Tabreed, officially known as the National Central Cooling Company, is a leading provider of district cooling solutions headquartered in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Established in 1998, Tabreed has significantly contributed to the region's sustainable development by offering energy-efficient cooling services across major operational areas, including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Oman. Specialising in district cooling, Tabreed delivers innovative and environmentally friendly cooling solutions that reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions. The company has achieved notable milestones, including the development of one of the largest district cooling plants in the world. With a strong market position, Tabreed continues to set industry standards, providing reliable and cost-effective cooling services to a diverse clientele, including residential, commercial, and governmental sectors.
How does Tabreed's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Tabreed's score of 24 is lower than 62% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Tabreed, headquartered in the United Arab Emirates (AE), reported carbon emissions of approximately 45,194,000 kg CO2e, all of which fall under Scope 1 emissions. This marks a significant reduction from 2023, where the company recorded Scope 1 emissions of about 65,501,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 816,682,000 kg CO2e. Over the past few years, Tabreed has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. The company has not reported any Scope 3 emissions, indicating a focused approach on direct emissions from its operations. Tabreed's emissions intensity has varied, with a reported intensity of 360 kg CO2e per tonne-hour of refrigeration in 2023. The company has not inherited emissions data from any parent organisation, maintaining its own reporting standards. Overall, while Tabreed has made strides in reducing its emissions, further transparency regarding specific reduction targets and initiatives would enhance its climate commitment profile.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,128,543,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 530 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - |
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Tabreed has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
