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HVAC algorithm can provide thermal comfort for building occupants, with a smaller carbon footprint

TechXplore

As organizations work to reduce their energy consumption and associated carbon emissions, one area that remains to be optimized is indoor heating and cooling. In fact, HVAC—which stands for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning—represents, on average, about 40% of a building's total energy use.

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4th Mega Clima Nigeria Expo – The Largest HVAC+R Sector Show of West Africa!!! Mega Clima Nigeria Expo 2021: 4th International Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Exhibition which is organized by Elan Expo will be hold on 8-10 September 2021 at Landmark Ce

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Mega Clima Expo is on the Stage in Lagos - Nigeria for the 4th Time Elan Expo is on Lagos again with its worldwide HVAC Shows brand Mega Clima Expo; 4th Mega Clima Nigeria Expo on 8-10 September 2021 with the product line of Refrigeration Systems & Components, Installation Systems, Ventilation & Air Conditioning Systems & Equipment, Heating Systems (..)

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Renovations and Improvements for Sustainable Homes

Green Business Bureau

The buildup of dust can weaken HVAC system efficiency, causing it to work harder and use more energy to heat or cool your home. This constant strain puts your HVAC system at higher risk of breaking down and needing repair. Check for HVAC Leaks. Many HVAC systems contain a system of ducts that require regular maintenance.

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To make offices safe during COVID-19, buildings need a breath of fresh air

GreenBiz

Companies including the San Francisco-based vertical farm Plenty are already organizing workers in cohorts who come in on the same days so if an outbreak occurs, it will be contained to one set of workers. Managers of traditional office space might need to consider doing the same. Suddenly you're having to condition all that [outdoor] air.

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Now is a great time to optimize energy in buildings. You'd think.

GreenBiz

For example, facility managers could reduce the run time of HVAC systems (responsible for about 40 percent of energy consumption), turn off lights in unoccupied spaces (lighting is responsible for 20 percent of energy use) or unplug appliances that aren’t needed (which account for about 33 percent of buildings’ energy use).

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AI doesn’t have to be a power hog

GreenBiz

While much of the panel (which I helped organize) was highly technical, here are four of my high-level takeaways for those thinking about harnessing AI for climate solutions. Get acquainted with the concept of "die stacking" in computing hardware design. You want to know how many people are in a room: people counting.

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Green Technology

We have extensive experience and knowledge in commercial HVAC, refrigeration, electrical distribution, access controls, and critical environments. Our clients include property management, institutional, agricultural, hospitality, and food service organizations.