# Sun-Cooled Buildings Warehouse in Dubai Gets Eco-Friendly With Solar-Powered Air-Conditioning By Katie Cordrey | Published 2010-06-06 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-powered-air-conditioning References: [constructionweekonline](http://www.constructionweekonline.com/article-8517-the-middle-easts-five-best-green-buildings/3/) & [climatewell](http://www.climatewell.com/index.html#/innovation/how-it-works) A new warehouse facility in Dubai is set to earn a LEED Platinum rating largely because of its solar-powered air conditioning. The new ESAB Middle East Office and Warehouse Facility in JAFZA uses a system designed and installed by Scandinavian Cooling. The Solar Cooling solution is based on ClimateWell equipment. A closed-loop heat pump system uses the sun's warmth in a heat exchange process. Both heating and cooling can be gleaned from the heat exchanger depending upon the tubing configuration. Johan Larsson of ClimateWell sums up the project: “Whatever is cool in Dubai is cool anywhere.” ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 27% | Activity: 10% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Solar Cooling Systems:** With the rise of green technology, the trend towards the development of solar-powered cooling systems is gaining popularity as it helps in conserving electricity that is traditionally consumed by traditional cooling systems. - **Energy-efficient Buildings:** The trend towards energy-efficient buildings has become more significant than ever with the focus firmly set on the climate crisis and cost-saving measures for homeowners, businesses, and corporations alike. - **LEED Certification:** LEED Certification has emerged as a prominent trend in the construction industry as businesses and individuals are becoming more environmentally conscious, creating a demand for green buildings that meet strict environmental standards. ### Sectors Adopting This - **HVAC Industry:** The development of energy-efficient cooling systems has presented the HVAC industry with the opportunity to grow a greener and more sustainable market. - **Construction Industry:** The construction industry has the opportunity to establish its position in the global trend towards energy-efficient and eco-friendly buildings to leave a tangible impact on the environment and the economy. - **Renewable Energy Industry:** The rise of solar-powered cooling systems highlights the renewable energy industry's potential to provide sustainable solutions across all other sectors that rely heavily on traditional cooling systems by using solar power. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Self-Cooling Exterior Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/promenade-building.md) - [Energy-Efficient Data Servers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/incooling.md) - [Evaporated Cooling System Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tony.md) - [Hive-Like Terracotta Cooling Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beehive-cooling-installation.md) - [Terracotta AC Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nave-air-conditioning-system.md) - [Efficient Air Conditioning Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyperganic.md) - [Cooling Rooftop Ads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coors-light-chillboards.md) - [Thermoelectric Air Coolers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sanda-200-w-dc.md) - [Climate-Controlled Cycling Paths](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cycling-path.md)