Sale
Massive Discounts! Up to 30% OFF on reports🎉

District Cooling Market Size, Share, Industry, Forecast and outlook (2024-2031)

Published: March 2024 || SKU: ICT5552
excelpdfpowerpoint
180 pages
Report Summary
Table of Contents
List of Tables & Figures
Download Free Sample

Global District Cooling Market is Segmented By Production Technique(Free Cooling, Absorption Cooling, Electric Chillers), By Application(Commercial, Residential, Institutional), and By Region (North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Africa) – Share, Size, Outlook, and Opportunity Analysis, 2023-2030

 

District Cooling Market Report Overview

The district cooling market report provides an analysis of the market shares, size, recent trends, future market outlook, and competitive intelligence. The demand for district cooling is increasing due to its energy efficiency and eco-friendliness compared to conventional air conditioning systems. The market is highly competitive, with players like ENGIE, Veolia, and others operating in the industry.

District Cooling Market Scope 

Metrics

Details

Market CAGR

High

Segments Covered

By Production Technique, By Application, and By Region

Report Insights Covered

Competitive Landscape Analysis, Company Profile Analysis, Market Size, Share, Growth, Demand, Recent Developments, Mergers and acquisitions, New Product Launches, Growth Strategies, Revenue Analysis, and Other vital insights.

Fastest Growing Region

Asia Pacific

Largest Market Share 

North America

 

To Know More: Download Sample

 

District cooling is a centralized cooling energy generation and delivery system. It cools spaces in offices, homes, flats, and businesses. Chilled water is transported through insulated pipes to cool the inside environment of buildings in an area. Water is utilized to lower the air temperature in the institutions and the systems are created based on the energy requirements of different buildings.

Furthermore, electric chillers, free cooling, and absorption cooling provide most of the energy required to run the systems. District cooling is used to cool the interior air of buildings located inside a district, such as airports, military bases, university campuses, and downtown business districts. District cooling is an environment-conscious and cost-effective strategy that has gained widespread support from governments worldwide, resulting in the growing demand for district cooling worldwide.

District Cooling Market Trends

The district cooling market will be fueled by the continued use of sustainable and efficient cooling systems to meet energy conservation goals and the increased development of sustainable building solutions. Furthermore, the commercial picture will be boosted by changing tendencies toward energy-efficient conditioning improvement. For example, as part of its Vision 2030, the Abu Dhabi government created the "Estidama" program, which governs buildings, villas, and communities' construction, design, operation & performance.

The rising demand for energy-efficient technologies 

The industry is booming due to the rising demand for district cooling in hotter areas. More excellent sales of cooling devices are predicted to arise from increased urbanization, rising disposable income, and the building of large-scale residential and commercial structures. The expanding construction of smart houses and green building projects in the residential sector leads to the incorporation of smart home HVAC systems, which is expected to boost the industry.

Due to the increased environmental concerns, there has been an increase in sales of energy-efficient cooling equipment. Government rules governing the sustainable use of energy in industrialized countries such as the U.S. and Canada boost demand for district cooling, reducing cooling system electricity use. It is predicted to impact the global district cooling market growth positively.

Extreme climatic conditions resulting from rising surface temperatures in the Middle East, Central Europe, and South Asia will also increase product uptake. Furthermore, the commercial picture will be boosted by changing tendencies toward energy-efficient conditioning improvement. For example, as part of its Vision 2030, the Abu Dhabi government created the "Estidama" program, which governs the construction, design, operation & performance of buildings, villas, and communities.

Rapid urbanization

District cooling systems are five to 10 times more efficient than typical. They have the potential to lower energy consumption by 50%. The need for district cooling has arisen due to rapid urbanization, people moving from villages & small towns to the metropolitan metropolis & tier 1 city, and increasing infrastructure spending.

In the projected future, the demand for a practical space cooling system in offices, malls, businesses, apartments, and households is expected to drive the district cooling market. In the GCC region, significant expenditures on real estate projects and tourism have resulted in high demand for district cooling. Despite the high initial cost, district cooling systems are preferred by operators and owners because they are energy efficient and have lower maintenance and operational costs.

