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Futurism NEWS Certificate of Appreciation from Indonesian Government for Forest Conservation Activities on the Island of Java
26 Carrier Transicold’s New eSolutions™: the Next Level of Connected Refrigeration
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Samsung Shows Its Commitment to Going Green by Building Handmade Eco Trails in Taiwan
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EDITOR‘S NOTE
The International Energy Agency has released a new study that shows the fast increase of air conditioning systems around the globe. The study noted that around 1.6 billion buildings come equipped with air conditioning units. That number is expected to be 5.6 billion by 2050. That “amounts to 10 new ACs sold every second for the next 30 years,” the IEA report noted. According to the IEA’s executive director, Fatih Birol, “Growing electricity demand for air conditioning is one of the most critical blind spots in today’s energy debate. With rising incomes, air conditioner ownership will skyrocket, especially in the emerging world. While this will bring extra comfort and improve daily lives, it is essential that efficiency performance for ACs be prioritized. Standards for the bulk of these new ACs are much lower than where they should be.”
HVACR Future: Efficient & Green
As global temperatures con- them at the same time to cut tinue to rise, the need for air emissions and reduce costs,” conditioning will increase as Birol said. well for more people to stay comfortable. The IEA’s solution is to encourage more efficient air conditioning units that uses less electricity to operate. Their study noted that the air conditioning units that are sold in Europe and Japan are often 25 percent more efficient that units The IEA study explained that that are sold throughout the one of the biggest drains on United States and China. the air conditioning pull could come from India. Today, air The study also warned that conditioning in India consti“large investments in new powtutes to around 10 percent of er plants to meet peak power India’s entire electricity usage. demand at night” are needed. However, the report has point“Setting higher efficiency staned out that it could increase dards for cooling is one of the to 45 percent air conditioning easiest steps governments can usage by 2050 given the poptake to reduce the need for ulation trends and economic new power plants, and allow growth of the country.
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10 Nearly Zero Energy Buildings
14 Renewables and Technology
20 Demand for Air Conditioning Will Triple
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26 Certificate of Appreciation from Indonesian Government for Forest Conservation Activities on the Island of Java
34 Carrier Transicold’s New eSolutions™: the Next Level of Connected Refrigeration
42 Samsung Shows Its Commitment to Going Green by Building Handmade Eco Trails in Taiwan
H VA C 20 Years From Now
Nearly Zero Energy Buildings In an interview, ASHRAE’s President Bjarne W. Olesen said that sustainability is a major goal for the decades to come, and that it is achievable.
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“We expect NZEBs (Nearly Zero Energy Buildings) by 2030. That goal is within reach,” he revealed. “But it will take a concentrated effort by partners representing every sector of our broad, global industry.
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“Europe appears to have embraced the vision earlier and has a head start on making that vision a reality. Energy costs in Europe are much higher than in the United States, which created an economic driver for their success, a success that needs to be applauded. Asia is moving rapidly towards an NZEB future, but probably has the most ground to cover for a variety of reasons. A compelling argument can be made that our significant successes over the past nine years shows conclusively that we are on the right path and that the goal of an NZEB future is attainable,� he added.
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Renewables and Technology Olesen relies on the growing trend of technology and renewables in his confidence about HVAC’s future. There is already an energy management tool called Building Energy Quotient (Building EQ) which helps in evaluating the energy use of a building, on top
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of the building information modeling software and the decrease in photovoltaic pricing. Such advancements are the biggest drivers of the HVAC movement towards sustainability according to Olesen.
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Moreover, ASHRAE is willing to provide its members the needed information to meet the necessary goal. After all, it is the robust research program that sets ASHRAE apart from other professional societies and organizations “As a global society with members all over the world, we can provide and disseminate knowledge from one part of the world to be used the world over. “The HVAC industry has an opportunity to serve as a catalyst to building owners and designers, encouraging the achievement of sustainability goals. An ASHRAE-certified building provides builders credible, reputable recognition in the marketplace,� Olesen shared.
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We can provide and disseminate knowledge from one part of the world to be used the world over.
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he American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) was formed in 1959 with a goal: to advance heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVACR) systems design and construction. Today, the
organization is still as focused in such goal but nonetheless a lot empowered with more than 56,000 members in over 132 countries. It stays true to its motto: “Shaping tomorrow’s built environment today.”
