Empower Sponsors and Participates in the World's Largest District Cooling Event in 2024
Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation PJSC (Empower), the world's largest district cooling services provider, has announced its participation in the International District Energy Association (IDEA) 2024 Annual Conference. Organized by IDEA in Orlando, USA, the conference will run from June 17-20 under the theme ‘District Energy for Sustainable Cities’. This event is the largest of its kind globally, attracting hundreds of delegations from both public and private sectors and experts from over 30 countries.
Dubai in the Spotlight
Empower's participation in the 2024 edition of the conference is particularly notable as it marks the second time the company is a diamond sponsor of the IDEA Annual Conference. Led by H.E. Ahmad bin Shafar, CEO of Empower, Chairman of the Association of District Cooling Operators (ADCO), and Board Member Emeritus of IDEA, the Empower delegation includes top officials who will share the company’s successes and expertise in district cooling. They will highlight Dubai's leadership in sustainable solutions and environmentally friendly district cooling practices.
Success Story
Ahmad bin Shafar, CEO of Empower, stated, “Dubai will be a focal point of this year's conference, showcasing the city’s two-decade commitment to sustainable solutions and its track record in combating climate change through environmentally friendly district cooling. The district cooling industry has emerged globally as one of the best solutions for achieving energy efficiency in response to the challenges of global warming. The UAE has made significant progress in this field, and Empower is proud to share some of its best practices and innovations with its partners at the IDEA 2024 Conference.”
Empower’s Vision and Leadership
"Our diamond sponsorship of the IDEA 2024 Conference strengthens Empower's position as a global leader in this vital industry. The conference will highlight the UAE's ongoing efforts to address energy and climate challenges on international platforms. It also reflects the UAE leadership's vision for sustainability and aims to promote Empower's goals and strategies in the global market,” bin Shafar added.
Shaping the Future
The conference agenda will focus on the future of district cooling, exploring current and emerging trends in district cooling technology to create more flexible, efficient, and low-carbon systems. Discussions will cover the strategic role of district cooling in sustainable infrastructure, the importance of modern production and distribution technologies, and strategies for improving district cooling services and expanding their reach in smart cities. Additionally, the conference will address water conservation, resource management, and government legislation to support the industry's growth. Attendees will also explore the latest advancements in the district cooling sector, leveraging renewable and clean energy.
