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Al Etihad
29-05-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
Tabreed operates 92 AI-managed plants in 6 countries from Abu Dhabi hub
29 May 2025 19:03 ABU DHABI (WAM) National Central Cooling Company, Tabreed, operates a district cooling network comprising 92 plants across six countries, delivering over 1.3 million refrigeration tonnes to its customers, all centrally managed through its control centre in Abu on the sidelines of the World Utilities Congress held at ADNEC in Abu Dhabi, the Chief Executive Officer of Tabreed, Khalid Al Marzooqi, said artificial intelligence will play a pivotal role in the next phase of enhancing energy efficiency in district cooling operations and reducing further carbon highlighted that Tabreed is the first district cooling company in the region to collect vast volumes of real operational data over more than 27 years, which has enabled it to accelerate digital transformation and implement AI in its is demonstrated through its control and monitoring centre located on Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, which remotely oversees and manages all of Tabreed's plants across the six Marzooqi added that reaching this level means full automation of plant operations and activation of 24/7 monitoring and control systems, laying the groundwork for the next step—leveraging AI capabilities to proactively optimise plant performance and align production with cooling demand. This, he explained, boosts energy efficiency, reduces pressure on power grids, and ultimately enhances the role of district cooling in cutting carbon emissions and supporting global efforts to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.
Zawya
29-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Tabreed operates 92 AI-managed plants in 6 countries from Abu Dhabi hub
National Central Cooling Company, Tabreed, operates a district cooling network comprising 92 plants across six countries, delivering over 1.3 million refrigeration tonnes to its customers, all centrally managed through its control centre in Abu Dhabi. Speaking on the sidelines of the World Utilities Congress held at ADNEC in Abu Dhabi, Khalid Al Marzooqi, Chief Executive Officer of Tabreed, said artificial intelligence will play a pivotal role in the next phase of enhancing energy efficiency in district cooling operations and reducing further carbon emissions. He highlighted that Tabreed is the first district cooling company in the region to collect vast volumes of real operational data over more than 27 years, which has enabled it to accelerate digital transformation and implement AI in its operations. This is demonstrated through its control and monitoring centre located on Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, which remotely oversees and manages all of Tabreed's plants across the six countries. Al Marzooqi added that reaching this level means full automation of plant operations and activation of 24/7 monitoring and control systems, laying the groundwork for the next step—leveraging AI capabilities to proactively optimise plant performance and align production with cooling demand. This, he explained, boosts energy efficiency, reduces pressure on power grids, and ultimately enhances the role of district cooling in cutting carbon emissions and supporting global efforts to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.
The National
29-05-2025
- Business
- The National
Tabreed optimistic data centres will adopt district cooling amid sustainability push
Abu Dhabi-based National Central Cooling Company, also known as Tabreed, is optimistic that power-hungry data centres will soon tap district cooling services, which offer a sustainable alternative, its chief executive has said. The utility's geothermal power-fed district cooling technology with its 'inexhaustible source' will be an appealing option for data centres, which consume massive amounts of energy and generate a lot of heat, Khalid Al Marzooqi told The National at the World Utilities Congress in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday. Asked whether data centres will be game-changing for district cooling, he said: 'Well, we hope so.' Tabreed began using geothermal energy in December 2023 when it launched G2Cool in Masdar City, in collaboration with energy major Adnoc. 'When we started [the use of] geothermal [energy], we were targeting data centres because we knew that companies like Google and Amazon need … green data centres with the renewable energy sources,' Mr Al Marzooqi said. 'Since [data centres] don't have the ability to generate power and [there] are other players in the market to provide that, the option would be to go with geothermal. This is a great source of energy.' Data centres are mushrooming globally amid the boom in artificial intelligence and machine learning, which requires the processing of massive amounts of data. Increasingly, more sustainable and eco-friendly systems – including those powered by wind, solar and water – are being used by the technology industry to make data centres more efficient, in addition to reducing emissions and being able to recycle heat waste into producing more electricity. Unlike renewable sources such as wind or solar, geothermal energy is not bound by the availability of resources and 'it's [available] 24/7 all year round', Mr Al Marzooqi said. 'You have a typhoon, it doesn't matter, because geothermal is a subterranean source of energy. 'All it needs is just simply scaling it up so the option is there now for data centres … it plays very well with the narrative we had two years ago when we started [G2Cool]". Tabreed is also keeping its options open for international expansion. At the moment, it is focusing on Asia, a market that Mr Al Marzooqi said is 'very challenging' owing to the lack of knowledge about district cooling and regulations. 'The concept of district cooling is very small and minor, and the whole concept of a large district cooling company is not there, so you need to educate the customers. And … there's a bit of a risk entering a market which is unregulated,' he said. The global district cooling market was valued at about $26.8 billion last year, with the Middle East and Africa having the lion's share at 34.6 per cent, data from Fortune Business Insights shows. The market is projected to rise by about 80 per cent to more than $48 billion by 2032. 'For the time being we are looking at maybe the private sector [in the UAE], something that is large enough because we need an anchor load,' Mr Al Marzooqi said. 'The UAE and the [Middle East] region is a large market, and [that's] where my main focus would be, more than international.'
