HPAC Engineering interviewed several thought leaders in the industry to get their perspective on what the HVAC industry will look like in 2024. Derek Ensign, PE, CEM, CxA, LEED AP, Director of Energy Design Engineering, explained how the HVAC industry is currently undergoing a paradigm shift that will affect all entities.
"Despite the challenges, the industry is responding to changes with advancements in technology such as new diverse offerings and applications of heat pumps coupled with renewable energy microgrids, including solar photovoltaic, battery energy storage, and co-generation. Although the current and future industry trends are still evolving, the industry is continually improving towards resiliency, reliability, and efficiency to minimize global impact."
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