Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation PJSC (Empower) aims to enhance the global recognition of the International District Cooling Conference as a leading platform for district cooling discussions worldwide. The conference serves as a vital arena for experts and decision-makers to exchange insights on the latest advancements and technologies in the district cooling sector, fostering energy efficiency and environmental sustainability on a global scale.
Ahmad Bin Shafar, CEO of Empower and Chairman of the District Cooling Operators Association, discussed Empower's readiness to host the International District Cooling Conference 2025. Having successfully hosted the conference in 2014, 2016, and 2018, preparations are underway to organize the event in Dubai for the fourth time. Key aspects such as main themes aligning with industry developments, challenges, and overcoming strategies were deliberated to ensure a successful conference.
Bin Shafar expressed pride in the continued partnership with IDEA, highlighting the importance of the conference as a prestigious professional platform that unites experts and industry leaders in district cooling, energy efficiency, and renewable energy solutions globally. The Conference's significance underscores Dubai's role as a pioneer in energy efficiency and environmental sustainability, positioning the city as a hub in the district cooling sector.
Bin Shafar emphasized that hosting the conference for the fourth time in Dubai showcases the emirate's strong support for the global district cooling sector. This demonstrates Dubai's commitment to environmental sustainability on a global scale. During his participation in the IDEA Campus Energy Conference 2025 in the United States, Bin Shafar met with Rob Thornton, President, and CEO of the International District Energy Association (IDEA), to discuss the upcoming conference. The official dates for the International District Cooling Conference 2025 are set for December this year.
