The platform adjusts air-change rates based on continuously monitored particle levels. Airflow is optimized when particle levels are low and increased as levels rise.
The EnVisioneer of the Year competition recognizes North American OEMs, building owners, municipalities, contractors, and end users that have introduced a new product, opened a new facility, or invested in a system upgrade using Danfoss products or solutions to realize significant energy and environmental savings.
The Empire Technology Prize, or ETP, is a competitive opportunity for companies and innovators around the world to focus on advancing building technologies for low-carbon heating system retrofits in tall buildings.
Fifty percent of existing buildings are likely to still be in use in 2050 — meaning that the current building stock must be included as part of a comprehensive decarbonization strategy.
“We are excited to be recognized by Good Housekeeping,” said David Budzinski, president of the global residential and light commercial division at Johnson Controls.
The Department of Energy recently proposed new higher energy efficiency standards for residential water heaters. Industry is split over whether the new standards will help or hurt consumers.