The Department of Energy has launched the “Abu Dhabi Integrated Energy Model” today, at an event coinciding with Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2019, to provide a roadmap for the energy sector in the upcoming period, in line with the Abu Dhabi Economic Vision 2030.
Bearing the theme “Energy: A Power that Shapes the Future”, the launch event brought together prominent strategic partners with a vested interest in setting a strategy for the sector in the upcoming period.
The Model helps outline a holistic plan for the energy sector, determine the main tenets of sustainability in collaboration with all partners, set strategies and action plans to promote sustainability in various sectors and ensure efficient use of all energy resources, drive the transition towards renewable and clean energy, and promote new consumption habits.
His Excellency Eng. Awaidha Murshed Al Marar, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Department of Energy, said: “Our approach to our work is clear; it draws inspiration from the vision and directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council. We strive to lead the energy sector, rallying local and international talent and maintaining flexibility in the face of global transformations, which we embrace and transform into success stories that inspire the world and cement Abu Dhabi’s active role in redrawing the map of traditional and renewable energy sources.”
“We are at a pivotal stage in redrawing our strategies for the future,” H.E. added. “With that in mind, we are working to ensure synergy and integration between our plans and those of the UAE Ministry of Energy. We are committed to collaborating with our strategic partners to set a new model for the energy sector that is unprecedented in the region. The Abu Dhabi Integrated Energy Model includes a new approach to the future that resonates with the major transformations sweeping across the sector, as well as a dynamic vision for optimising the use of renewable resources by tapping smart technologies and solutions that improve efficiency.”
“We look forward to drastically reshaping public attitudes and the way various sectors operate. We reiterate our commitment to maintaining constant communication with our strategic partners to keep them informed of the decisions that most affect the future of the sector,” H.E. Al Marar concluded.
Project Objectives
The project seeks to highlight the Emirate of Abu Dhabi’s efforts to drive scientific planning and integrated coordination to manage the energy sector. It underlines Abu Dhabi’s pioneering role in the renewable energy sector – alongside traditional sources like oil and gas – and its efforts to guide consumption, preserve natural resources, and shed light on the major investment opportunities in the sector.
A Work Model that Meets the Highest International Standards
The Abu Dhabi Integrated Energy Model presents a framework that lays the groundwork for expanding the energy sector while still bringing it together as one integrated unit, encompassing everything from oil, gas and nuclear energy, to water, electricity and renewable, clean energy. It asserts the Department of Energy’s critical role in integrating efforts from all strategic partners in the sector, paying special attention to the issue of energy security, which will be a priority over the coming period, where various scenarios will be outlined to balance supply and demand in Abu Dhabi’s energy sector.
The Model covers all aspects of energy production, distribution and consumption, allowing for harmony and integration among all institutions and partners in the energy sector, all while clearly defining roles and responsibilities.
Expected Effects on Various Sectors
The new Model will bring about drastic transformations on the energy sector in Abu Dhabi through a set of new policies that will enhance productivity in the sector over the coming two decades, boosting its contribution to the national economy and development efforts.
On another note, the Model will help reduce carbon emissions by advocating for cleaner and renewable energy sources, as well as advanced technologies that curb waste in energy, all while creating new job opportunities.
An Analytical Tool to Support Decision Makers
The new Model provides an analytical tool that compares potential policies for Abu Dhabi to adopt to address such issues as cost, supply chain security, economic development, and environmental impact, among others. This, in turn, provides decision makers with accurate data to use in order to overcome challenges and achieve Abu Dhabi’s vision. The Model helps decision makers draw a holistic picture covering all aspects of the energy sector; it aggregates all data that boost the sector’s competitiveness and attract foreign investments.
Higher Committee for Energy
The Committee would include strategic partners and relevant authorities in Abu Dhabi to harmonise efforts towards ensuring the success of the Abu Dhabi Integrated Energy Model and to inform policy options – in collaboration with a taskforce from the Abu Dhabi Department of Energy – raising awareness of the benefits the Model provides, which, in turn, maximises value and return for all key partners.
