Using Hydronic HVAC Systems to Further Decarbonization Goals

As the commercial building industry continues to seek guidance on mitigating the negative carbon impact of buildings on the environment, a growing focus exists on resource-efficient decarbonization: an incremental methodology, coupled with integrated design and strategic capital planning, to create a path toward efficiently decarbonizing buildings. By reconfiguring HVAC systems to address both operational and embodied carbon emissions, significant energy savings can be achieved while contributing to a greener, more sustainable future. This article looks at the use of hydronic systems to help meet these goals.