UAE to Retrofit Government Buildings with Energy Efficiency Tech

Siemens to deploy technology to transform 60 government buildings

Siemens Smart Infrastructure is deploying energy efficiency technology at 60 government buildings in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as part of a decarbonisation programme. The programme, which forms part of the UAE’s strategy to achieve its net zero 2050 targets, is intended to save up to 27% baseline energy and water consumption annually. The energy saving goal is equivalent to a CO2 reduction of 15,400 metric tons.

Deployments follow a comprehensive study in which Siemens successfully implemented retrofits in a representative sample of seven of the Ministry’s buildings, creating a baseline of energy consumption and an analysis of anomalies to inform the selection of buildings for the retrofit programme.

Reducing Energy Consumption

• Siemens Smart Infrastructure is deploying energy efficiency technology at 60 UAE government buildings as part of a decarbonisation programme
• The programme aims to reduce energy and water consumption by 27% annually, equivalent to cutting 15,400 metric tons of CO2 emissions
• Siemens' retrofits in seven Ministry buildings have already achieved 20% savings in energy and water

Siemens has already successfully implemented retrofits to seven Ministry buildings, resulting in 20% energy and water savings. “This programme with Siemens is a testament to our commitment to setting a global standard for sustainability and efficiency in the built environment,” said Suhail Mohamed Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure for the UAE. “The UAE is dedicated to leading by example, and this retrofitting initiative is a crucial step in our journey towards achieving our long-term environmental goals.

“The Ministry’s strategy, stemming from the broader UAE strategy to achieve net zero emissions by 2050, encompasses a holistic approach to the sustainable development of key industries like energy, infrastructure, real estate, and transportation. This programme, which is initially targeting healthcare and education facilities, marks a vital step in our country’s rapid journey to decarbonise all sectors of the economy.”

Siemens will deploy technology to upgrade heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems, integrate movement and lighting sensors, and install building management systems to centralise energy management. Implementing these measures are expected to result in substantial reductions in carbon emissions, and improvements in operational efficiency. Solutions will include technology from the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio.

The Ministry’s strategy, stemming from the broader UAE strategy to achieve net zero emissions by 2050, encompasses a holistic approach to the sustainable development of key industries like energy, infrastructure, real estate, and transportation.

Suhail Mohamed Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure for UAE

The open digital business platform enables customers to accelerate their digital transformation easier, faster and at scale. “To accelerate decarbonisation, we will deploy innovative and scalable solutions such as this program, which will serve as a blueprint for decarbonising buildings,” said Matthias Rebellius, Managing Board Member of Siemens AG and CEO of Smart Infrastructure. “Together with the Ministry, we will not only boost the energy efficiency of buildings, but also significantly contribute to the UAE’s sustainability and energy efficiency goals.”

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