Rafi Ahmad’s Post

Two of the world’s largest cooling stations (~155,000 refrigeration tons, which is equivalent to cooling 20,000 apartments!) are ready.. These cooling stations play a vital role in maintaining a comfortable environment for the Muslim Pilgrims (Hajj) at Masjid Al Haram, Mekka - KSA. The first cooling station, known as the Ajyad station, has a capacity to produce 35,300 refrigeration tons, out of this capacity, approximately 24,500 refrigeration tons are utilized. The second cooling station is the new central Shamiya plant, which has an impressive capacity of 120,000 refrigeration tons. This station is designed to serve the third expansion of the Haram, as well as portion of the current facilities. District cooling at Masjid al-Haram is advantageous for the following reasons: ☑️Energy Efficiency: It reduces energy consumption compared to individual cooling systems, leading to lower carbon emissions and contributing to sustainability. ☑️Cost Savings: Sharing cooling infrastructure among multiple buildings reduces initial investment costs and lowers maintenance and operating expenses. ☑️Environmental Impact: It requires fewer harmful refrigerants and better manages their usage, minimizing environmental harm. ☑️Reliability: Centralized plants have backup systems, ensuring uninterrupted cooling even during equipment failures. ☑️Flexibility and Scalability: It easily accommodates expanding developments by connecting new buildings to the existing network. ☑️Capacity: With its substantial cooling capacity, it efficiently serves the large crowds that visit the mosque. It ensures a comfortable environment for pilgrims, regulating indoor temperatures in the hot climate of Makkah. ☑️Spiritual Experience: By providing an optimal environment, it enhances the spiritual experience of the worshippers during their prayers and religious activities. The significant refrigeration capacity they possess demonstrates the commitment to providing efficient and effective cooling solutions to accommodate the large number of pilgrims who visit Mekka. #sustainability #energy #efficiency #KSA #Mekka #hajj2023 #Hajj