Demand for Air Conditioning Will Triple
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hrough the years, air conditioning has become a necessity in helping us stay cool in the midst of hot summer weathers and according to new research, the global demand for air conditioning will triple over the next 30 years. The
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Agency has released a new study that shows the fast increase of air conditioning systems around the globe. The study noted that around 1.6 billion buildings come equipped with air conditioning units. That number is expected to be 5.6 billion by 2050.
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ccording to the IEA’s executive director, Fatih Birol, “Growing electricity demand for air conditioning is one of the most critical blind spots in today’s energy debate. With rising incomes, air conditioner ownership will skyrocket, especially in the emerging world. While this will bring extra com-
fort and improve daily lives, it is essential that efficiency performance for ACs be prioritized. Standards for the bulk of these new ACs are much lower than where they should be.”
“Shaping tomorrow’s built environment today.”
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The need for air conditioning will increase as well for more people to stay comfortable.
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Air conditioning in India constitutes to around 10 percent of India’s entire electricity usage.
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he IEA study explained that one of the biggest drains on the air conditioning pull could come from India. Today, air conditioning in India constitutes to around 10 percent of India’s entire electricity usage. However, the report has pointed out that it could increase to 45 percent air conditioning usage by 2050 given the population trends and economic growth of the country. As global temperatures continue to rise, the need for air conditioning will increase as well for more people to stay comfortable. The IEA’s solution is to encourage more efficient
air conditioning units that uses less electricity to operate. Their study noted that the air conditioning units that are sold in Europe and Japan are often 25 percent more efficient that units that are sold throughout the United States and China. The study also warned that “large investments in new power plants to meet peak power demand at night” are needed. “Setting higher efficiency standards for cooling is one of the easiest steps governments can take to reduce the need for new power plants, and allow them at the same time to cut emissions and reduce costs,” Birol said. -end-
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Certificate of Appreciation from Indonesian Government for Forest Conservation Activities on the Island of Java
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“Forests for the Air� Project That Extends to 7 Global Locations Daikin Industries, Ltd. recently received a certificate of appreciation from the Indonesian government for its tenyear environmental and social contribution activities on the Island of Java. In addition to the reforestation of the area serving as the water source for Jakarta,
the capitol city of Indonesia, this recognition acknowledges the contribution Daikin has made to solving social issues affecting the local community, including poverty and education.
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In 2008, Daikin partnered with Conservation International (hereinafter referred to as “CI�), an international nongovernmental organization, and started forest conservation activities at Gunung Gede Pangrango National Park on the Island of Java, Indonesia. Logging and the cultivation
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of farmland as a means for local residents to earn a living had been a cause of deforestation for this area with the underlying issue being the poverty faced by the residents. To conserve the forest in a sustainable manner, integrated support is essential, not only for planting trees, but also for improving environmental awareness among
local residents and establishing a local infrastructure. For this reason, Daikin, in cooperation with CI, has been promoting agroforestry* together with afforestation, while continuing to implement such measures as agricultural support to eliminate the dependency of local residents on logging for a livelihood, environmental educa-
tion for the local community, a crackdown on illegal logging and poaching, and consensus building and training for all of these. Furthermore, Daikin created facilities for a pico-hydro power generator that operates by water drawn from the forest to the village. Ten years have passed since
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the start of this initiative, and local residents are united in moving forward in forest conservation activities. This has led to 120,000 trees being planted to present along with the rejuvenation of approximately 300 hectares of forest. Based on the model for for-
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est conservation activity that began in Indonesia, Daikin has broadened activities since 2014 to seven global locations as “Forests for the Air� Project. In addition to Indonesia, the company has also been working to solve region-specific social issues through forest conservation in Brazil, China,
Cambodia, Liberia, and India through conservation of apas well as on the Shiretoko proximately 11 million hectares Peninsula in Japan. of forests worldwide by 2024 and the reduction of more than Through these activities, 7 million tons in CO2 emissions. Daikin will contribute to the achievement of sustainable development goals (SDGs)
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Reason for Daikin’s Involvement in Conservation Activities As Daikin conducts air conditioning business globally, we continue to provide healthy, comfortable air spaces while responding to the needs of each region. Not limiting ourselves to the interior spaces of buildings, we began forest conservation activities with the
desire to help people sustainably live healthy and comfortable lives on a global scale. Because forests function to keep the atmospheric temperature from rising by the water vapor provided from tree leaves and purify the atmosphere by photosynthesis and respiration, we
call them “nature’s air conditioner.” Through preservation of forests worldwide and the fostering of air, we intend to protect the global environment and contribute to local communities. We also continue committed to developing and promoting environmentally-conscious products and services in the future that include energy-saving air conditioners and refrigerants with low global warming potential (GWP). At the same time, we will work to curtail greenhouse gas emissions and solve social issues by activities such as forest conservation as we contribute to the global environment from both aspects of business activities and social contribution.
