What the Project Is All About
Delivering sustainable cooling solutions that reduce a client’s total cost of cooling and carbon footprint — that’s the core of this initiative. It’s all about making cooling systems not just more efficient, but also kinder to the planet. By focusing on real-world impact, the project tackles one of the most critical energy challenges of our time, aiming to transform how cooling is delivered and managed.
Main Benefits of the Project
Here’s a quick snapshot of what’s been achieved so far:
- Total Cooling Capacity Delivered: 13,545 RT
- Energy Efficiency Savings Delivered: 15-30%
- Client Energy Savings Delivered: 5.4 GWH per year
- Client Carbon Savings Delivered: 3,660 tons CO2 equivalent per year
These numbers aren’t just stats — they represent real reductions in energy use and carbon emissions, helping clients save money while shrinking their environmental footprint.
Why Cooling Is a Growing Energy Challenge
Cooling energy consumption is skyrocketing — faster than any other building end use, in fact. Between 1990 and 2016, it grew more than threefold, and if nothing changes, it’s expected to triple again by 2050. This rapid growth puts enormous strain on electric grids, with cooling accounting for about 14% of peak electricity demand on average. It’s a challenge that’s often overlooked but is becoming impossible to ignore.
The Problem with Current Cooling Practices
Despite the growing demand, most investments focus on new equipment, often ignoring the vast existing asset base that could perform much better. Maintenance services for HVAC and refrigeration systems tend to follow a business-as-usual approach, missing opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce costs. This status quo just isn’t sustainable anymore.
Taking Action to Reduce Costs and Carbon Footprint
Reducing the total cost of cooling and the associated carbon footprint isn’t just a nice-to-have — it’s essential. By adopting smarter, more sustainable cooling solutions, clients can cut energy use significantly, save on operational costs, and contribute to a healthier planet. It’s about making every watt count and every ton of CO2 avoided matter.
Project Impact on Sustainable Development Goals
- SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy
- SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
- SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
- SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
- SDG 13: Climate Action
Looking Ahead: The Future of Cooling
The future of cooling lies in innovation and sustainability. As energy demand continues to rise, the focus must shift from simply installing new equipment to optimizing existing systems and embracing energy-efficient technologies. This project highlights the urgent need to rethink how cooling is delivered — because the choices made today will shape the energy landscape of tomorrow.
