Dubai, 18 February 2015

The Dubai Supreme Council of Energy has extended the deadline for receiving applications for the Emirates Energy Award (EEA) until 15 March 2015. The decision was made due to demand from regional institutions and individuals in the energy sector to take part in the second EEA 2014-2015. Its theme is ‘For a Sustainable Future.’

“The Emirates Energy Award aims to highlight best practices and leading efforts in energy efficiency, alternative energy, and sustainability in the Middle East and North Africa. The award serves as an incentive for scientific innovation and creative ideas in this sector. Due to the increasing demand and several requests to postpone the deadline, the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy has extended the submissions deadline. We want to ensure the maximum participation of innovative projects and experiences that have succeeded in energy conservation and efficiency, as well as explore alternative and clean sources of energy to reduce dependence on conventional energy sources,” said HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Vice Chairman of the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy and President of the EEA.

“The decision to extend the deadline followed the roadshows by the Supreme Council delegation across the Middle East and North Africa to promote the award and raise awareness among energy companies in the region.

The last award saw strong participation from many countries in the target areas. This year, we are recording wider participation, which is clear evidence of the success it has achieved at the regional level,” said HE Ahmed Butti Al Muhairbi, Secretary General of the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy and Chairman of the Executive Committee of the EEA.

There are seven categories in the EEA, Energy Efficiency in the Public Sector, Energy Efficiency in the Private Sector, Large Energy Project, Small Energy Project, Education and Capacity Building, Young Professional Energy Award, and the Special Recognition Award. Each of the first six awards have Gold, Silver and Bronze categories.

Nominations are open for organisations, individuals, and teams. Eligible projects must be in operation for at least one year in the Middle East or North Africa.