“Going green” is a lot more than a trend. It’s an important step to take in order to not only keep utility costs down, but also to help protect the planet. When you own or operate a commercial building, your energy consumption can be substantial. However, there are definitely ways to keep energy use manageable in commercial buildings, and choosing green HVAC solutions is one of them.
So, what types of green HVAC systems and solutions are available for commercial spaces? Take a look:
Split Systems
Split systems are quite common in commercial spaces because they allow you to individually control the temperatures of different areas within the building. For example, you could keep the offices at one temperature and the conference rooms at another.
While split systems are often praised for the comfort they offer, they are also a green solution. With a split system, you don’t have to over-heat the whole building just to keep one part of it warmer. Since these systems typically have multiple fans, they also control ventilation quite efficiently, further reducing your energy consumption. Most commercial HVAC companies, including Climico, can install split HVAC systems.
Evaporative Coolers
When people talk about air conditioning, they’re usually referring to systems that use a refrigeration coil to transfer heat from inside your building to the outdoors. But there is another kind of air conditioner: the evaporative cooler. This type of air conditioner works by blowing cold air over a moist pad. The evaporation that occurs cools the air, and therefore your space.
In many climates, evaporative coolers are more energy efficient than standard air conditioning systems, leading to lower energy consumption. If you’re installing AC in a new commercial space, definitely talk to your HVAC commercial installation company about evaporative cooling.
Smart Thermostats
Smart thermostats have been popular in residential settings for a while, and they’re becoming pretty popular in commercial spaces, too. While installing a smart thermostat won’t automatically cause your energy consumption to go down, it will make it easier for you to monitor and adjust your energy consumption.
A smart thermostat makes it easier to adjust your thermostat settings when you’re away. This is really helpful for smaller businesses that may not be open every day, and also for larger buildings where it’s not always necessary to heat or air condition the whole space. Some smart thermostat apps even directly give you suggestions to help reduce your energy use based on your own, unique use patterns.
Hopefully these suggestions give you some things to think over when designing a green HVAC plan for your building. Don’t hesitate to contact Climico if you’re looking for an HVAC contractor. We offer commercial HVAC repair service, along with commercial HVAC maintenance contracts and more.