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Carrier Transicold’s New eSolutions™: the Next Level of Connected Refrigeration
Carrier Transicold Europe’s new eSolutions™ connectivity package is an advanced telematics tool designed to improve product visibility, manage operating costs and enhance operational efficiency throughout the cold chain. Carrier Transicold Europe is a part of UTC Climate, Controls & Security, a unit of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX).
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Carrier Transicold developed the new eSolutions software to intelligently monitor connected refrigeration systems from anywhere in the world, providing vital information for produc-
ers, drivers, transport managers and retailers on the products being transported and the vehicles transporting them.
“eSolutions is a major step forward for our connected refrigeration offering,�
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“eSolutions is a major step forward for our connected refrigeration offering,” said Bertrand Gueguen, president, Truck / Trailer International, Carrier Transicold. “It puts the power in our customers’ hands to monitor, track and operate their refrigeration units from any connected device in the world – plus we’ve incorporated an array of features that will deliver real-time value to their business.”
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Carrier Transicold developed the new eSolutions software to intelligently monitor connected refrigeration systems from anywhere in the world
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ccessible via desktop, smartphone or tablet, the new eSolutions software offers operators 24/7 access to a wealth of valuable data on their refrigeration systems, including: • remote temperature monitoring • two-way operational management and control capability • in-depth service and utilization reports • CO2 and emissions information, including • leak tests and noise footprint • geo-fencing • operational alarms The system also provides access to live service and maintenance schedules for each connected refrigeration unit, helping to aid fleet management procedures and ensure minimal disruption through vehicle downtime. There are three eSolutions service packages – Access, Premium and Expert – each providing differing levels of available data and functionality. The Access package supplies fleet managers with the relevant features for their business, including temperature monitoring, geolocalization, service and utilization reports, as well as generic carbon dioxide emissions reporting. The Premium package provides additional access to functions relating to service and
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regulation, while Expert, the top analyze all cold chain data. tier package, offers operators the ability to customize the platform entirely to their specific operational requirements, with features like predictive maintenance and special support services included to help improve performance. Each package is fully accessible through a standard web browser and includes the installation of the box embedded into the refrigeration unit to collect, share and
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Samsung Shows Its Commitment to Going Green by Building Handmade Eco Trails in Taiwan
The two-year Hehuan North Peak Trail Adoption Program aims to protect Taiwan’s alpine environment through natural rehabilitation methods and the use of local materials In 2016, Samsung Electronics’ “UP TO 3742- Top of the Ridge” exhibition used Samsung Galaxy mobile devices to capture the stunning beauty of Taiwanese mountain ridges and to present them to gallery visitors. In 2018, Samsung Taiwan has continued to honor its commitment to the protecting the environment by enlisting corporate volunteers to combat
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erosion at Hehuan North Peak. Volunteers each carried 1kg of rock and soil to repair paths by hand, creating eco trails and raising awareness of environmental sustainability. Samsung Electronics Taiwan has also officially launched a twoyear maintenance program for mountain trails in the Hehuan North Peak area.
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“Samsung Electronics Taiwan is committed to environmental conservation in Taiwan and giving back to society through community engagement,” said Randy Lee, Head of Innovation Group, Samsung Electronics Taiwan. “The adoption program went through nearly a year of internal plan-
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ning and preparations before we began negotiations with the Taroko National Park Management Office. In mid-July, the first Samsung volunteers went to Hehuan North Peak to repair the eco trails by hand and thereby make a small contribution to environmental conservation in Taiwan.”
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Samsung Taiwan Joins Forces with Taroko National Park to Help Maintain Its Wonderful Mountains and Forests Hehuan North Peak is ranked as one of Taiwan’s most beautiful mountains and is considered a “friendly” entry-level peak. The breathtaking scenery can be seen from winding mountain paths which pass through groves of arrow bamboo. Due to high tourist numbers, the canopy has sustained severe damage, resulting in serious erosion to the hiking trails.
