green economic situation via ambitious renewable energy projects to ensure finding an equilibrium in between preserving natural deposits and achieving lasting growth. We aim to harness one of the most innovative modern technologies to develop the next generation of photovoltaic panels, to deal with existing obstacles. Energy has come to be a crucial part of social and economic development, and the change to further reliance on tidy energy has significant favorable impacts on the environment, culture, and economic climate. Standard power has ended up being much less affordable compared to financial investments in tidy power. Reducing oil prices, and technological development has actually brought about an increase in renewable resource, and we are working to motivate Research and Development (R&D) in the field of solar power to promote power safety and sustainability," said HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer.

"DEWA offers top priority to R&D with a concentrate on solar energy. This is lined up with the National Technique for Innovation, introduced by HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, to make the UAE one the most innovative countries on the planet, and the Dubai Clean Energy Strategy 2050, aiming to supply 7% of Dubai overall power outcome from clean resources by 2020, 25% by 2030, and 75% by 2050. One of the largest obstacles dealing with the regional solar industry is the dirt that accumulates on photo-voltaic (PV) panels. DEWA delights in to cooperate with the UAE University, which is one of the best study institutions in the region, and the world. This will make sure locating the most efficient solutions, in adherence with the highest possible international requirements," added Al Tayer.

Al Tayer noted the relevance of enhancing ties with research study organizations such as the UAE University, to make certain the continuous application of strategic jobs, and the fostering of new modern technologies that will raise the efficiency of clean and renewable energy.

"Uniting efforts to achieve this clean and renewable resource project, is a possibility to highlight the outstanding study abilities possessed by UAE University, regional and global researchers, and study centres and laboratories. UAE University boasts of its tactical partnership with DEWA, which will sustain initiatives in achieving tidy energy and sustainability. The partnership will also develop innovative services and advertise knowledge and science in the community through study, to attain a sustainable environment," claimed HE Dr. Mohamed Albaili, Vice Chancellor of UAE University.

"UAE University is keen to establish local, regional, and global tactical partnerships, to sustain research study efforts by experts, who are capable of enhancing Dubai's capabilities in the areas of research study and innovation. This research study project mirrors UAE University's function towards supporting education, scientific research, and knowledge, to attain sustainable advancement, and the UAE National Schedule," added Albaili.

As per the MoU, UAE University is committed to carrying out research, logical studies, and inner and external tests, together with the R&D Centre at the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park. The centre consists of 2 solar PV examination centers. The initial is committed to examining PV panels, and the second is devoted to looking into Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) strategies.

The study covers a variety of issues such as the accumulation of dust on solar panels, and evaluating the physical properties of bits in atmospheric dirt. This permits the evaluation of the dirt on the performance of photovoltaic panels to locate options to reduce this problem. The test center also prepares logical records to research the effectiveness of cleaning methods on solar panels in regards to price and top quality. Experts from both events will look after the project.