High initial costs and lack of awareness

As the district cooling services are new, attracting customers is difficult owing to a lack of information regarding technology applications, benefits, and savings. Due to a lack of data, most potential customers are unaware of their current cooling expenses, making it challenging to compare present and district cooling services.

The initial cost of developing plans, establishing various pipeline networks, and providing new connections to customers is enormous, requiring significant financial assistance. As a result, the expansion will be hampered by a lack of understanding of the systems in some emerging nations and costly initial investment.

COVID-19 Impact on District Cooling Market Growth

The sector is also facing challenges due to the current COVID-19 outbreak, which has caused a global slowdown in raw material commerce. It has had an impact on district cooling manufacturers around the world. As a result, prices have increased while volume has decreased. On the other hand, consumer demand is enthusiastic and is expected to drive the industry's growth in the coming years.

Several companies are concentrating on developing novel cooling ways to slow the disease's spread. For example, the Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation ran a campaign to clean 79 plants in April 2020. To halt the spread of coronavirus, the company confirmed utilizing sustainable and environmentally friendly sterilization processes.

District Cooling Market Segment and Shares

By application, the district cooling market is classified into residential, commercial, and institutional.

The rising investments in energy-efficient commercial buildings

The demand for sustainable cooling has come chiefly from metropolitan regions, where service sectors, such as colleges, offices, and government buildings, thrive. The district cooling network has been quickly increasing in the U.S., Sweden, France, China, Saudi Arabia, and Japan, with large workplaces, hotels, universities, and tall skyscrapers.

Increasing investments in energy-efficient commercial constructions and a robust regulatory framework for sustainable building rules have created a favorable business environment for district cooling market participants. Furthermore, the increasing demand for floor space throughout the commercial infrastructure to provide sustainable cooling solutions and fulfill high refrigeration demands has boosted product adoption dramatically. The wide range of temperatures in countries near the equator has a vast potential for system use. It will help the business flourish.

District Cooling Market Geographical Analysis

The increasing surface temperature in Middle East & Africa

The construction of district cooling networks in the Middle East has been prompted by rapidly rising temperatures and the proven profitability of district cooling plants in nearby regions. With an increasing awareness of the need for energy saving, a district cooling plant concept has received even more traction. The business will develop as the need for energy-efficient technologies rises to meet the ongoing construction boom.

Furthermore, the industry landscape has been complimented by expanding construction activity in key locations such as Riyadh & Mecca and favorable government targets for implementing district cooling systems. Government incentives, such as the Saudi Industrial Growth Fund, have aided large-scale district cooling development. In 2018, the Dubai government announced plans to build 20 to 24 medium and large-scale capacity plants, accelerating the growth of DC systems in the region.

District Cooling Companies and Competitive Landscape 

There is a high level of forwarding integration between plant operators and service suppliers for company expansion. Industry participants are also engaged in intensive R&D operations to develop energy-efficient solutions with minimal environmental impact. Furthermore, these businesses charge cooling supply security, energy mix optimization, and overall system operations & maintenance. Moreover, industry players have been focusing on changing trends in DC technology customization and development and the extension of existing systems.

Major players operating in the global market for district cooling include Emirates Central Cooling System Corporation (Empower), National Central Cooling Company PJSC (Tabreed), Emirates District Cooling (Emicool), LLC, Shinryo Corporation, ADC Energy Systems LLC, Siemens AG, Alpha Packaging, Inc, Logstor A/S, District Cooling Company LLC, and Stellar Energy.

Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation (Empower)

Overview: The Ruler of Dubai issued a Royal Decree in 2003 establishing Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation (EMPOWER) to enable the real estate sector to optimize energy resources through District Cooling Services. Dubai Electricity and Water Authority & TECOM Group, a member of Dubai Holding, formed Empower as a joint venture.

