Government of Dubai
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Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation PJSC (Empower), the world’s largest district cooling services provider, has recorded unprecedented growth in its connected capacity in Dubai, increasing from approximately 5,400 refrigeration tons (RT) in 2004 to 1.7 million RT by the end of 2025. This represents a growth of 315 times over two decades, underscoring Empower’s position as the leading district cooling services provider in the region and globally.
This exponential growth reflects Empower’s strategic vision and continuous expansion of its vital projects, as well as its commitment to delivering world-class and sustainable cooling solutions that support urban and economic development in Dubai, enhance energy efficiency, and reduce carbon emissions.
Empower emphasised that this achievement underscores the success of its reliable district cooling services as a sustainable solution to meeting rising demand, particularly amid the rapid urban development and upcoming major projects across the emirate. The company has played a key role in serving vital residential and commercial areas with environmentally friendly cooling services.
Among Empower’s flagship projects is the Business Bay district cooling project, recognised as the largest of its kind in the world. The project holds two Guinness World Records, one for the Highest Capacity District Cooling Plant (DCS) with a total connected capacity of 276,545 RT, and the other for the Largest Cooling Plant Coverage (Number of Buildings), currently serving 201 buildings, including residential, commercial, hospitality, and others.
“Empower’s growth in cooling capacity since its inception demonstrates the strong confidence that Dubai and its real estate developers place in district cooling solutions, and underscores our commitment to supporting the sustainability and energy efficiency initiatives championed by our leadership. We have expanded from 5,400 RT in 2004 to 1.7 million RT by the end of 2025; an achievement we are proud of, and one that reflects the success of our strategy centred on innovation, strategic expansion, and investment in advanced technologies,” said H.E. Ahmad Bin Shafar, CEO of Empower.
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