Empower Grants Approval for More Than 23,000 NOC Applications in the First Half of 2025

Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation (Empower), a provider of district cooling services, has revealed that it issued 23,339 No Objection Certificates (NOC) in the first half of 2025. This figure marks an 18.7 percent increase compared to the same timeframe the previous year.

This surge in applications demonstrates the company’s strong relationships with contractors, consultants, and real estate developers, while highlighting the increasing demand for district cooling solutions in Dubai. Additionally, it showcases Empower’s commitment to providing efficient and streamlined services that enhance productivity and operations in the construction and real estate industries.

Empower has designed a digital NOC service that is both smart and efficient, enabling contractors and developers to submit their applications online easily through the company’s website. This simplified process helps to expedite development schedules, diminish the risk of violations and associated penalties, and allows stakeholders to save time and resources.

Read: Empower to establish a new district cooling plant with a capacity of 47,000 RT at Dubai Science Park

H.E. Ahmad Bin Shafar, CEO of Empower, noted: “Our efforts are aligned with the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum to cement Dubai’s status among the world’s leading smart cities by offering exceptional and highly efficient services that complement the emirate’s ongoing economic and urban development.”

He further emphasized: “Our NOC service illustrates Empower’s innovative approach, reflecting our commitment to sustainable development and the UAE’s net zero objectives. The increasing demand for such services is a testament to our dedication to enhancing Dubai’s sustainable infrastructure while providing smart solutions that foster energy efficiency, lower carbon emissions, and elevate the quality of life for our residents and our roughly 148,000 customers.”

Consultants, contractors, and real estate developers can access Empower’s NOC services by

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