Introduction

Across the UAE, industrial plants consume huge amounts of energy while releasing significant amounts of unused heat. This “waste heat” often escapes into the atmosphere—yet it represents a hidden opportunity to generate clean, reliable electricity.

The Opportunity

Waste heat recovery, especially through Organic Rankine Cycle (ORC) technology, can transform hot exhaust gases and process heat into usable power. For industries like cement, steel, glass, and food processing, this means:

• Lower electricity costs

• Reduced environmental footprint

• Improved energy independence

Why the UAE?

With high energy demand, competitive electricity tariffs, and strong sustainability goals (UAE Net Zero 2050), industries here are uniquely positioned to benefit from waste-heat-to-power solutions.

Actura’s Role

At Actura, we provide a full approach: laser scanning for precise measurements, custom-designed heat exchangers, our proprietary ORC systems, and integration services from start to finish.

Conclusion

Waste heat isn’t waste—it’s an asset. By harnessing it, UAE industries can power their operations more efficiently and sustainably.