Powering Tomorrow's
Digital Infrastructure, Sustainably

13 October 2026 | Millennium Airport Hotel, Dubai, UAE

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Sustainable Data Center

The Sustainable Data Center Summit brings together industry leaders, innovators, and sustainability experts to address the critical challenges facing modern data center operations in Middle East. As digital transformation accelerates across the region, this premier conference focuses on implementing sustainable practices, reducing environmental impact, and building resilient infrastructure for the future. This summit provides a unique platform for knowledge exchange, networking, and collaboration among data center owners, architechts, cloud service providers, government entities, and technology vendors. Participants will explore cutting-edge solutions for energy efficiency, carbon neutrality, water conservation, and sustainable infrastructure design while aligning with regional and global sustainability goals.

Sponsors & Partners

Lead Sponsor

Silver Sponsor

Exhibitor

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Supporting Sponsor

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Knowledge Partner

Key Project Intelligence Partner

Media Partner

Advisory Board

Speakers

Senior Representative – Midea

    Ferose Ahamed

    Sales Director – Applied - SKM Air Conditioning

      Ghada Rahal

      Energy, Sustainability and ESG Advisor

        Shaimaa Hashem

        Design Manager/ Senior Associate – Data Centers & Missions Critical - Dar Al Handasah

          Priyanka Nagpal

          Director - Data Center, Capital Markets - JLL

            Niall Murphy

            Director - MEP & Sustainability - 9E Global, UAE

              Edmar Cabra

              Regional Sustainability Lead – MENA - Black & White Engineering

                Mohammad Majed Alhnaity

                Associate Director | Data Centres - Black & White Engineering

                  Dr. Vijay Wagh

                  Head Semiconductor & Data Center - Larsen And Toubro Construction

                    Mohamed Banin

                    Senior Global Director of Security & Information Technology - Rakuten

                      Manikiran Tadikonda

                      Projects Director - Syska Hennnessy Group

                        Tarek Qabaha

                        GHD Principal | Senior Technical Director - GHD

                          Conference Agenda

                          09:30 -

                          Opening Keynote : The Path to Net-Zero Data Centers in the Middle East

                          • Regional sustainability goals and data center alignment • Roadmap for carbon neutrality by 2030/2040 • Case studies from leading regional operators

                          09:50 -

                          Carbon Footprint Assessment & Scope 3 Emissions

                          • Comprehensive carbon accounting methodologies • Supply chain emissions tracking • Tools and frameworks for accurate measurement

                          10:30 -

                          Panel Discussion : Building the Business Case - ROI of Sustainable Data Centers

                          • CapEx vs. OpEx analysis • Payback periods for sustainability investments • Green financing access • ESG impact on corporate valuation • Risk mitigation strategies

                          12:20 -

                          Advanced Cooling Technologies Revolution

                          • Liquid cooling vs. air cooling efficiency comparison • Immersion cooling deployment strategies • Direct-to-chip cooling innovations

                          12:40 -

                          Building Climate-Resilient Digital Infrastructure

                          • Climate change adaptation strategies • Disaster recovery and business continuity • Future-proofing data center investments

                          13:00 -

                          Hyperscale Cloud Sustainability Initiatives

                          AWS, Azure, Google Cloud sustainability programs, Colocation vs. hyperscale efficiency and Multi-tenant sustainability challenges

                          14:20 -

                          AI-Driven Energy Optimization

                          Machine learning for workload optimization, Predictive analytics for cooling management and Real-time energy consumption monitoring

                          14:40 -

                          Modular & Prefabricated Data Centers

                          Rapid deployment sustainable solutions, Factory-built efficiency advantages and Scalability and flexibility benefits

                          15:10 -

                          End of Event

                          Key Themes

                          Telecommunications & Connectivity

                          Cloud Service Providers

                          Banking & Financial Services

                          Government & Public Sector

                          Healthcare & Life Sciences

                          Oil & Gas

                          Technology & Software

                          Real Estate & Construction

                          Energy & Utilities

                          Retail & E-commerce

                          Education & Research Institutions

                          Media & Entertainment

                          Sustainable Guest Experiences & Engagement

                          The Role of AI & Data Analytics in Sustainability

                          Local Sourcing & Supply Chain Sustainability

                          Retrofitting Existing Hotels for Sustainability

                          Who Will You Meet?

