H.E. Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer: A Visionary Leader in Energy and Infrastructure

His Excellency Saeed Mohammed Ahmad Al Tayer is a distinguished leader with over 35 years of experience spanning telecommunications, energy, water, infrastructure, oil, gas, and industry. Since 1992, he has been at the helm of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), driving it to global recognition as one of the most distinguished utilities worldwide.

Under his visionary leadership, DEWA has achieved unprecedented success, pioneering innovation in renewable energy, sustainability, and infrastructure development. His contributions extend beyond DEWA, as he has played a key role in founding several successful companies, many of which are now market leaders.

Transforming DEWA into a Global Leader

H.E. Al Tayer’s leadership has been instrumental in DEWA’s growth into a world-class entity known for technological advancements, sustainability initiatives, and financial strength. One of his landmark achievements was steering DEWA’s historic IPO in 2022, which saw overwhelming global demand and was oversubscribed 37 times—a testament to investor confidence and the organization’s strong financial standing.

His strategic vision has led to the establishment of several successful subsidiaries, including:

• Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation (EMPOWER)
  
• Etihad Energy Services Company (Etihad ESCO)
  
• Mai Dubai
  
• Digital DEWA
  

These companies are now industry leaders, contributing significantly to Dubai’s vision for sustainability and energy efficiency.

Leadership Across Key Sectors

Beyond DEWA, H.E. Al Tayer holds key leadership positions in several major organizations, reinforcing his influence in energy, oil, and infrastructure. His roles include:

• Member of the Dubai Council and Dubai Executive Council
  
• Chairman of Emirates National Oil Company (ENOC)
  
• Chairman of Dubal Holding
  
• Chairman of Dragon Oil Company
  
• Chairman of Oilfields Supply Center Limited
  
• Vice Chairman of Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA)
  
• Vice Chairman of the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy
  

His leadership across these strategic institutions has helped shape Dubai’s energy and infrastructure landscape, ensuring sustainable growth and economic diversification.

International Recognition and Prestigious Awards

H.E. Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer’s contributions to energy, sustainability, and innovation have earned him numerous prestigious awards, including:

• Middle East Champion of Energy Award (World Green Economy Summit 2015, UNDP)
  
• Lord of Matterhorn Award (Swiss Business Council, Dubai & Northern Emirates)
  
• Excellence and Creative Engineering Award (Society of Engineers – UAE)
  
• Honorary Doctorate from Amity University in Dubai (Recognizing his commitment to excellence and sustainability)
  
• Honorary Fellowship from the Energy Institute, UK
  

In 2016, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) appointed him as “National Goodwill Ambassador for Sustainable Development Goals”, acknowledging his commitment to global sustainability efforts.

Driving Dubai’s Sustainability and Innovation Agenda

H.E. Al Tayer is a key figure in shaping Dubai’s sustainability policies and energy transformation. Through Digital DEWA and renewable energy projects, he has championed smart infrastructure, clean energy, and green initiatives, in alignment with Dubai’s Clean Energy Strategy 2050.

His work is laying the foundation for a sustainable, technology-driven future, reinforcing Dubai’s position as a global leader in energy innovation.

With a remarkable career spanning over three decades, H.E. Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer continues to drive innovation, sustainability, and economic growth in Dubai and beyond. His leadership at DEWA and across key strategic sectors has transformed the U.A.E.’s energy and infrastructure landscape, earning him global recognition and solidifying his legacy as a visionary leader.

As Dubai continues its transition toward a sustainable future, H.E. Al Tayer remains at the forefront, pioneering new initiatives and groundbreaking projects that will shape the future of energy, water, and infrastructure for generations to come.