The UAE's Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure is the federal entity that supervises the achievement of the security of energy supplies, in a sustainable manner. It also works on building up a strong foundation of regulations to govern the energy sector and reduces greenhouse gas emissions.

There are four authorities that deal with water and electricity matters in the UAE. These are:

• Etihad Water & Electricity (for the four Northern Emirates: Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah)
• Department of Energy for the Abu Dhabi emirate
• Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) for the Dubai emirate
• Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority (SEWGA) for the Sharjah emirate.