Automated Building Systems Turn Data into an Energy-Saving Asset

Published by BizTech Magazine: As companies pursue sustainability strategies, networking has emerged as an essential element. An effective, intelligent network can facilitate connected ecosystems that rely on data, sensors and automated building systems to enhance efficiency, reduce energy consumption and support sustainability.

In the U.S., residential and commercial buildings consume roughly 20 percent of total energy and generate nearly 40 percent of carbon dioxide emissions, making them an excellent target for energy savings, says Kevin Carbonnier, a senior technical associate with New Buildings Institute.