1. What does air conditioning technology include?

In order to be able to save energy in the right place, it must first be clear what the air conditioning technology everything included. Basically, this is a sub-area of ​​supply technology and ensures that the temperature, humidity and quality of the air in a room or building are at the desired level. Air conditioning is therefore not only of great importance for private households, but also company buildings are now equipped with modern systems.

This includes air conditioning systems that ensure pleasantly cool rooms in the hot summer months and heat in the cold season. In addition, air conditioning technology includes ventilation systems, so that air circulation can take place, which improves the air quality. This is not only important for the premises, but above all for the people who are in it. Good air promotes the ability to concentrate and is logically healthier than stale, exhausted air.

In the case of commercial buildings, this is particularly the case air conditioners for EDP rooms, so that the devices do not overheat and a perfect function can always be guaranteed. Server rooms in particular can quickly reach very high temperatures due to the large equipment.

2. How to save energy

Anyone who has dealt with sustainability and energy saving may be thinking about having a photovoltaic system installed. A photovoltaic system has many advantages, which include not only environmental protection, but also the increase in value of the property and a certain independence from large electricity companies. Such a system is always worthwhile.

But even without a PV system, a lot of energy can be saved in the area of ​​air conditioning. You can already feel a significant reduction in costs when you optimize the respective systems.

• It is advisable to consult a specialist for this, who will adjust the air flow rates and running times, for example.
• Companies that use air conditioning in their company buildings can save up to 30% of their energy costs in this way.

In addition, not every property has state-of-the-art facilities that are technically up to date. Thus, the installation of better components and retrofitting with efficient components may make sense. For example, it is possible to use ventilation heat recovery. Some companies have been able to save as much as 50% on their energy costs. It is therefore definitely worth buying new components and having them installed.

3. Save energy thanks to professionals

As already mentioned, you should hire a professional once in a while. He can check the system and determine where users can save and which components may be outdated and should be replaced. In addition, the maintenance of air conditioning and ventilation systems is of great importance, as even small defects and malfunctions can lead to increased energy costs.

One also speaks of one energetic inspection. You get practice-oriented suggestions for action from a specialist, with which you can save money and also increase the comfort of the premises.

In order to find the person responsible for the corresponding system, companies should look for experts for the energy inspection or look for a qualified energy consultant. The person commissioned must meet high qualification requirements, but can advise from all sectors. This regulation was launched on December 1, 2017 and gives companies an even greater choice of consultants.

In order to really save energy and money, companies must first determine how much energy is needed at the moment. Only in this way does a so-called potential analysis, which indicates where savings can be made, make sense.

4. State support programs for companies

Companies that want to save energy and money with their air conditioning technology can inquire about government grants. For example, the federal funding for energy consulting in medium-sized companies offers grants for consulting costs if you decide to have advice on energy saving potentials carried out.

In addition, there are grants to finance energy-saving air conditioning. The funding program “Energy efficiency and process heat from renewable energies in the economy’, which subsidizes the financing of heat recovery and heat recovery systems and the purchase of fans.

stands one refurbishment of commercial buildings, because the air conditioning and ventilation systems need to be renewed or the building automation needs to be improved, companies can inquire about low-interest loans that KfW can offer thanks to the BMWi funding.

Saving energy in relation to air conditioning is therefore worthwhile in many ways.