These innovative, resource-conscious building products keep structures—and their occupants—comfortable while maximizing energy efficiency.
ProSol TF+
Schüco
This high-efficiency, thin-film photovoltaic module produces up to 30 percent more electrical output than conventional thin-film products, due to its tandem cell structure.
(Courtesy Uponor)
High-Mass Radiant Heating/Cooling System
Uponor
In this hydronic radiant system, warm or cool water flows through cross-linked polyethylene tubing; flexible, it needs fewer connections and is approved for continuous hot-water recirculation.
(Courtesy CALMAC)IceBank Thermal Energy Storage
CALMAC
Ice-cooled air produced with this thermal energy system shifts a building’s cooling needs to off-peak hours.
(Courtesy Building Robotics)Comfy
Building Robotics
Web- and mobile-based software lets office workers warm or cool their specific locations, while fine-tuning the building’s energy use and optimizing HVAC efficiency.
VRF Zoning Systems
Mitsubishi Electric
Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) zoning systems operate efficiently at partial-load conditions, helping to optimize energy savings and lower costs.
(Courtesy Lutron)Quantum Vue
Lutron
This mobile-friendly software lets facility managers monitor, analyze, and program all energy usage in a building, and ties all lighting and shade controls together.
