The national prosperity and economic vitality and growth depend upon the availability
of adequate future supplies of water and energy. Therefore, the UAE Government’s vision
for a sustainable future includes the two most critical resources, water and energy
as two of its primary pillars. Following the national interest, the United Arab Emirates
University (UAEU) initiatives in research and innovation give high priority to the
conservation and sustainability of water resources and energy.
The UAEU established the National Water Center (NWC) in 2012. The NWC functioned as
a multidisciplinary research and consultancy center in response to the strategic needs
of the country and the region. In 2016, the center obtained a professional license
in several activities associated with the proper classification from the Department
of Economic Development.
