WETEX 2025 Highlights Emerging Sectors Driving UAE’s Sustainable Economic Transformation

The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) is hosting the 27th Water, Energy, Technology and Environment Exhibition (WETEX) from 30 September to 2 October 2025 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. This event is held under the guidance of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and patronage of H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum. WETEX is expanding its focus on future-oriented sectors, aligning with global trends to enhance energy transition and net-zero progress.

WETEX serves as a significant platform for exploring opportunities from rapid global changes. It identifies proactive solutions to climate change impacts, ensuring stakeholders lead in sustainability. This year, AI innovations supporting green mobility, digital transformation, and clean energy adoption are highlighted. Enhanced interactive platforms aim to boost awareness and international cooperation in green finance, smart cities, and health and safety.

Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD and CEO of DEWA, stated that WETEX reflects the UAE's development under its wise leadership. "The exhibition consolidates the UAE’s position as a reliable partner in efforts to shape a more sustainable and resilient future for all," he said. The event supports the UAE’s Net Zero 2050 Strategy and Dubai's Clean Energy Strategy 2050 by turning climate ambitions into reality.

Dr. Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber emphasised WETEX's role in promoting advanced technology for sustainable development. He noted that it aligns industrial growth with sustainability goals while boosting investment in clean technologies. "WETEX amplifies these efforts by fostering dialogue, collaboration, and joint action among international partners," Dr. Al Jaber added.

Suhail bin Mohammed Al Mazrouei highlighted WETEX as a platform uniting government entities and experts to explore energy's future. He mentioned that it embodies the UAE’s commitment to investing in innovative solutions like AI and green mobility for a sustainable economy shift. "The UAE has established itself as a global model in climate action through pioneering national strategies," he added.

Dr. Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak discussed how WETEX showcases groundbreaking technologies enhancing water and energy resilience amid climate challenges. She highlighted reverse-osmosis desalination, agri-tech solutions, wastewater repurposing goals, and solar installations as examples of sustainable practices driving economic growth.

Promoting Innovation and Collaboration

Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi described WETEX as a platform demonstrating the UAE's dedication to leading global sustainability dialogues. By gathering thought leaders worldwide, it fosters collaboration for transformative solutions accelerating net-zero progress. "This exhibition is not just a showcase of cutting-edge technologies - it is a vital forum for addressing the pressing challenges of our time," he said.

WETEX ranks among the world's leading specialised trade fairs in energy, water, and sustainability fields. It hosts thousands of companies, decision-makers, investors, innovators, experts, allowing them to exchange insights on topics like renewable energy, water management, digital transformation, cyber security, smart cities, green mobility, health and safety.

The exhibition also delves into vital sectors' sustainability such as oil and gas by bringing together global thought leaders showcasing pioneering solutions. WETEX reinforces the UAE's leadership in shaping a sustainable future for generations ahead.

With inputs from WAM