                          Chief Information Officers (CIO)

                          Chief Technology Officers (CTO)

                          Chief Sustainability Officers (CSO)

                          Chief Data Officers (CDO)

                          Chief Operating Officers (COO)

                          Vice Presidents of Infrastructure

                          Data Center Directors

                          IT Infrastructure Managers

                          Facilities Managers

                          Energy Managers

                          Sustainability Managers

                          Operations Managers

                          Cloud Services Managers

                          Data Center Engineers

                          Sustainability Specialists

                          Energy Efficiency Consultants

                          Cooling Systems Engineers

                          Power Systems Engineers

                          Environmental Compliance Officers

                          Green Building Consultants

                          Government Officials

                          Policy Makers

                          Investment Managers

                          Real Estate Developers

                          Technology Consultants

                          Architects & Designers

                          Investment Managers

                          Real Estate Developers

                          Who Should Exhibit / Sponsor

                          HVAC & Precision Cooling Systems

                          Liquid Cooling Solution Manufacturers

                          Immersion Cooling Technology

                          Free Cooling & Adiabatic Systems

                          Chiller and Heat Exchanger Suppliers

                          Thermal Monitoring & Sensors

                          Modular Data Center Manufacturers

                          Prefabricated Infrastructure Solutions

                          Cable Management Solutions

                          Building Management Systems (BMS)

                          Water-Free Cooling Technology

                          Water Recycling & Treatment Systems

                          Water Usage Monitoring Systems

                          Fiber Optic & Cabling Solutions

                          Network Interconnection Services

                          Telecommunications Infrastructure

                          5G Infrastructure Providers

                          UPS Manufacturers

                          Power Distribution Unit (PDU) Providers

                          Energy Storage & Battery Systems

                          Power Monitoring & Management Software

                          Microgrid Technology Providers

                          Hyperscale Cloud Service Providers (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, Oracle)

                          Server & Hardware Manufacturers

                          Storage Solution Providers

                          Network Equipment Vendors

                          Container & Kubernetes Platforms

                          Cybersecurity Platform Providers

                          Physical Security Systems

                          Biometric Access Control

                          Video Surveillance & Analytics

                          Environmental Threat Detection

                          Registration

                          Registration Form for all 3 Main

                          Contact Us

                          Locations

                          Dubai, UAE

                          Email Address

                          connect@worldlinkconferences.com

                          Contact No

                          +971 554693963

                          What Our Attendees Have to Say

                          Thank you for the invitation and for organizing such a successful and insightful conference. We truly appreciated the opportunity to attend, as the lectures were highly informative and beneficial, particularly in the field of stadium management

                          Fadi Tannir

                          Senior Project Manager, Project Management, Khatib & Alami

                          I wanted to take a moment to thank you and the entire team for organising such a fantastic event. I truly enjoyed my time at the World Stadiums and Arena Development Summit, and it was a great opportunity to learn, connect, and exchange insights with industry experts. The sessions were insightful, the networking was invaluable, and the overall experience was excellent.

                          Mohammed Hisham

                          Project Planning Engineer, Consultancy Group

                          I had a wonderful time at the World Stadiums and Arena Development Summit. The event was well-organized, and I particularly enjoyed the insightful sessions and networking opportunities with industry leaders. The discussions on innovative stadium design and sustainability really stood out to me. Thank you for the opportunity, and I look forward to future events!

                          Firas ElChoum

                          Associate, me-engineers

                          Thank you for the invite to the World Stadiums and Arena Development Summit, it was expertly organized, offering valuable insights in terms of technology, consultants and suppliers, while fostering meaningful discussions about the future of stadium and arena development

                          Moath Alhajiri

                          Projects Manager, RICHMOND Engineering and Management
                          This summit serves as a pivotal platform for exchanging insights, fostering innovation, and shaping the future of world-class sports venues in Saudi Arabia. Saudi Arabia is rapidly emerging as a global hub for major sporting events, with the 2027 hashtag AFC Asian Cup and 2029 Asian Winter Games in Trojena, NEOM paving the way for the 2034 Asian Games and FIFA World Cup.

                          Aliuddin Aquil

                          Chief Engineer- Infrastructure, SAUDCONSULT
                          Thank you for arranging the STADIUM event . it was really important and inspiring and i had the chance to meet relevant people in the industry

                          Abdelghani Khatib

                          TEDCO HOLDING
                          It was a pleasure speaking at the World Stadiums and Arena Development Summit. The experience was truly enriching, and I greatly appreciated the opportunity to share insights while engaging with such a knowledgeable and dynamic audience. The discussions were thought-provoking, and the event was exceptionally well-organized, fostering meaningful exchanges on the future of stadium and arena development. Thank you for the opportunity to be part of this impactful summit. I look forward to future collaborations!

                          Heba Saleh

                          PMO Director - Consultancy Group