DSCE promotes Emirates Energy Award across MENA region

Dubai, UAE, 10 March 2013

The Supreme Council of Energy today commenced a roadshow to promote the Emirates Energy Award (EEA) across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, particularly focusing on Bahrain, Kuwait, KSA, Morocco, Egypt, and Turkey.

“The Executive Committee of the EEA decided to conduct the roadshow following an overwhelming response to our call for applications for the Awards, as well as queries seeking more details from the MENA region.  The committee will organise seminars and workshops about the Award to further educate candidates and provide detailed information about the EEA. We will also take this opportunity to attend exhibitions and conferences that are being held in these countries during our visit,” said HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Vice Chairman of the Supreme Council and President of the EEA.

The Executive Committee of EEA has decided to extend the date for receiving nominations for the Emirates Energy Award to 30 June, 2013, to facilitate maximum possible entries.

“The EEA is a great opportunity for individuals and organisations to showcase their projects and exchange expertise. The award aims to honour outstanding projects and recognise best practices in the fields of energy efficiency,” said HE Ahmed Butti Al Muhairbi, Secretary General of the Supreme Council.

The EEA delegation includes: HE Ahmed Butti Al Muhairbi, Dr. Eissa Bastaki, President of the EEA Technical Committee, Omar Al Qurashi, VP of the Marketing and Event Committee, Taher Diab, Secretary General of the EEA, Nasser Al Shaiba, Director of Environment and Safety at the Supreme Council, and Ali Al Suwaidi, Deputy Manager of Corporate Communications at the Supreme Council.