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by Rohan Kapur | 05-01-2016 14:48
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Abu Dhabi has joined a new global alliance working towards developing carbon-neutral methods of desalination. With demand for potable water on the rise, the renewable energy company Masdar and more than 80 other signatories – the Global Clean Water Alliance – have set a goal to reduce carbon emissions from desalination by up to 270 metric tonnes annually before 2040. Energy consumption from desalination in the UAE and Saudi Arabia is expected to increase considerably in line with rising water demand, almost tripling between 2006 and 2025, according to a 2013 study published in the International Journal of Thermal and Environmental Engineering. In the UAE, the annual total consumption for desalination was almost 65,000 gigawatt hours (GWh) in 2006 and could nearly triple to more than 145,000 GWh by 2025. The figures for Saudi Arabia are equally staggering, the annual total energy consumption for desalination was about 48,000 GWh in 2006 and is expected to reach just above 119,000 GWh by 2025. However, energy efficient technology could save as much as 17 per cent of electricity consumed for desalination in Saudi Arabia, and 16 per cent in the UAE in 2025, according to the same research. And with more than USD 300 billion being invested in GCC water projects between 2012 and 2022, this energy-saving potential could soon become a reality. The International Water Summit (IWS), part of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week and hosted by Masdar, plays an integral role in helping the water sector achieve its sustainability goals by allowing business innovators to connect with investors and decision makers. Held at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre from 18-21 January 2016, IWS is the ideal platform for stakeholders to network, engage, and exchanging ideas for the common goal of securing a sustainable water future both regionally and globally. This is a part of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2016. This show the dedication & Commitment of UAE towards sustainability & Eco-Conservation. I visited the same last year & it was amazing experience as my Brother Raunak has won an Electric Bike. Happy & proud to be a part of such a responsible Nation. Sourcee: WAM, The National, Gulf News |
 
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20 Comments
@Manav, IWS is a treat to visit indeed.
Posted 18-01-2016 12:47
@Sujan, Thanks for your wishes.
Posted 18-01-2016 12:46
@Prakriti, yes Really inspiring. Thanks.
Posted 18-01-2016 12:46
@Kirtan, Thanks.
Posted 18-01-2016 12:45
@Anthony, Thanks. UAE is very responsible & active in conservation.
Posted 18-01-2016 12:44
@Christy, Happy New Year to you, Dear Erika and the energetic Eco-Gen team. You are our inspiration & support.
Posted 11-01-2016 18:29
Good for UAE! Yes, if it's investing for sustainable future, water must be one of the key issue. Happy new year Rohan :-)
Posted 11-01-2016 13:57
Abu Dhabi is clearly leading the green initiatives in the UAE with such conferences I had been to the International water summit 2014. It is spectacular to see the UAE come this far in its quest towards a clean-green tomorrow. Thanks for the informative report, Rohan:)
Posted 09-01-2016 05:59
UAE leading in water summit and good to see your brother winning electric bike :D
Posted 08-01-2016 20:13
UAE taking steps ! really inspired from it .
Posted 08-01-2016 01:52
glad to see it !
Posted 08-01-2016 01:51
UAE gives me joy whenever I read about them and their eco sustainability moves. I applied to be a part of it and hope to succeed.
Posted 07-01-2016 15:31
@Tanvejit, Yes agreed & Thanks for your First comment.
Posted 07-01-2016 12:46
@Joshua, UAE is seriously working twd sustainability, Thanks.
Posted 07-01-2016 12:45
@Harmanjot, Concrete steps indeed, Thanks.
Posted 07-01-2016 12:44
@Arushi, Thanks for your update.
Posted 07-01-2016 12:44
Well i think every country should opt for such Initiatives for sustainability . Great to know UAE always comes forward for such great initiatives.
Posted 06-01-2016 16:12
UAE is continually increasing their commitment towards sustainable development. Very impressive
Posted 06-01-2016 07:48
Glad to see UAE taking steps like these.Thanks for sharing.
Posted 06-01-2016 00:36
UAE is indeed very committed towards sustainability & Eco-Conservation. This is the 4th year that UAE's capital Abu Dhabi is hosting such a summit as a globally relevant platform for showcasing and developing solutions for water sustainability in arid regions.The International Water Summit has matured to become a strong water event for the Middle East and North Africa region.
Thanks for sharing.
Posted 05-01-2016 18:37