Dubai:Al Shera'a, the headquarters of the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), has achieved the prestigious SPIRE DIAMOND rating, a recognition under the Smart Building programme developed by UL Solutions in collaboration with the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA). This accomplishment marks Al Shera'a as the world's first building to receive this highest distinction, alongside the UL Verified Mark.
According to Emirates News Agency, this achievement underscores DEWA's leadership in smart and resilient infrastructure, integrating building systems across energy, safety, health, cybersecurity, connectivity, and sustainability. Al Shera'a is celebrated as the tallest, largest, and smartest net-positive government building globally, having also received Platinum certification from the US Green Building Council for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED).
Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD and CEO of DEWA, highlighted that Al Shera'a, inaugurated by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, embodies Dubai's vision through innovative solutions that enhance quality of life. The building's SPIRE DIAMOND rating is a testament to its advanced operational efficiency, data-driven automation, and readiness for future challenges.
The SPIRE DIAMOND rating reflects Al Shera'a's excellence in energy management, automation, resilient connectivity, and cybersecurity. The building's use of digital twin technology, integrating Building Information Modelling (BIM), IoT, and Big Data analytics, supports its intelligent management capabilities.
Al Shera'a's cognitive system, powered by IoT, AI, and over 110,000 smart sensors, facilitates real-time monitoring and operational integration. This setup generates over 1.9 million automated control commands daily, improving performance efficiency.
The Al Shera'a smart app, an AI-powered unified control interface, integrates approximately 100 systems, focusing on user experience, resource management, and proactive maintenance. The building's digital intelligence optimizes resource management, enhancing sustainability and operational efficiency.
