Neighbourhoods Using
Green Technology
In a city like Dubai, a cooling system is necessary for commercial, industrial and residential buildings. Although most people choose traditional cooling options, you should consider district cooling systems.
What does district cooling offer you?
1.
Reduced costs The responsibility of maintaining and replacing chillers does not fall on the building manager. This reduces capital investment and maintenance costs.
2. Less environmental pollution A district cooling plant does not emit dangerous refrigerants into the air compared to air conditioners.
3. Energy-efficient DCS can achieve around 35% energy savings. 4. Lesser noise pollution Chiller plants and heat rejection condensers are removed in DCS. This means lesser noise, vibration, heat and waste pollution.
5.
Better
space utilization
Since chiller plants are not required, around 75% of plant room space can be saved.
So which are the areas in the Middle East that use DCS?
1. Bluewater Islands
The residential properties powered by DCS include:
Has the largest Ferris wheel, resorts, retail outlets and many apartment complexes(1-4 bedrooms)
2. City of Arabia High-end residential spaces and other major attractions are included here. It is located along Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road.
3.
Discovery Gardens
It contains budget-friendly apartments with access to Ibn Battuta Mall and other amenities.
4. Dubai Residence Complex
A popular residential complex featuring modern buildings. It is situated along the Dubai Al Ain road and includes some notable buildings like Desert Sun and Ajmal Sarah Tower.
5. Dubai Silicon Oasis
The residential properties powered by DCS include:
Here the floor plans include various layouts for each bed type. You get affordable villas/apartments along with basic amenities.
6. Jumeirah Beach Residence
It includes a wide variety of options from studios to penthouses facing the majestic Arabian Sea.
7. Jumeirah Lake Towers
The tower is designed to overlook a tranquil lake and includes studios and 5-bedroom apartments. You can enjoy amenities like a pool, gym, supermarkets, salons etc.
8. Jumeirah Village Circle
It is a beautiful structure that includes landscaped gardens and pavements. It is a popular rental area that includes villas and townhouses.
The commercial properties powered by Middle East District Cooling include:
1. Academic City
The commercial properties powered by Middle East District Cooling include:
Most university campuses like Dubai Men's College, Manipal Academy of Higher Education etc. are located in the Academic City. It is situated at the junction of Emirates Road and Dubai-Al-Ain road.
2. DIFC(Dubai International Financial Centre)
It is the most prominent financial spot for South Asia, Africa and the Middle East. It includes retail stores, apartments, art galleries and restaurants.
3. Dubai Media City
It is a TECOM-free zone that has both global and local media houses.
You can see from the above that chilled water air conditioning is a popular green technology that sustains and powers many different kinds of buildings in Dubai. So if you are looking for an apartment or a space to set up your office, choose from one of the locations mentioned above.
