Chapter to host full-day technical conference under the patronage of the UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure

Posted: September 20, 2025

With a well-oiled plant supervision mechanism in place, there is a certain peace of mind that comes with the way they handle refrigerants, says Dr Rajendra Shende, former Director of UNEP

Posted: September 9, 2025

Policy brief outlines priorities for energy efficiency, refrigerant management and low-carbon electricity to meet rising demand

Posted: September 2, 2025

Farhan Juratli of Dubai Holding conducts a comparative lifecycle analysis of District Cooling, VRF and DX systems for a 1,000-villa UAE development

Posted: August 21, 2025

As manufacturers, it is important to commit to ESG principles, thereby reimagining how cooling systems are designed, manufactured and experienced, says Tugrul Kumal of Hisense

Posted: August 21, 2025

These two vital aspects consideration when it comes to selecting refrigerants for high-ambient conditions, says Dr-Eng. Jean de BERNARDI OF Honeywell Refrigerants

Posted: August 20, 2025

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

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

AHRI says the initiative is designed to support member companies in their efforts to identify viable next-generation refrigerants while avoiding duplicative testing efforts across the industry

Posted: July 29, 2025

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

Posted: July 14, 2025