DEWA Achieves Exceptional Financial Milestone in 2025

The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (PJSC), the exclusive supplier of electricity and water services in Dubai, has reached a historic financial high, boasting unparalleled revenue and profit figures for the initial nine months of 2025.

This state-owned utility, which is publicly traded on the Dubai Financial Market, recorded consolidated revenues of AED 24.9 billion along with an operating profit of AED 8.3 billion, marking a significant achievement in its growth trajectory. The net profit for this period hit AED 6.8 billion, a notable increase from AED 5.5 billion during the corresponding period last year, emphasizing the strength and growth of Dubai's energy sector.

Financial and Operational Advancements

DEWA’s income rose from AED 23.5 billion in 2024, bolstered by a continuous increase in the demand for electricity, water, and district cooling solutions. Its gross profit elevated to AED 9.9 billion, showcasing enhanced operational efficiency and stringent cost management.

In this timeframe, DEWA produced operating cash worth AED 15.2 billion and allocated AED 7.8 billion towards capital projects aimed at enhancing renewable energy capacity, water desalination, and smart infrastructure. By September 2025, total assets reached AED 233.4 billion, with a robust shareholder equity of AED 89.1 billion.

Milestone in Power and Water Production

During Q3 2025, DEWA's power generation hit a record 20.5 terawatt hours (TWh), witnessing a 4.46% increase from the previous year, with clean energy comprising 13.5% of the total output. Peak power demand soared to 11.4 gigawatts (GW), establishing a new operational benchmark.

Water demand also exhibited a similar growth trajectory, consuming 43.5 billion imperial gallons (BIG) of desalinated water in Q3, marking a 6.74% year-on-year increase. Daily peak water demand achieved 487 million imperial gallons (MIG), setting another record.

Ongoing Capacity Expansion

In the latest quarter, DEWA successfully activated two 132kV, three 33kV, and 520 11kV substations, signaling continued investments in Dubai's rapid infrastructure development. The overall installed generation capacity now stands at 17.979 GW, with 3.86 GW (21.5%) sourced from renewable energy. Additionally, the capacity for desalinated water production has augmented to 495 million imperial gallons per day.

As of September 2025, DEWA caters to more than 1.3 million customer accounts, reflecting a 4.7% increase from the previous year, underscoring its pivotal role in facilitating Dubai’s urban and industrial expansion.