Doha, Qatar – Dubai, United Arab Emirates, February 12, 2025: The Dubai Supreme Council of Energy announced today the launch of the 5th cycle of the Emirates Energy Award (2023–2025) in Qatar during a press conference held at The St. Regis Doha.
The conference was attended by Mr. Hussein Al Naqbi, Head of the Economic, Political, and Media Section at the UAE Embassy in Qatar, along with representatives from the energy and environmental sectors, private and academic institutions, and various media outlets.
Also participating in the conference were Mr. Taher Diab, Secretary-General of the Emirates Energy Award, and Mr. Ali Al Suwaidi, Senior Manager, Corporate Communications and Media, Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, Vice Chairman of the Marketing and Events Committee of Emirates Energy Award (EEA).
HE Ahmad Buti Al Muhairbi, Secretary General of the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, and Vice Chairman of the Executive Committee of Emirates Energy Award (EEA), stated: “We are pleased to launch the 5th cycle of the Emirates Energy Award (2023–2025) under the theme ‘Empowering Carbon Neutrality’ in Qatar, a country that plays a pivotal role in supporting regional and global efforts to accelerate the transition to clean and renewable energy. This initiative aligns with the award’s objectives of fostering innovation and promoting the use of creative technologies to address climate change challenges and enhance sustainability.”
His Excellency added: “The Emirates Energy Award has successfully attracted outstanding submissions from various countries, with Qatar contributing a significant share of innovative energy solutions. We look forward to receiving more valuable projects from Qatar in this new cycle, further supporting efforts to tackle climate change challenges and promote sustainable development.”
During the conference, Mr. Ali Al Suwaidi highlighted the importance of the Emirates Energy Award in recognizing the efforts of both the public and private sectors in the fields of energy efficiency, sustainable energy projects, education, and scientific research, while also encouraging key contributors in this vital sector.
Al Suwaidi concluded by expressing his gratitude and appreciation to all attendees, including officials, institutions, partners, and media representatives. He also commended Qatar’s pivotal role in supporting sustainability and renewable energy initiatives at the regional and international levels.
For his part, Mr. Taher Diab provided a detailed overview of the Emirates Energy Award, its objectives, and its various categories, which have established it as a global platform in the energy sector. He explained that the award aims to highlight best practices in energy efficiency and innovation, promote the use of renewable energy, and drive positive economic and environmental impact.
The Emirates Energy Award serves as a global platform for public and private institutions, as well as individuals, to showcase their achievements and initiatives in energy management and conservation, while highlighting their contributions to the use of clean and renewable energy sources. It also seeks to support development and innovation in the energy sector and raise awareness of the importance of environmental sustainability.
The Emirates Energy Award has invited the public and private sectors, as well as the academic community and youth in Qatar, to participate in its 5th cycle. Applications can be submitted through the official website: https://emiratesenergyaward.com/ . Additionally, details about the award categories can be accessed via the following link: https://emiratesenergyaward.com/ar/about-eea/#award-categories-about .
