Digital DEWA Receives GovTech Innovation Award
Digital DEWA, the pioneering digital arm of the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, has been honored with the prestigious GovTech Innovation Award in the category of Best Accelerator of the Year in Innovation and Sustainable Future.
Marwan Bin Haidar, Vice Chairman and Group CEO of Digital DEWA, was presented with the award in recognition of the company's remarkable efforts in promoting innovation and sustainability within the technology sector.
The collaborative efforts of Digital DEWA and its subsidiaries - Moro Hub, InfraX, and DigitalX - have played a pivotal role in advancing this vision by introducing cutting-edge solutions and revolutionizing the city's digital landscape.
The GovTech Innovation Award highlights Digital DEWA's exceptional contribution towards fostering clean and sustainable practices. By leveraging state-of-the-art technology, Digital DEWA has transformed the digital sector, charting a path towards a greener and more sustainable future.
Through its subsidiary companies, Digital DEWA has introduced groundbreaking solutions that have significantly impacted sustainable development in Dubai. Moro Hub, a key subsidiary of Digital DEWA, has been instrumental in establishing an integrated platform for smart cities.
It offers advanced data centers and innovative digital services, with its green data center gaining recognition from the Guinness Book of World Records as the world's largest solar-powered data center. This accomplishment aligns with Dubai's Clean Energy Strategy 2050 and Net Zero Emissions Strategy 2050.
Moro Hub provides eco-optimal services including Cloud Platform as a Service (CPaaS), Internet Payment Service Provider (IPSP), energy monitoring management, and smart city solutions that foster collaboration and aid businesses in reducing their carbon footprint.
InfraX is pioneering sustainable Internet of Things (IoT) solutions, focusing on connectivity, renewable energy, and carbon footprint reduction. One of InfraX's public IoT networks employs LoRaWAN® technology, a low-power wide area network (LPWAN) protocol that prioritizes security and reliability, ensuring data confidentiality and integrity. InfraX holds a telecom license from the Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA) in the UAE.
DigitalX, another subsidiary of Digital DEWA, contributes to digital transformation by delivering intelligent and innovative solutions. It offers services to enhance resources, solutions, and digital assets, acting as a catalyst for change. Their range of services includes outsourcing, immersive technology, and intelligent AV solutions for projects of varying scales.
The GovTech Innovation Award solidifies Digital DEWA's position as a technology sector leader, underscoring its role in shaping a sustainable digital future. With an unwavering commitment to excellence and innovation, Digital DEWA continues to advance digital sustainability and contribute to Dubai's clean energy objectives.