The Consumption Assessment Tool by DEWA lets residents track their electricity and water consumption easily. Part of the Smart Dubai initiative, it provides energy conservation tips to help residents manage electricity and water consumption. It is available for all residents of Dubai to encourage them to adopt a sustainable lifestyle.
Let’s learn how to access and use this effective Consumption Assessment Tool (CAT) by DEWA.
How to Use Consumption Assessment Tool by DEWA
The CAT by DEWA is part of the Smart Dubai – Smart Living initiative. It is available on the DEWA website and app.
Accessing and Using the DEWA Consumption Assessment Tool via the Website
Visit the official DEWA website and follow the instructions below.
1. Log in
Log in to your account using your user credentials or create a new DEWA account when you get a electricity connection in Dubai.
2. Find the Tool
Go to ‘Consumer Services’, then Consumption Management.’ There, you will come across a number of options to choose from, including the Consumption Assessment Tool.
You can check your own water and electricity consumption. You can also compare your consumption to other households and subscribe to DEWA’s high water usage alert.
3. Use the Tool
To get started, fill out the consumption form by DEWA, after which you will be sent a detailed consumption report. You can compare this with other households’ consumption and get suggestions on how to reduce the usage as part of the DEWA smart initiatives.
Accessing and Using the Consumption Assessment Tool on the DEWA App
To access the DEWA Consumption Assessment Tool on mobile, the user must first download the DEWA mobile app (iOS | Android). Once downloaded, follow these steps to use the Consumption Assessment Tool:
1. Log in
Open the app and log in with your DEWA account credentials. If you don’t have an account already, you can quickly sign up using your DEWA customer number.
2. Find the Tool
Now, go to the ‘My Account’ section and then to ‘Smart Services’, where you will find the Consumption Assessment Tool.
3. Use the Tool
Once you have accessed the tool, you can start using it to benefit from it. Using the tool, you can monitor your water and electricity usage and get tips on how to reduce your DEWA bill.
Features of the DEWA Consumption Assessment Tool
Here’s a breakdown of the features and benefits of the DEWA Consumption Assessment Tool:
1. Monitor Consumption
The tool helps monitor your daily, weekly and monthly consumption by providing details of your water and electricity usage. This lets you identify when the usage peaks and the appliances that use more energy for more informed decisions. Moreover, you can check electricity bills for the overall consumption. But this tool can help monitor the usage and slash your DEWA bills.
2. Compare Consumption
This feature allows you to compare your usage with another household in your area or group. This lets you compare it to the average consumption of a similar household. You can then make adjustments based on the comparison and set goals accordingly.
3. Set Goals
Once you have received a detailed report of your energy usage, you can set achievable goals for yourself. This will not only reduce your DEWA bill but also encourage a sustainable lifestyle. A simple way to conserve energy is by using demanding appliances during off-peak times.
4. Get Tips
Along with a detailed consumption report, the tool will also give you some custom tips to help you conserve energy. These tips can be minor behavioural changes or habits. This includes turning off the lights and fans when leaving the room, fixing leaky faucets or reducing the AC temperature.
5. Free of Cost
Using the DEWA Consumption Assessment Tool is free of charge. It is intended to benefit the customers and enhance their user experience.
6. Reduce Carbon Footprint
By conserving energy, you consequently reduce the carbon emissions in the environment, thereby reducing the overall carbon footprint. Considering the current universal problem of global warming, this is important for each one of us.
FAQs
The consumption assessment tool lets you keep track of your water and electricity usage.
– Log in to the official DEWA website or app.
– Go to the Consumption Assessment Tool.
– Fill out DEWA’s consumption form.
– Get a detailed report on your water and electricity consumption.
According to Energy Dubai, DEWA estimated the average electricity consumption to be 20,000 kWh per person annually.
DEWA Consumption Assessment Tool is an essential tool to keep track of your electricity and water usage and conserve energy. This will help you effectively manage DEWA bills and reduce your carbon footprint, thus playing your role as a global citizen.
For more details, you can find out the answers to the frequently asked questions about DEWA.
