With sustainability at the forefront of public discussion, many organizations have set stringent decarbonization goals with plans to reach net zero within the coming years. At the same time, these organizations are also focused on enhancing IAQ to support occupant wellness and productivity. This often involves improving filtration, increasing outside air ventilation, and raising HVAC output — all of which can consume additional energy and seemingly place these net zero goals at odds. To successfully achieve both outcomes, organizations need innovative solutions that can monitor and track key metrics to balance both health and sustainability.
Emerging building management solutions are leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to effectively find the balance between IAQ and energy consumption. By using demand-controlled ventilation (DCV), advanced monitoring, and intelligent algorithms, these solutions can equip building managers with dynamic insights based on real-time data to help solve both challenges.