Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation PJSC (Empower), the world’s largest district cooling services provider, has announced its diamond sponsorship of the International District Energy Association’s (IDEA) conferences and exhibitions in 2025 for the second consecutive year. This sponsorship is comes under Empower’s Sustainable Sponsorship Program and includes major IDEA events such as IDEA Campus Energy 2025, IDEA 2025, and other key events.
This initiative reaffirms Empower’s commitment to fostering collaborations with leading players in the global district cooling industry, aiming to enhance dialogue and facilitate the exchange of expertise with key stakeholders in the energy and district cooling sectors. It also highlights Empower's position as a pioneering company driving the industry toward a more sustainable future.
Commenting on the sponsorship, H.E. Ahmad Bin Shafar, CEO of Empower, stated:
"Our continued partnership with the International District Energy Association reflects our unwavering commitment to promoting innovation and sustainability in the district cooling sector. By supporting these events, we aim to showcase our expertise and innovative solutions that contribute to greater resilience in urban, campus, and community energy and district cooling systems worldwide. This sponsorship underscores Empower's role as a strategic partner in advancing a sustainable future for the energy industry."
Rob Thornton, President of IDEA, expressed his gratitude for Empower's distinguished sponsorship, stating: "Empower has been, and continues to be, a trusted partner and strong supporter of IDEA’s events. Their ongoing commitment reflects a strategic vision and dedication to advancing more efficient and sustainable cooling systems. We are grateful for their support and look forward to their prominent contributions at the 2025 events."
This sponsorship offers Empower the opportunity to highlight its best practices and innovative solutions that enhance the efficiency of energy and district cooling systems globally, reinforcing its position as a global leader in this field. As the world’s largest district cooling services provider, it also serves as a platform to showcase the UAE’s efforts and visionary leadership in addressing energy and climate challenges, while advancing sustainability on international platforms. Furthermore, it aligns with Empower’s strategy to expand its goals in the global market.
