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We bring you a collection of some of the most interesting quotes, extracted from articles in this issue. In case you missed reading, we recommend you flip back to take full advantage of the insights and remarks, in the context in which they have been presented.

The report further states that there exists a 98% likelihood that at least one of the next five years will be the warmest on record in human history. This is, indeed, the first time that any UN organisation has warned humanity with such a definite prediction amidst chaotic atmospheric chemistry.

The dispersion of various pollutants humans can carry indoors is a significant challenge to the IAQ rendered by filtration-intensive systems. When patients talk, sneeze and cough, they produce many particles light enough to remain suspended in the air and spread infection.

Maintenance staff should be better equipped with personal protection to avoid direct exposure to contamination from any segment of the HVAC systems, including porous duct linings, diffusers and drain pans.

Now, one of the reasons we decided to enter the market is that Saudi Arabia is booming, such that one player cannot take all the projects. And our strength is that we bring a good mix of expertise from each party. p17

Furthermore, a new Directorate of District Cooling has been created, and there has been a rebranding of the oil & gas industry, focusing on renewable energy and other related areas.

We can enhance performance, feasibility, and cost-effectiveness by utilising simulation and modelling techniques for existing plants, retrofitting equipment and designing new cooling systems.

Suppliers must submit a product environmental report disclosing the use of all substances of concern, along with data from their suppliers providing raw materials. We then make a thorough assessment by visiting the suppliers’ manufacturing sites to verify the submitted documents.

Ras Al Khaimah has introduced incentives – including waivers or discounts on government fees – making entry into the market costeffective for ESCOs. This has been successful, with 24 ESCOs accredited in Ras Al Khaimah, some of which have established their regional offices in the emirate