The Future of Sustainable HVAC

Sometimes, an HVAC system blows air that's cooler or warmer than it should be.

The heating and cooling of buildings is a massive contributor to global warming and is responsible for about half of all energy use. At the same time, the world is becoming more aware of our impact on the environment, which is driving sustainable designs in all sectors, including HVAC.

Please keep reading to learn about the future of sustainable HVAC systems.

Smart HVAC systems

Nowadays, smart tech has made its way into everything from watches to refrigerators. The smart revolution has been made possible by huge leaps in machine learning and AI and is now being implemented into HVAC systems.

Smart HVAC systems employ a range of innovative features, including smart thermostats, sensors, and remote monitoring. Integrating smart tech into HVAC systems has made them far more efficient than in the past, which is good for the environment and energy expenses.

Geothermal heat pumps

Using geothermal heat pumps in HVAC systems has been nothing short of revolutionary. Heat pumps are among the top renewable energy sources. They are also a powerful tool for reducing the energy usage of HVAC systems.

Geothermal heat pumps pull heat from the earth's subsurface to heat and push the building's heat underground to cool. When integrated with HVAC systems, the energy savings are enormous and can cut consumption by up to half.

Renewables

Global warming has emerged as one of the greatest challenges of the 21st century and has driven huge investments in renewable energy sources. Renewables such as solar and wind are clean alternatives to fossil fuels and are getting cheaper yearly as green infrastructure is implemented.

If the renewable energy source is sufficient, the HVAC systems supplied by green renewable energy will produce far fewer or even zero emissions. This is good news from a financial and sustainable perspective, especially considering the energy required for heating and cooling.

Refrigerants

Traditional HVAC systems use various chemical compounds called hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs). These potent compounds are notorious for their devastating impact on the ozone layer, which worsens climate change.

The dangers old-school refrigerants pose have led to the creation of a range of next-generation refrigerants. These new refrigerants do not affect the ozone layer. In addition, they are far less damaging overall from a global warming point of view.

Connectivity

Connectivity is a huge factor in modern HVAC systems. The underlying innovations driving increased connectivity in HVAC systems are the same driving smart systems.

AI and machine learning have facilitated huge increases in connectivity and communication between HVAC and other smart systems. As a result, real-time data can be monitored, controlled, and automated to maximize the system's efficiency, reducing emissions and running costs.

The future looks green

These are just a few of the innovations making HVAC systems more sustainable. As the underlying tech supporting cleaner HVAC systems is refined, it will improve efficiency and sustainability.

Technology changes fast, so consult an HVAC specialist for the best advice. An expert will know how to make your heating and cooling needs greener, more efficient, and cheaper.

Modern Air Conditioning & Heating is a Boulder City-based HVAC company offering 15 years of experience in residential and commercial HVAC services for all makes and models. You can also call us directly at (702) 919-4365.