Sustainable HVAC & Controls Operating System

True green buildings embody world-class processes and capabilities for managing inefficiencies and waste from over-consumption. These two objectives are equally important, and the absence of established capabilities in the operating system significantly reduces the impact of your sustainability investments.

Sustainable HVAC Operating System

A Simple Classification

HVAC systems can be classified into four categories: Green, Conscientious, Wasteful, and Pollutant. This classification provides a comprehensive understanding of the intricate relationship between people, processes, and machinery, guiding us toward enhancing the environmental sustainability of building operations. By adopting this systemic perspective, we can identify and overcome the real challenges obstructing our sustainability objectives. It's common for HVAC systems in commercial buildings to exhibit decreased efficiency due to unresolved issues over time. Active management is crucial to mitigate energy waste and ensure the systems operate optimally, aligning with intended green standards.

The degradation of HVAC system efficiency over time can be attributed to three primary factors:

Inadequate Fault Reporting by Service Providers: Critical issues, like malfunctioning fresh air dampers and defective differential pressure sensors, often go unreported and unaddressed, contributing to unnecessary energy consumption.
Operator Decisions: The efficacy of HVAC systems is significantly influenced by the operators' choices regarding settings and schedules. Mismanagement in these areas can lead to excessive energy use, highlighting the need for enhanced operator training and awareness.
Lack of Evidence-Based Maintenance: The lack of a structured, data-driven approach to maintenance and problem resolution impedes the optimal management of HVAC systems, affecting both performance optimization and the demonstration of service providers' efficiency.

Addressing these issues demands a comprehensive strategy that not only involves installing efficient systems but also ensures their ongoing optimal operation through service transparency, better reporting, operator awareness, and evidence-based maintenance practices.