Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation (Empower) announced that it has won two Gold Awards at the International District Energy Association (IDEA) Conference and Exhibition 2026 in Ottawa, Canada, reinforcing its position as the world’s largest district cooling services provider.
The company received the Gold Awards in the categories of “Total Number of Buildings Committed” and “Total Building Area Committed” for district cooling services outside North America.
Key highlights:
• Won two Gold Awards at IDEA 2026 in Canada
• Recognised for “Total Number of Buildings Committed”
• Recognised for “Total Building Area Committed”
• Marks the 12th time Empower has won both awards
• Has received more than 20 IDEA awards since its establishment
According to IDEA, Empower’s achievement recognises the company’s continued leadership and outstanding performance in developing and operating sustainable, high-efficiency district cooling systems.
Empower has previously won both Gold Awards in:
• 2005
• 2007
• 2016
• 2017
• 2018
• 2019
• 2021
• 2022
• 2023
• 2024
• 2025
• 2026
Empower said the recognition reflects its continued investment in innovation, advanced technologies, energy efficiency and carbon emission reduction, while supporting Dubai’s position as a global leader in sustainable urban infrastructure. The company also reaffirmed its commitment to expanding its district cooling infrastructure to meet growing demand across Dubai.
Source: Empower
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