Ramboll outlines climate-responsive design for Middle East buildings

DUBAI, UAE, 28 November 2025: Ramboll said its work in the Middle East centres on designing high-rise and complex buildings that respond to climate realities while supporting long-term urban resilience. Making the announcement through a Press Release, Ramboll said that as cities pursue low-carbon growth pathways, towers carry significant responsibility due to their energy intensity, material use and lifecycle impacts. The company said its approach integrates passive-first strategies, high-performance façades and reduced-carbon materials from the earliest stages of design.

Ramboll said its Design Excellence 2024-2025 yearbook outlines how the company combines structural optimisation, microclimate analysis and integrated building systems to reduce environmental impact while enhancing occupant wellbeing. The company said this methodology is especially relevant in the Gulf where extreme temperatures and dense urban conditions place additional pressure on buildings’ climate performance.

Ramboll said its wider regional work reinforces this climate-aligned approach. The company added that the Dubai Waste Management Centre, where it serves as Owner’s Engineer, processes 1.9 million tonnes of waste annually, generates 200 MW of electricity and will prevent an estimated 65 million tonnes of CO₂ over its lifespan. “Our role is to ensure this project sets new benchmarks for sustainability and efficiency in the region,” said Jan Teir, Senior Chief Project Manager, Ramboll.

Ramboll said its commitment is mirrored in the company’s ESG strategy and that this strategy is reinforced by its Global ESG Lead, Alan Kao, who stated, “ESG is no longer optional; it’s the foundation for future-proof businesses.”