District Cooling at ASHRAE Region XV Chapters’ Regional Conference

As urbanisation accelerates globally, the connection between energy production and water management—known as the energy-water nexus—has become a pressing sustainability challenge.  

District Cooling systems provide an effective solution, reducing energy and water consumption by up to 40% compared to conventional methods. When integrated with renewable energy, their environmental impact is even greater.  

To promote District Cooling adoption, GIZ India’s Energy Efficient Cooling Programme partnered as a knowledge supporter for the first ASHRAE Region XV Chapters’ Regional Conference. This three-day event explored the intersection of energy conservation and urban sustainability.  

In the GIZ-hosted panel discussion, Innovative Approaches to District Cooling for Urban Habitats, experts highlighted the importance of collaboration among stakeholders and supportive policies to scale up District Cooling technologies. Mr. Nitin Jain, Project Head for Energy Efficiency at GIZ India, reaffirmed GIZ’s commitment to working with the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) to develop strategies for reducing the energy intensity of urban cooling. Mr. Piyush Sharma, Energy Advisor at GIZ India, introduced the upcoming District Cooling Hub, a joint initiative with BEE and the UN Environment Programme, designed to serve as a centralised knowledge platform for District Cooling in India.  

For more information, contact Mr. Piyush Sharma, Piyush.Sharma(at)giz.de.