Khaleej Times
20-05-2025
- Business
- Khaleej Times
Dubai Police reveals digital strategy to 'respond faster, build safer community'
Dubai Police has revealed its new 'Digital Transformation Strategy.' The authority already uses tech in multiple areas, from AI-powered cars and simulators to real-time crime analysis to rescue drones. The strategy will integrate AI, cybersecurity, predictive analysis, and smart platforms to help the police force in developing a secure policing ecosystem across all domains. 'AI is defining our policy, and acting as a catalyst. It empowers us to respond faster, act smarter, and allocate resources more effectively,' Khalid Al Marzooqi, director of the artificial intelligence department at Dubai Police, said. 'But technology alone is not the answer. What truly matters is how we apply it ethically, purposefully, and in the service of building a safer, more connected community.' The strategy was unveiled on the third and last day of the World Police Summit, taking place from May 13 to May 15.
Zawya
24-03-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Tabreed, Dubai Holding to set up district cooling JV for Palm Jebel Ali
UAE - National Central Cooling Company (Tabreed) has announced that it has entered into a concession agreement with Dubai Holding Investments, a part of Dubai Holding Group, to provide district cooling services for Palm Jebel Ali in Dubai. The agreement will see the establishment of a joint venture, with Tabreed holding a 51% stake and Dubai Holding Investments 49%. The duo will set up the district cooling network at an investment of AED 1.5 billion ($408 million). Supported by Tabreed's major shareholders, sovereign investor Mubadala (42%) and the French low-carbon energy and services company Engie (40%), this structure is designed to optimise cooling capacity, enhance information-sharing and strengthen customer protection, while ensuring sustainable cooling solutions for one of Dubai's most transformative developments. The agreement was signed by Tabreed CEO Khalid Al Marzooqi and Dubai Holding Investments CEO Omar Karim in the presence of senior officials from Tabreed, Dubai Holding, Mubadala and Engie. Subject to customary approvals, construction of the district cooling network is expected to commence in Q2 2025, with the first cooling services expected to be delivered by 2027. Over time, the system will address the need for approximately 250,000 RTs of cooling capacity, it added. Subject to customary approvals, construction of the district cooling network is expected to commence in Q2 2025, with the first cooling services expected to be delivered by 2027. Over time, the system will address the need for approximately 250,000 RTs of cooling capacity, it added. Speaking on the occasion, Chairman of Tabreed and CEO of Mubadala's UAE Investments Platform, Dr Bakheet Al Katheeri, said: "Mubadala has a worldwide reputation for being a responsible investor with an unwavering focus on its ESG framework and Tabreed is a vital part of our portfolio as a driver of sustainability and societal progress." "The signing marks a major milestone in Tabreed's 27-year history and underscores the company's commitment to providing sustainable, high-efficiency cooling solutions for large-scale developments. I am eagerly looking forward to witnessing the successful progress of this landmark project," he stated. On the strategic deal, Karim said: "This agreement reinforces Dubai Holding's long-term vision of developing sustainable communities with high-quality infrastructure at their core. Palm Jebel Ali is one of Dubai's most ambitious developments and by incorporating district cooling services we support our customers and align to our commitment to deliver future-ready urban environments." Al Marzooqi said: "Palm Jebel Ali is a transformative project that will shape Dubai's future and we are proud to play a role in ensuring its infrastructure meets world-class standards." "With our extensive experience and cutting-edge technology, we will deliver reliable and environmentally responsible cooling that benefits residents, visitors and stakeholders alike," he added. -TradeArabia News Service Copyright 2024 Al Hilal Publishing and Marketing Group Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
