In a world that often normalises hype and loudness, Farhan Juratli, Associate Director – District Cooling, Dubai Holding; and Judicial Engineering Expert, UAE Ministry of Justice, endears himself through upholding a certain elegance and firmness of conviction in his communication. His words carry the weight of thought and the backing of scientific analysis. He is unsparing but in an understated way. Farhan has written an analytical piece comparing District Cooling with the VRF technology. He has subjected the two to a severe test based on parameters he feels ought not to be ignored or dismissed. And he has pronounced a verdict. Now, it might not go down well with one of the camps, but in his considered opinion, that is what it is.

Posted: August 18, 2025

Move comes in the wake of revenue hitting AED 1.11 billion in H1 2025, following record capacity growth, District Cooling utility says

Posted: August 8, 2025

Company says the Ali Al-Sabah Military Academy project reflects Kuwait’s commitment to adopting sustainable solutions

Posted: August 8, 2025

In an eclectic interaction with Surendar Balakrishnan of Climate Control Middle East, H.E. Ahmad Bin Shafar, the CEO of Empower, highlights key milestones achieved as a District Cooling utility, the impact of the IPO and the technological innovations that have broken down barriers for the advancement of District Cooling. Excerpts from the interview…

Posted: August 1, 2025

Project has a total capacity of 7,200 RT, District Cooling utility company says

Posted: July 24, 2025

Utpal Joshi of Daikin MEA elaborates on the technical pathways and strategic priorities

Posted: July 14, 2025

Existing portfolio includes eight long-term concessions, currently serviced by five District Cooling plants

Posted: June 30, 2025

Recognising the need to transform District Cooling from a technical niche into essential urban infrastructure, speakers at the 11th Edition of DC Dialogue explore digital readiness, the thinking among developers, and policy-related progress, including the restructuring of tariffs to improve trust and performance

Posted: June 29, 2025

Empower says the plant will be the first in a series of three such units earmarked for the area; adds that the initiative aligns with the company's strategy to strengthen District Cooling infrastructure and expand its services in strategically important areas of Dubai

Posted: June 18, 2025

Utility provider’s CEO says the multiple wins are a testament to years of continuous work and innovation and a demonstration of the international community’s trust in Empower’ business model and sustainability vision

Posted: June 11, 2025