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Qatar District Cooling Company (Qatar Cool) has won two international awards from the International District Energy Association (IDEA) for its efforts in clean energy development.
The company won the 2008 District Energy Space Silver Award for serving 888 individual buildings, including residential units at Pearl Qatar, and a 2008 District Energy Space Bronze Award for its record of growth in serving clients.
“This is an important testimonial by a highly reputable international body, and gives ample demonstration of the growing importance customers place on the benefits of district cooling in their projects,” said Qatar Cool general manager Fayad Al Khatib.
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“With the construction of the world's largest district cooling plant nearing completion, Qatar Cool will be able to provide up to 130,000 tonnes of refrigeration and cooling services to more than 40,000 residents when fully operational.”
IDEA is a 100-year old industry body based in Massachusetts, USA that advances the cause of global environmental quality through efficient district energy systems.
Qatar Cool's first district cooling scheme was located in Doha's West Bay area, and covers 10km2, supplying over 67,000 refrigerating tonnes of cooling to a range of residential, commercial and government customers.
By the end of 2009, Qatar Cool will be operating two plants there with a capacity to supply approximately 2 million m2 of air conditioned area.
However, due to a high demand for district cooling services, Qatar Cool is now planning to establish additional plants in this area of Doha.
“As international concerns over global warming and climate change have increased, there is growing pressure on companies to reduce their carbon footprint, as well as employ more environmentally-friendly technologies,” Khatib added.
“District cooling, which helps conserve energy as well as reduce greenhouse gas emissions, is set to enjoy an upward demand curve as the rate of real estate development across our region continues to grow.”
According to IDEA president Robert Thornton, around 75% of total energy consumption is for air conditioning of buildings but district cooling systems can reduce the peak demand on the electricity grid by using more efficient, industrial grade equipment.
“The result is that less electricity is required for air conditioning with a subsequent reduction in the emission of greenhouse gases. District cooling is a progressive solution and is now recognized as the preferred solution for modern urban settings and emerging green communities around the world,” he said.
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mr.fayad alkhatib congratulation on gating prestigeous award frm idea frm al muhandis trading llc shj