At Kontrol Buildings we are committed to working with our customers and partners to deliver sustainable solutions by improving energy infrastructure in the built environment.
HVAC systems are essential in how buildings operate, including heating, cooling and indoor air quality. They are also one of the largest energy users in a building. The buildings sector consumes an estimated 30% of global energy, according to the United Nations Environment Programme. Buildings accounted for around 37% of global emissions in 2021, after combining emissions from building operations and from producing building materials.
As a building owner and manager your HVAC system is the key to achieving your sustainability targets. Our process begins with optimizing your current systems, we then review opportunities for improvements and work closely with you to develop net zero emission solutions.
SUSTAINABILITY
A More Sustainable Building is a More Valuable Building
Because they are more energy-efficient, sustainable buildings typically deliver lower operating and maintenance costs. These benefits translate into higher rental revenue and occupancy rates. The market calls this the “green premium.”
We are at the forefront of advances in new technologies designed to lower energy consumption, provide real-time energy management and achieve your sustainability goals. The following equipment, systems and technology are part of our approach to helping you meet your sustainability targets.
Ductless Mini-Split Systems
Ductless mini-split air conditioners are a fast growing solution because of their small size and flexible cooling capacity. Mini-split systems use an outdoor compressor that connects with an indoor air handler mounted to an exterior wall. Ductless mini-split air conditioners are more energy-efficient than standard HVAC units since they can split buildings into different zones for cooling. This allows more control over the consumption of cooling which can have significant benefits to energy efficiency.
Heat Pumps
Heat pumps use electricity to heat and cool buildings by transferring heat instead of generating it, unlike boilers, chillers and furnaces which typically use natural gas and heating oil. Heat pump technology delivers an alternative to traditional fossil fuels and is also energy-efficient. Many heat pumps are also reversible and can heat or cool based on seasonal needs. Retrofitting to an an efficient electric heat pump can help building owners move towards a zero-carbon solution.
Refrigerants
There’s been a growing movement in the HVAC industry to develop more environmentally friendly refrigerant alternatives. As part of the 2023 SEER regulations the HVAC industry is moving towards more environmentally friendly refrigerants like R-410 that don’t damage the ozone layer. These refrigerants are broken down in the atmosphere in just a few days instead of years, helping make commercial HVAC systems more sustainable.
Automated HVAC Systems
Automated building systems can run a building’s HVAC, lighting, and temperature controls to drive energy efficiency and energy savings. Such systems use a variety of sensors to gauge temperature, humidity, indoor air quality (IAQ) and occupancy patterns to provide operational insights into energy consumption. Smart thermostats can be integrated to adjust temperature settings to meet changing demands and building occupancy. These thermostats can interact with primary HVAC systems and smart learning algorithms to deliver heat or cooling based on weather and a building’s occupancy patterns, helping reduce carbon emissions while maintaining tenant comfort.
A Sustainable Solution Partner
We are committed to bringing our customers the best solutions to meet their sustainability objectives. Our clients can choose for a full system integration or a modular approach over time. What’s important to us is getting you to your desired sustainability outcome and working within your budget.