Take a closer look at the leading sustainable HVACR products.
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1. Breezi Airpulse
This Breezi product connects your HVAC system to your smart devices so you can keep your space comfortable and track your HVAC activity and condition. Breezi sees the HVAC system like any other living organism, understanding that its maintenance is essential for continued efficiency.
The system can communicate through Amazon Alexa or Breezi’s chatbot, and it provides notifications on your smart devices when its filters need replacement. This makes HVAC maintenance easy and worry-free. It also saves time and upkeep, as clogged filters waste up to 15% more energy and can cause system breakdowns. Breezi also makes sure the air quality of the space is healthy and will recommend seasonal filters to deal with pollen and pollution.
Breezi works through sensors installed in the HVAC filter. These detect HVAC health and account for environmental factors like humidity levels (to avoid mold) and volatile organic compounds. The sensors are also listening for any noise that may indicate mechanical trouble. breezi.io
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2. Ventacity VS3000 RT HRV System
Ventacity's new high efficiency heat recovery ventilator (HRV) is able to provide quality heat ventilation using much less energy than traditional heat ventilators. Its design consists of a number of innovative and power reducing systems. Equipped with electronically commutated motors (ECMs) and backward curving blades, the system uses minimal energy and has noise reducing features. Moreover, the ventilator transfers up to 93% sensible heat between intake and exhaust air streams, which is 43% more efficient than traditional systems. This added efficiency means the system is more sustainable while also saving money.
The ventilator works for a large variety of spaces. The unit provides a maximum flow rate of 3,000 cfm of fresh air for spaces up to 40,000 square feet. Its durable galvanized steel case means it can even be placed in spaces with harsh weather environments. The system maintenance is simple with easy to access filters. ventacity.com
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3. Modine Atherion
Looking for a way to bring fresh air into your indoor space? Modine's Atherion unit is an efficient cost-saving HVAC system for any geographical location. It can provide ideal ventilation in humid warmer areas as well as dry cooler places, setting comfortable indoor temperatures for any facility.
Its construction is durable and long-lasting, with a stainless steel drain pan to prevent corrosion and a double wall cover with a pre-painted galvanized G90 steel cabinet that meets the ASTM spec for 2500 hour salt spray test. The design meets the latest ASHRAE 189.1 and 62.1 standards for IEER efficiency, green building, and indoor air quality.
The Atherion system has a variety of high efficiency features. Its air flow management consists of ultra low air dampers and an energy-efficient airfoil plenum fan. Its gas heating system option levels up to 94%, allowing for substantial cost-savings. modinehvac.com
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4. Mysa Smart Thermostat
Mysa's new thermostat learns your habits so you’ll never be shocked awake by a cold bathroom in the morning, nor go to sleep shivering. When location is enabled, the system keeps track of when you are away to ensure no heat energy is wasted on an empty house. It also has a vacation setting to adjust temperatures for longer periods away.
The system can be controlled by an app, displaying the temperature of all the rooms in your house for you to adjust anywhere at anytime. The app shows your thermostat schedule as well as your energy usage. Mysa can also generate an in-depth energy report so you can review your energy usage and costs.
Mysa is compatible with the leading home technologies. It works with Apple HomeKit as well as Amazon Echo or Google Home. getmysa.com
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5. Lennox SL280NV Ultra-Low NOx Gas Furnace
Lennox is introducing the first residential ultra-low NOx gas furnace you can buy. This furnace has exciting environmentally friendly features—it releases 65% less NOx emissions than standard furnaces and its variable-speed motor and two-stage gas valve help maintain a constant temperature using minimal fuel. Furthermore, it has an energy rating of 80% AFUE (annual fuel utilization efficiency), meaning it will significantly reduce your heating costs. In fact, reports show five-year savings totaled more than $2,500.
The furnace has iComfort® S30 ultra smart thermostat compatibility, so you can change your heat and energy usage depending on your household needs. This system detects when you or a family member is away from home using GPS, to make sure the temperature is comfortable when you are home. Additionally, it uses allergen detection to control pollen levels in the space.
This furnace is quickly gaining recognition, as it won the “Best of IBS” award for Best Green Building Product at this year’s NAHB International Builders’ Show due to its outstanding performance and efficiency. lennox.com
