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How can technology save money, reduce carbon emissions and deliver a competitive advantage?
Katie McGinty, Vice President and Chief Sustainability Officer at Johnson Controls, has been actively meeting with leaders to discuss ideas and solutions that reduce energy and costs. Recently, she joined CNBC to show how new technologies like heat pumps are using wasted heat to cut energy bills by more than half and carbon by 60%. And she calls out a significant point.
Katie shared that the same steps used to solve energy security challenges are also helping the climate and making businesses more competitive. Data centers, for example, are using technology to cut energy in half, all while building a secure, innovative advantage. These savings are being redirected to grow business, attract and retain talent, and develop new innovation.
AI is also playing a critical role, reducing the need for energy, materials and water while helping bottom lines and the planet. Katie explains how Johnson Controls is currently using AI to help clients reduce 4,000 labor hours per year and cut energy costs and consumption by 32%.
Watch Katie’s interview on CNBC
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How can data centers and other businesses maximize efficiency and uptime—while supporting sustainability?
When you look at the core of your business, the opportunities are almost endless to bring more efficiency and innovation. For example, AI is opening doors and allowing businesses to reduce their need for energy, materials and water. This moves dollars to the bottom line, all while helping the planet.
Data center operators should start by building a comprehensive cooling portfolio that includes chillers, air handlers, heat pumps and thermosiphon solutions, all tailored to their specific needs.
Did you know? Sustainability is a top three business priority, but one in three businesses must accelerate to meet 2030 goals.
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What role is AI playing in HVACR?
Artificial intelligence (AI) is a big piece of the energy equation. When we use technology to cut in half the energy that data centers need, it bolsters competition because that energy can be put to work to grow AI solutions.
AI is already having an impact by providing:
- HVACR efficiency – AI-driven controls are optimizing system performance to improve energy efficiency and reduce operational costs.
- Predictive maintenance and system diagnostics – Machine learning algorithms are detecting potential failures before they occur, transforming service calls and extending the life of equipment.
- Integration with smart building systems – Connecting HVACR controls with lighting, occupancy sensors and renewable energy systems creates a seamless, automated experience.
Did you know? AI solutions from Johnson Controls are helping clients reduce 4,000 labor hours each year while cutting energy costs and consumption by 32%.
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How can heat pumps make an impact?
A heat pump system can significantly reduce CO2 emissions and is a cost-effective, more energy-efficient alternative to traditional boiler and chiller systems. Heat pumps could satisfy 80% of global heating and cooling needs with a lower carbon footprint than boilers using fossil fuels.
For example, 60% of energy spend for leading European industries is processed heat, but that heat is wasted. If heat pumps were used, these businesses could cut energy bills by 53% and then support their sustainability goals by cutting carbon by 60%.