Tadweer showcases its waste management innovations

His Excellency Marwan bin Ghalita, Director General of Dubai Municipality, recently visited Tadweer, one of Dubai’s flagship waste management facilities.

The visit reflects the emirate’s continued efforts to promote the circular economy, support environmental sustainability, and reduce dependence on landfills.

Accompanied by a senior delegation from Dubai Municipality, Bin Ghalita was welcomed by Faris Saeed, CEO of Tadweer, alongside other key executives.

During the visit, the delegation toured the facility’s key operational areas, which have been serving the city for two decades and now form a vital part of Dubai’s integrated waste management infrastructure. His Excellency was briefed on the facility’s processes, advanced technologies for waste collection, sorting, and recycling, and innovative methods for converting waste into valuable resources.

The itinerary included a stop at Tadweer’s pilot biogas plant, which demonstrates how organic waste can be transformed into energy—a clear example of utilising local resources to support the UAE’s energy sustainability and security goals.

Bin Ghalita highlighted the critical role of circular economy frameworks and public-private collaboration in expanding sustainable practices. He praised Tadweer for its contributions to addressing environmental challenges and turning them into strategic opportunities for a more sustainable Dubai.

Dubai's strategy

Bin Ghalita said, “Dubai has established itself as a leader in adopting integrated waste management and circular economy practices through a long-standing commitment to environmental sustainability and resource conservation. This includes leveraging modern technologies, advanced systems, and innovation to enhance the efficiency of waste collection, sorting, and treatment in sustainable ways. Dubai Municipality remains committed to supporting and advancing environmental and technological solutions that align with national strategies, most notably, the Dubai Integrated Waste Management Strategy 2021–2041, which focuses on implementing global best practices and long-term infrastructure, and the Dubai Clean Energy Strategy 2050, which aims to position Dubai as a global hub for clean energy and the green economy.”

Faris Saeed, CEO of Tadweer and Chairman of SEE Holding, added, “Tadweer is a real-world embodiment of sustainability, diverting millions of tons of waste from landfills and providing a practical, scalable model for implementing the circular economy. Our vision is rooted in the belief that technology is not just a tool but a strategic partner in realising the UAE’s environmental transformation goals. With the continued support of Dubai Municipality, we are confident in our path toward a future defined by innovation, regeneration, and zero waste.”

Since its launch, Tadweer has handled over 5.2 million tons of municipal solid waste, easing the strain on landfill sites and converting substantial volumes into useful products. This includes the creation of more than 90,000 tons of premium organic compost for use in agriculture and green urban spaces.

In parallel, environmental education forms a core part of Tadweer’s strategy. The company has conducted more than 1,200 awareness campaigns, engaging over 30,000 students across the UAE to cultivate a culture of sustainability among future generations.