Empower returns as Diamond Sponsor at IDEA 2026
DUBAI, UAE, 16 February 2026: Empower announced its participation in the IDEA Campus Energy Conference 2026 in Washington, USA, as a Diamond Sponsor for the third consecutive year. Making the announcement through a Press Release, the company said the global event, organised by the International District Energy Association (IDEA) and taking place from 17 to 20 February 2026 under the theme ‘Advancing Thermal Networks’, brings together more than 1,300 attendees from around the world.
Empower said its participation in the IDEA Campus Energy conference aligns with its strategy to accelerate the transition toward sustainable solutions and reinforce the role of District Cooling as one of the key solutions for improving energy efficiency in modern cities. Empower added that this approach is supported by its investments in District Cooling infrastructure that it said leverage advanced technologies, as well as the implementation of international best practices in operations and maintenance aimed at improving efficiency and reliability.
Empower said it considers District Cooling a strategic option to support efforts to reduce electricity consumption for space cooling, citing what it described as energy savings and operational efficiency compared to conventional cooling systems. The company added that, in its view, this contributes to emissions reduction and improved urban living conditions.
Empower said its participation in this event provides a platform to exchange its expertise and best practices with energy sector entities and institutions, and to explore opportunities for collaboration and partnerships aimed at developing solutions focused on energy efficiency and sustainability.
H.E. Ahmad Bin Shafar, CEO, Empower; Chairman, District Cooling Operators Association; Board Member Emeritus, IDEA, said: “Our participation in the IDEA Campus Energy 2026, as a Diamond Sponsor for the third consecutive year, reflects our ongoing commitment to supporting the transition toward more efficient and sustainable energy solutions. We view this global event as an important platform for fostering constructive dialogue on the future of District Cooling and its pivotal role in reducing energy consumption and carbon emissions in modern cities. Over the past years, Empower has successfully established an advanced operational model built on innovation, digital transformation and the implementation of the highest operational efficiency standards. This has enabled us to achieve tangible resource savings and enhance the reliability of services provided to our customers. Through our participation in this conference, we are keen to share our expertise and showcase our best operational practices, while also exploring the latest global technologies and solutions that contribute to advancing the sector. We believe that international cooperation and the integration of efforts among various stakeholders constitute a fundamental pillar for driving progress in the energy sector. We will continue to expand our strategic partnerships in a manner that supports urban sustainability and elevates energy efficiency to higher levels.”
Empower said that it has maintained its position as one of the leading sponsors of IDEA conferences and exhibitions, under the ‘Sustaining Sponsor’ program for the third consecutive year, reaffirming its continued commitment to supporting global events specialised in the District Cooling sector.
As part of its strategic partnership with IDEA, Empower said it supports several conferences and exhibitions organised by the Association, including IDEA Campus Energy and the IDEA Annual Conference & Trade Show, in addition to other international events dedicated to knowledge exchange and showcasing the solutions and technologies in this sector.