Under a strategic partnership, Ice Energy, a provider of smart grid-enabled, distributed energy storage solutions to the electric utility industry and Carrier Corp., the world's leader in high technology heating, air-conditioning and refrigeration solutions have joined to develop and deliver an integrated hybrid cooling and energy storage solution for commercial customers.
According to a press release, this unique hybrid cooling solution, which pairs Carrier commercial packaged HVAC systems with Ice Energy's distributed thermal energy storage technology on small to mid-sized commercial buildings, enables a powerful change in how - and more importantly when - energy is consumed for air conditioning, significantly reducing a building's daytime energy demandThe Ice Bear system stores energy at night by freezing water in an insulated storage tank. During the day it works seamlessly with the Ice-Ready Carrier air conditioning units to dispatch the stored energy by circulating chilled refrigerant from the tank to the Carrier units, dramatically reducing the amount of electricity required on peak. During off-peak hours, the Carrier system operates as usual.
Greg Alcorn, Carrier vice president of sales and marketing said that “by leveraging the benefits of more cost-effective nighttime power generation, storing energy directly at the point of consumption on individual buildings, and delivering it when it is needed most, this innovative hybrid solution from Ice Energy paired with Carrier rooftop units makes it possible to use off-peak power to meet daytime air conditioning demand. It's a win from every perspective and for businesses and building owners; this means reduced daytime energy consumption and lower energy costs without sacrificing consumer comfort.”
Brian Parsonnet, chief technology officer for Ice Energy said that “Carrier is a recognized leader in the HVAC industry, with unprecedented reach and reputation throughout the U.S. and internationally,” and the company is pleased they have not only chosen to partner with Ice Energy to create a joint solution, but have also implemented changes in their manufacturing process to enable seamless integration with our products and controls directly from their factory.
In the other company news, TMcnet reported that Ice Energy and Trane (News - Alert) are collaborating to develop and deliver energy storage-compatible, high-efficiency air conditioning solutions for commercial customers.
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