Empower Begins Construction of New Cooling Plant in Dubai

Summary:

Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation (Empower) has awarded a contract for a new district cooling plant in Dubai's Al Sufouh 2 area, with a capacity of 23,400 refrigeration tons (RT). Construction has begun and is expected to finish by Q3 2027. The plant will serve mixed-use buildings, including the "Innovation Hub," and incorporate advanced technologies like thermal energy storage and treated sewage effluent. This initiative aligns with Dubai's sustainable urban development goals and aims to enhance energy efficiency while supporting the UAE's climate neutrality objectives. Empower's CEO emphasized the company's commitment to meeting future cooling demands.