Intelligent CIO Middle East Issue 35 | Page 86

INTELLIGENT BRANDS // Green Technology DEWA launches ‘Shams Dubai Calculator’ web application ///////////////////////////// D ubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has launched the Shams Dubai Calculator web application, to help customers easily decide on the installation of photovoltaic (PV) panels on their rooftops under the ‘Shams Dubai’ initiative, to generate electricity from solar power. The Shams Dubai Calculator will provide customers with detailed comparisons and additional information conveniently and smoothly using innovative tools. This is part of DEWA’s efforts to support its Shams Dubai initiative, and is in line with its keenness to engage the people of Dubai in reducing the Emirate’s carbon footprint. HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD and CEO of DEWA, said the Shams Dubai 86 INTELLIGENTCIO Calculator is an innovative service designed by DEWA for customers who desire to produce electricity from solar power under the Shams Dubai initiative. locations, and other Shams Dubai projects within the customer’s neighbourhood. Results can also be shared through social media channels. By providing their account numbers only, customers can easily identify their building’s locations and rooftops through an interactive map. He said: “DEWA is keen to contribute to achieving Dubai’s leadership, in all areas, through the provision of quality and innovative services, which translates an integrated strategy, developed by DEWA, to apply the best solutions, future technologies and advanced global programmes. They can measure the usable area, number of panels and their total capacity on a monthly or annual basis. Using innovative interactive tools, the customer can map out specific areas without the need to calculate the whole rooftop usable area. Al Tayer also noted that the interactive map helps the customer obtain a lot of information; such as the green charger “This adheres to our leadership’s approach in adopting creativity and innovation to provide the best smart services with high quality and efficiency through the optimal use of modern technologies and appropriate placement, to achieve people’s happiness.” n www.intelligentcio.com