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Dubai Looks to a Cleaner Energy Future

By Joel ScanlonNov 14 2010

Dubai is looking forward to new energy options such as clean coal and nuclear power. Currently the Middle East nation generates almost all of its energy by burning natural gas. It hopes to generate 20% from clean coal and another 20% from nuclear energy in the future.

The Emirate sees its power needs increasing and is being proactive about its energy needs Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) said. Clean Coal technology aims to make the polluting emissions less than what traditional fossil fuels generate.

Dewa Chief Executive Officer Al Tayer said that the Supreme Council of Energy pays great attention to the important issues of the energy sector, such as power generation and water desalination according to the goal of enhancing Dubai’s production capacity to keep pace with the growing demand for power in the Emirate.

Saeed al Tayer, the vice chairman of the council and chief executive of DEWA said that diversifying the emirate's energy supply was the biggest target the council had set since it was formed last year. He felt that it was important for Dubai not to be dependent on just one energy source.

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Joel Scanlon

Joel relocated to Australia in 1995 from the United Kingdom and spent five years working in the mining industry as an exploration geotechnician. His role involved utilizing GIS mapping and CAD software. Upon transitioning to the North Coast of NSW, Australia, Joel embarked on a career as a graphic designer at a well-known consultancy firm. Subsequently, he established a successful web services business catering to companies across the eastern seaboard of Australia. It was during this time that he conceived and launched News-Medical.Net. Joel has been an integral part of AZoNetwork since its inception in 2000. Joel possesses a keen interest in exploring the boundaries of technology, comprehending its potential impact on society, and actively engaging with AI-driven solutions and advancements.

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