Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), in collaboration with the Dubai Environment and Climate Change Authority (DECCA), has reinforced its commitment to biodiversity conservation by planting 600 new mangrove trees at the Jebel Ali Marine Sanctuary.
The initiative saw the active participation of 239 volunteers, who collectively contributed 478 hours of community service, underlining the growing role of public engagement in environmental stewardship.
The latest plantation drive is part of a broader, long-term effort by DEWA to restore and protect coastal ecosystems. Between February 2023 and December 2025, DEWA has planted 13,950 mangrove trees at the sanctuary, with the involvement of nearly 1,900 participants, including DEWA employees, their families, staff from DEWA subsidiaries, and students from DEWA Academy.
Mangroves play a critical role in coastal resilience by protecting shorelines, supporting marine biodiversity, absorbing carbon dioxide, and acting as natural buffers against climate impacts.
The initiative supports the ‘Plant the Emirates’ National Programme, launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, as well as the UAE’s ambitious goal to plant 100 million mangrove trees by 2030.
HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of DEWA, emphasised that expanding green spaces and restoring native ecosystems are central to the organisation’s sustainability vision. He highlighted DEWA’s focus on preserving local tree species, particularly mangroves, and implementing nature-based solutions to address climate change while enhancing ecological balance.
Participants praised DEWA for fostering a culture of volunteerism and environmental responsibility, enabling individuals to contribute meaningfully to the protection of coastal, marine, and terrestrial habitats. The initiative demonstrates how collaboration between government entities and the community can translate national sustainability goals into tangible on-ground impact.
Through sustained mangrove restoration and community engagement, DEWA and DECCA are strengthening Dubai’s natural ecosystems, enhancing biodiversity, and reinforcing the emirate’s commitment to long-term environmental sustainability—proving that climate action and community participation can grow hand in hand.