Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation PJSC (Empower), a leading district cooling services provider in the UAE, has awarded a design contract for its second cooling plant in Jumeirah Village.
The Jumeirah Village project, Empower’s largest district cooling project, involves six next-generation plants with a total cooling capacity of 256,000 tons. The new plant, with a production capacity of approximately 37,000 RT, will serve to a wide range of properties within Jumeirah Village development, such as residential buildings, commercial complexes, hotels, and other facilities.
The new cooling plant will join the existing world’s first unmanned district cooling plant, which serves 114 buildings with a production capacity of 49,000 refrigeration tons (RT). The plant will be equipped with advanced cooling technologies to minimize energy and water consumption.
Jumeirah Village is an ideal haven for individuals and families, with its proximity to green spaces, schools, shopping centers, entertainment venues, fitness facilities, and more. The project spans over two distinct areas: Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) covering 560 hectares and Jumeirah Village Triangle (JVT) spanning 242 hectares.
H.E Ahmad Bin Shafar CEO – Empower
“Jumeirah Village is witnessing a surge in investor interest in developing multi-use buildings. The awarding of this new contract aligns with our strategic plans to address the growing demand for sustainable district cooling services. Empower is well-positioned to meet the future needs of the Jumeirah Village community. The design of our new plant is meticulously crafted to complement our existing facilities by adhering to the highest global standards and green building specifications. It will be designed to integrate seamlessly with Dubai’s modern urban and architectural identity. We are committed to improving resource efficiency to reduce the impact of buildings on human health and the environment throughout the buildings’ life cycles. This aligns with the UAE’s efforts to transition towards a sustainable green economy, fulfill its national pledges and commitments to confront climate change, and support the ‘Smart Dubai’ initiative, which aims to make Dubai the smartest and happiest city in the world.”
Ahmad Bin Shafar also noted that the company continues to execute its expansion plans to provide its services to various major, multi-use projects across different areas of Dubai, ensuring its leadership in the district cooling industry and delivering top-notch, eco-friendly services to its clients.