Empower has developed tremendously over the past 17 years, with a fantastic portfolio of significant projects in place, and is now the world's largest Center Cooling Services provider. Empower began modestly in 2004 with a single temporary plant serving DIFC (Dubai's financial district). Empower operates in more than 1.640 million Refrigeration Tons and serves more than 140,000 corporate and individual consumers in more than 1,252 buildings through 84 plant rooms and a 350-kilometer-long network.

Deira Waterfront, Blue Waters, Jumeirah Group, Jumeirah Beach Residence, Dubai International Financial Centre, Business Bay, Dubai Healthcare City, Jumeirah Lake Towers, Palm Jumeirah, Discovery Gardens, Ibn Battuta Mall, Dubai Design District, and Dubai Production City are major among Empower's portfolio of world-class projects.

Product Portfolio: The company provides a product portfolio that includes district cooling and utility services. 

Key Development: 

• Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation (Empower), the world's largest district cooling services provider, has inked an agreement to buy Dubai International Airport's district cooling systems, with a cooling capacity of 110,000 refrigeration tonnes, by 2021. (RT). Empower will own and administer the whole District Cooling infrastructure at Dubai International Airport, comprising all of its facilities and structures, with a capacity of up to 110,000 RT, including five units, and this potential covers the equivalent of 11 times the consumption of the world's tallest tower, the Burj Khalifa.

• In 2020, Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation (Empower) announced the start of a project to upgrade its District Cooling Plant in Jumeirah Beach Residence on February 26th, 2020. (JBR). It plans to upgrade its cooling systems to 2nd generation district cooling to increase cooling capacity to 70,000 RT. It contributes to significant energy savings, increased efficiency, and reduced carbon emissions, making JBR the largest eco-friendly residential complex.

• In addition, Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation (Empower) was awarded a contract of US$45 million for the development of its new district cooling plant in Zabeel, Dubai, on November 8th, 2020. Empower also linked Avani Palm View to the district cooling network on October 12th, 2020. Avani Palm View Dubai Hotel was connected to the company's district cooling network, which has a cooling capacity of 2,610 Refrigeration Tonnes (RT).

Buy this report
Single User
$4350$3480
Multiple User
$4850$3880
Enterprise User
$7850$6280
Proceed to Buy
  Get Free Sample
  Request new version
  Customize Sample
  Demo Full Report
FAQ’s

  • The District Cooling Market is expected to grow at a high CAGR from 2024 to 2031.

  • North America region Controls the District Cooling Market during 2024-2031.

  • Among all regions, Asia Pacific is the fastest-growing market share during the forecast period.

  • Emirates Central Cooling System Corporation (Empower), National Central Cooling Company PJSC (Tabreed), Emirates District Cooling (Emicool), LLC, Shinryo Corporation, ADC Energy Systems LLC, Siemens AG, Alpha Packaging, Inc, Logstor A/S, District Cooling Company LLC, and Stellar Energy.
Related Reports
energy-utilities

Solid-State Cooling Market Size, Share, Industry, Forecast and outlook (2024-2031)

Published: 2024 October 22

Starting from

$4350

information-communication-and-technology iconinformation-communication-and-technology

Immersion Cooling Market Size, Share, Industry, Forecast and outlook (2024-2031)

Published: 2025 January 09

Starting from

$4350

fmcg iconfmcg

North America Immersion Cooling Market Size, Share, Industry, Forecast and outlook (2024-2031)

Published: 2024 October 18

Starting from

$3750

energy-and-power iconenergy-and-power

Evaporative Cooling Market Size, Share, Industry, Forecast and outlook (2024-2031)

Published: 2024 September 05

Starting from

$4350

chemicals iconchemicals

Decorative Coatings Market Size, Share, Industry, Forecast and outlook (2024-2031)

Published: 2024 September 11

Starting from

$4350

information-communication-and-technology iconinformation-communication-and-technology

Concrete Cooling Market Size, Share, Industry, Forecast and outlook (2024-2031)

Published: 2024 February 16

Starting from

$4350