Empower Urges Setting ACs to 24°C This Summer
Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation (Empower) is once again urging customers to set their air conditioners to 24°C during the summer. Now in its 12th year, the annual “Set and Save at 24°C” campaign aims to encourage energy efficiency and responsible usage. It continues until the end of summer and targets more than 144,000 customers across Dubai.
By adjusting thermostats to 24°C and setting units to auto mode, residents can significantly reduce strain on the power grid. Moreover, this small change supports environmental protection efforts and helps lower carbon emissions. It also plays a vital role in achieving broader sustainability targets across the UAE.
Simple Steps With Long-Term Impact
Empower emphasizes that this one-degree change can lead to major benefits. It not only improves energy conservation but also boosts overall grid reliability. During peak summer months, efficient AC usage helps manage demand and supports climate goals. As a result, both residential and commercial customers can make meaningful contributions to the environment.
According to Ahmad bin Shafar, CEO of Empower:
“Fostering a culture of responsible energy usage has become a national imperative and a shared responsibility that requires the collaboration of all members of society and relevant entities.
At Empower, we are committed to leading sustainability efforts by providing innovative cooling solutions that enhance cooling energy efficiency and optimise resource utilisation.
The launch of this annual campaign for the 12th consecutive year reflects our strong commitment to educating our customers on the importance of adopting conscious behaviours during summer. By simply setting the AC to auto mode at 24°C, every individual can directly contribute to environmental protection, carbon reduction, and easing pressure on the energy infrastructure.”
Empower Reinforces Public Engagement and Education
To deepen the campaign’s impact, Empower continues to engage its customers through consistent outreach across various channels. From digital platforms to on-site events, the company is highlighting how even small adjustments can create long-lasting benefits.
Bin Shafar added:
“We believe that every sensible decision made by our customers, no matter how small, can make a big difference. Building a green economy doesn’t only happen through policy; it starts at home, in our offices, and in our daily habits.”
By promoting these conscious choices, Empower hopes to build a more energy-aware community and support the UAE’s commitment to environmental leadership.
