"Empower"Sustainable district cooling systems accompany new vertical expansion in Dubai
Dubai, December 23 / WAM / The District Cooling Operators Association confirmed that sustainable district cooling systems keep pace with the new vertical expansion in Dubai, as a supportive solution for energy efficiency and emissions reduction, and their ability to meet the requirements of ultra-tall towers and mixed-use projects in the UAE’s climate.
The association said that data from the Council for Tall Buildings and Urban Housing (CTBUH) showed a list of the 10 tallest skyscrapers under construction in Dubai during the period between 2026 and 2030, an indication of the accelerating pace of urban growth in the emirate and the high demand for advanced urban lifestyles, noting that district cooling emerges within this scene as a pillar of smart infrastructure supporting a low-carbon urban economy.
In this context, His Excellency Ahmed Bin Shafar, CEO of Empower, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the District Cooling Operators Association, Special Advisor to the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP), and Member of the Board of Directors of the International District Energy Association (IDEA), said that the increasing reliance on district cooling systems in new skyscrapers in Dubai reflects the emirate’s vision of developing an integrated infrastructure that supports urban and economic growth at the same time.
He explained that the vertical expansion witnessed in Dubai is based on clear foundations that combine energy efficiency, resource sustainability, and enhancing the competitiveness of real estate projects in the long term, noting that district cooling constitutes an essential element in achieving this equation.
He added that nine out of ten towers included in the list of the tallest skyscrapers under construction in Dubai rely on sustainable district cooling systems, a strong indication of the growing integration between architectural ambition and the requirements of environmental sustainability, explaining that this trend reflects a growing awareness among real estate developers of the importance of choosing infrastructure solutions capable of keeping pace with vertical expansion with high efficiency.
His Excellency pointed out that the reliance of ultra-tall skyscrapers on district cooling systems is an indication that the future of urban development in the emirate is based on integrated foundations that combine sustainability and innovation, stressing his pride in the contribution of district cooling operators in the country, in supporting this trend that strengthens Dubai’s position as a global leader in the field of sustainable urban development.
He added that district cooling is no longer a technical option with limited impact, but rather has become a strategic element that contributes to raising energy efficiency, reducing carbon emissions, and improving the quality of life inside the giant buildings that form new features of the emirate’s skyline.
He also stressed that the District Cooling Operators Association continues its role in enhancing coordination and integration between real estate developers, operators, members of the association, and decision makers, ensuring the adoption of the best international practices in this vital sector, and supporting Dubai’s ability to achieve an effective balance between urban growth, environmental responsibility, and enhancing the efficiency of the urban economy, in line with the UAE’s strategy for climate neutrality 2050, and the carbon neutrality strategy for the Emirate of Dubai.
He pointed out that 6 towers on the list of the tallest skyscrapers under construction in Dubai will be supplied by Empower, which are: Binghatti Jacob & Co. Residences, Tiger Sky Tower, Al Habtoor Tower, BASE 101, Six Senses Residences, and Franck Muller Eternitas.
The District Cooling Operators Association confirmed that district cooling is the most suitable solution for the local climate of the UAE, as it provides higher operational efficiency compared to traditional air conditioning systems, and its ability to work with high reliability with ultra-tall towers, noting that it contributes to reducing pressure on electricity networks, improving the efficiency of energy consumption at the city level, and supporting the quality of life inside buildings, thus enhancing Dubai’s journey towards a more sustainable urban future.
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