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HVAC algorithm can provide thermal comfort for building occupants, with a smaller carbon footprint

TechXplore

As organizations work to reduce their energy consumption and associated carbon emissions, one area that remains to be optimized is indoor heating and cooling. In fact, HVAC—which stands for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning—represents, on average, about 40% of a building's total energy use.

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This new cooling technology also prevents viral spread

GreenBiz

This new cooling technology also prevents viral spread. In the face of dangerous heat waves this summer, Americans have taken shelter in air-conditioned cooling centers. The same air conditioning systems that keep us cool recirculate air around us, potentially spreading the coronavirus. Gloria Oladipo. Thu, 10/08/2020 - 00:40.

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Our Investment in Specifx: Intelligent HVAC Managemen for Building Electrification

Better Ventures

The company builds software for large building managers to intelligently manage their heating, ventilation, and cooling (“HVAC”) systems. Specifx’s cutting-edge technology offers a streamlined solution for energy efficiency management, providing a sophisticated understanding of HVAC specifications. billion by 2026.

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How solar-charged HVAC keeps trucking cool

GreenBiz

How solar-charged HVAC keeps trucking cool. Most drivers spend their off-duty time in the sleeper compartments of their trucks, sometimes keeping the truck idling to get power and to cool or heat their space. Idling to keep cool. Most important, drivers need access to heating and cooling for their comfort and health.

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As climate change threatens cultural treasures, museums get creative to conserve both energy and artifacts

Grist

But climate control represents a particularly bedeviling problem, since more energy use contributes to climate change, which in turn causes greater temperature extremes that necessitate even more energy use to maintain a controlled indoor environment (sometimes known as the “doom loop” of AC ). Southwick agrees.

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5 Reasons to Switch to Green HVAC Technology

Energy Refuge

The majority of the energy used by US homes every year comes from heating and cooling systems. Many parts of America need heating and cooling to maintain a comfortable temperature. Fortunately, there are green HVAC technologies available that can make a difference. Enhance Your Existing HVAC Systems.

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Nomad Go’s AI technology could reduce building emissions by 30%

Renewable Energy World

Nomad Go’s new version of its HVAC solution is designed to help the real estate industry reduce CO2 emissions and energy costs by over 30% in buildings. Nomad Go’s vision sensor detects whether people are present in a commercial space before using data to warm, cool, and ventilate a room based on occupants.