The push to plug Dubai into the global green economy continues as more charging stations are set up at petrol stations to charge the growing trend of electric cars hitting the streets.

 

On Sunday, Emirates National Oil Company (ENOC) stated that it had installed seven electrical vehicle charging stations at Enoc/Eppco service stations across Dubai.

 

The new charging units promote sustainability and are in line with the Dubai Government’s Smart City strategy, the energy firm said.

 

With partners Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), the first seven charging stations were completed and commissioned in Enoc/Eppco petrol stations in February, while two more units will be installed at new sites currently under construction in Dubai.

 

Dewa launched the electric-vehicle charging stations programme last year to transform Dubai into the smartest city in the world. Electric-vehicle charging stations promote sustainable personal transportation and preserve natural resources.

 

In February 2015, Dewa launched its first charging station for electric cars at its headquarters. (Gulf News)

 

 

PHOTO CREDIT: ENOC.