Ahmed bin Shafar discusses enhancing cooperation in sustainable cooling

In Abu Dhabi, Ahmed bin Shafar, CEO of Empower, met with representatives of the United Nations Environment Programme. They discussed ways to develop international cooperation in sustainable and efficient cooling within the framework of 'Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2026'.

Ahmed bin Shafar, CEO of Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation (Empower), the world's largest district cooling services provider, a special advisor to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), a board member of the International District Energy Association (IDEA), and chairman of the board of the District Cooling Operators Association, discussed ways to enhance international cooperation in sustainable cooling. The meeting, held in Abu Dhabi on the sidelines of the 'Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2026,' was part of joint efforts to promote...

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