The opening ceremony of the 3rd International ASHRAE Conference on Energy & Indoor Environment for Hot Climates, organized by the ASHRAE Qatar Oryx Chapter, was held under the patronage of the Qatar Society of Engineers and honored by the presence of ASHRAE Society President M. Dennis Knight Knight.
As part of his official visit to the Region-at-Large, President Knight engaged in a series of impactful events and technical visits across Qatar, reflecting ASHRAE’s commitment to global collaboration and innovation in the built environment.
🏛️ GORD Visit
President Knight, along with senior delegates, was warmly welcomed by the Gulf Organisation for Research & Development (GORD) at its QSTP headquarters.
🌐 Site Visit to Qatar District Cooling Company – Qatar Cool
A field visit was made to Qatar District Cooling Company (Qatar Cool)’s largest district cooling plant at The Pearl – Qatar. The visit showcased cutting-edge district cooling technology and its impact on urban sustainability.
🎓 Qatar University Engagement
President Knight also visited Qatar University, where he addressed mechanical engineering students on the vital role of HVAC systems in our daily lives. He also took the opportunity to commend the ASHRAE Student Chapter members for their dedication and contributions to advancing engineering excellence.
