How Tabreed is integrating renewables into cooling infrastructure
In an exclusive interview at Energy Connects Studio at the World Utilities Congress 2025, Antonio Di Cecca, COO of Tabreed, outlined the urgent energy challenges facing the Gulf region, where cooling accounts for a staggering 70% of electricity use during peak summer months. In an era of rising temperatures and growing demand, he shared how Tabreed is pushing to modernise how cities stay cool. Antonio explained how the company is leveraging district cooling systems to dramatically increase energy efficiency, while also working to integrate renewable sources into its infrastructure. With the UAE setting ambitious net-zero goals for 2050, Tabreed is positioning itself as a key player in the region’s transition to cleaner, smarter energy solutions.
