Good news for EV drivers: New charging stations to come up in Dubai

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) will install new electric vehicle charging stations in the first quarter of 2025 as part of its electric vehicle (EV) charging partnership with Parkin Company PJSC (Parkin), the largest provider of paid public parking facilities and services in Dubai.

According to a WAM report, these stations will operate on alternating current (AC) with a capacity of 22 kilowatts each and will be placed at prime parking sites managed by Parkin. Each station will serve two parking spaces.

Locations of the charging stations

On-street parking locations in zones A and C have been selected to host the new charging stations. These locations are strategically chosen to be within or near high-density residential communities with limited or no access to EV charging facilities.

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Customers will be able to pay both the EV charging tariff and the parking fee in a single transaction using Parkin’s app and linked digital wallet.

This strategic collaboration will expand the total number of DEWA’s EV Green Charger stations in Dubai, providing customers living or working nearby with convenient access to EV charging infrastructure. The increased convenience for end users will contribute to higher utilization of parking spaces adjacent to EV chargers, enhancing operational efficiency and revenue potential.

DEWA’s EV green charger network

DEWA has a widespread network of approximately 740 EV Green Chargers installed at various locations across Dubai. The organization aims to increase this number to 1,000 charging stations by the end of the year.

The EV charger initiative, launched by DEWA in 2014, aims to provide a robust infrastructure to meet the growing demand for electric vehicles in Dubai.

What the officials have to say

“We continue to strengthen green mobility by promoting the use of eco-friendly electric vehicles to reduce carbon emissions from the transport sector. This aligns with the Dubai Green Mobility Strategy 2030 and the Dubai Social Agenda 33, both of which aim to make Dubai the city offering the best living experience,” said Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD and CEO of DEWA.

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“Our partnership with Parkin to install EV Green Chargers is part of our efforts to provide advanced EV charging infrastructure in Dubai, delivering a seamless experience through charging facilities equipped with state-of-the-art technologies. These initiatives support the UAE’s climate goals and reinforce Dubai’s position as a leading global destination to live, work, and invest in,” Al Tayer added.

Eng. Mohamed Al Ali, CEO of Parkin, commented, “Parkin plays a critical role in enabling the transition to EVs throughout the Emirate. The installation of green chargers in key locations will enhance our world-class facilities, unlock new growth opportunities, and incentivize EV adoption.”

“With unique operational capabilities and a shared vision to enable sustainable mobility, Parkin and DEWA are committed to expanding EV infrastructure in our city, directly supporting the environmental, social, and mobility ambitions of our wise leadership,” he reiterated.