Over 250 New EV Charging Stations Set to Roll Out Across Dubai in 2025
Mar 04, 2025
Over 250 new electric vehicle (EV) charging stations are set to be installed across Dubai in 2025. As part of a partnership between Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) and Parkin, the emirate's largest provider of paid public parking, these stations will be strategically placed to boost accessibility for EV users in high-density residential and commercial areas.
Slated for deployment in the first quarter of 2025, the new chargers will operate on alternating current (AC) with a capacity of 22 kilowatts, each serving two parking spaces ensuring efficient charging for users. Select on-street parking locations in zones A and C will host these new units, offering a seamless payment experience through Parkin's app and digital wallet, integrating both charging and parking fees in one transaction.
DEWA's EV Green Charger network, launched in 2014, currently features around 740 charging points, with a goal to reach 1,000 by the end of this year.
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