DUBAI: The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has taken a major step towards a cleaner future by installing solar energy systems at 22 of its facilities, reinforcing Dubai’s ambitious sustainability goals.
As part of its Zero-Emissions Strategy 2050 and the Dubai Clean Energy Strategy 2050, RTA’s initiative is set to generate 32 million kilowatt-hours of clean energy annually, reducing around 10,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions every year. That’s the environmental equivalent of planting over 160,000 trees!
From bustling bus depots in Al Quoz and Al Khawaneej to metro depots and workshops in Al Muhaisnah, solar panels are now soaking up the sun across a diverse range of RTA locations. The move is not just about clean energy—it’s also about smart tracking. All energy output is monitored in real time via DEWA’s Shams Dubai Calculator, ensuring efficient operation at every site.
Shaikha Ahmad Al Shaikh, Director of Buildings and Facilities at RTA, said the project supports Dubai’s wider vision of sustainable development by promoting renewable energy use and reducing the city’s carbon footprint. She noted that the systems were designed according to DEWA’s standards and tailored for each facility’s specific use and environment.
With Dubai’s scorching sun now working for the planet, RTA is proving how public infrastructure can drive real change in energy sustainability. This solar switch is just one step, but it’s part of a long-term journey that’s helping shape a greener, smarter Dubai.
