Exciting news for electric vehicle (EV) owners in Dubai! The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has announced a significant expansion of its EV 'Green Charger' stations, which will soon be available at paid parking zones across the city. This initiative is part of a new agreement with Parkin, the largest supplier of paid public parking facilities in Dubai.

As of April 2024, Dubai boasts over 30,000 electric vehicles, a number expected to rise in the coming years. Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of DEWA, highlighted the growing popularity of the EV Green Charger initiative, which saw over 15,000 registered customers by the end of March 2024.

Parkin has also been exploring opportunities in the EV sector, recognizing the critical role its parking facilities play in supporting the transition to clean energy vehicles. "Given the time it takes to recharge clean energy vehicles, our parking facilities will play a key role in supporting the transition to EVs. Our extensive parking network will provide easy access to charging services, helping to incentivize EV adoption," a Parkin representative stated. The company, which operates over 197,000 parking spaces in Dubai, sees the incorporation of EV charging stations as a significant opportunity to enhance its platform's capabilities.

Since the launch of the EV Green Charger initiative in 2015, it has powered electric vehicles for a cumulative distance of approximately 130 million kilometers. Once customers register their EVs with the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai, DEWA creates an EV Green Charger account for them, enabling them to charge their vehicles within an hour. Additionally, all customers, including unregistered ones, can use the guest mode feature to charge their EVs.

This expansion of EV charging stations is a major step towards promoting sustainable transportation in Dubai, making it easier for residents and visitors to switch to electric vehicles. Keep an eye out for these new charging stations in paid parking zones near you!