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“On certain stretches of the Hehuan North Peak hiking trail the soil has become compacted and worn due to repeated trampling by hikers,” Mr. TengWen Chang, Deputy Superintendent, Taroko National Park Management Office, commented on the issue. “The added impact of rainwater erosion has led to the formation of numerous gullies, which has created a dire need for repairs, educa-
tion and management. Handmade eco trails represent an environmentally friendly solution. We are deeply grateful to Samsung Electronics for adopting the Hehuan North Peak in a pioneering move to promote environmental sustainability through concrete action.” Starting May 2018, Samsung Electronics Taiwan began to implement the twoyear “Hehuan North Peak Trail
Adoption Agreement” with the Taroko National Park Management Office. In addition to the joint promotion of environmental education activities, every two months Samsung Electronics Taiwan will send volunteers on a six-day visit to repair and maintain the hiking trails at Hehuan North Peak, clean the area around the “Little Valley” campsite, and inspect and report facility damage.
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Volunteers Make Valuable Contributions to the Repair of Hehuan Hiking Trails Each step of the trail takes roughly one hour to repair. Suitable stone and mud are collected locally and transported to the construction site on foot. The stone has to be chiseled and combined with mud to build edged paths that will help combat water damage and soil erosion, taking into account the direction of the slope to provide appropriate drainage for
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the repaired trail surface. As every aspect of the repair project is intricately connected, Samsung Electronics Taiwan’s employees underwent pre-trip training and complete altitude acclimatization, making sure they were effective in their volunteer activities. “The construction of a handmade eco trail requires great
physical effort,” said Wei-Hsiung Chan, culture researcher and hiking enthusiast. “Though these trails will not last forever, it is through our interactions with the mountains that we develop a respect and love for nature. We find ourselves less self-centered and humbled before Mother Nature.”
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INTERIOR & DESIGN MANILA 2019 EMBRACES RESILIENCE OF DESIGN
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he Philippine Institute of Interior Designers (PIID) in partnership with Global-Link Exhibitions Specialist, Inc. (GESI) will be holding the 4th edition of Interior & Design Manila (IDMNL) at the SMX Convention Center, Mall of Asia Complex on March 7 to 9, 2019. This year, the event will be held back-to-back with Philippines International Furniture Show (PIFS) making it a complete showcase for all design enthusiasts. Focusing more on what the country needs, the organizers of IDMNL 2019 will implement a new theme for this year: Resilience of Design: Future Spaces. According to Resilient Design Institute, resilient design is defined as the intentional design of buildings, landscapes, communities, and regions in order to respond to natural and manmade disasters and disturbances-as well as long-term changes resulting from climate change. “Each day is not just about the design we do for our clients, we also would like to make a difference in helping them live in a beautifully resilient home”, shared IDr. Gino Lim, Exhibit Chairman. “Resilient design should be given more emphasis not only from us designers, but politicians, engineers and city planners as well.” “Interior & Design Manila is the Philippines’ sole exhibit curated specifically to help our lo-
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For its 4th edition, the organizers of Interior & Design Manila decided to focus its theme to what our fellow countrymen needs the most - Resilience of Design: Future Spaces. “Each day is not just about the design we do for our clients, we also would like to make a difference in helping them live in a beautifully resilient home”, shared IDr. Gino Lim, Exhibit Chairman. The expo will run from March 7 to 9 at the SMX Convention Center, Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City. Interested visitors may register at www.gesi.com.ph/IDMNL to secure a free 1-day visitor pass. For more information, visit the event’s official Facebook page @IDMNL. cal interior designers be updated with the latest trends and updates in the industry including the implementation of resilient design,” stated Patrick Lawrence Tan, CEO of Global-Link. “That’s why we are very fortunate to work with PIID in putting together such a meaningful event which is sure to open up countless doors of opportunities for the growth of our country’s design industry.”
The 4th edition of Interior & Design Manila 2019 will feature a pavilion of never-before-seen concepts for the modern home arranged by selected members of the Philippine Institute of Interior Designers. The expo will run from March 7 to 9 at the SMX Convention Center, Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City. Interested visitors may register at www.gesi.com.ph/IDMNL to secure a free 1-day visitor pass. For more information, visit the event’s official Facebook page @IDMNL.
The exhibit is expected to show off a showcase of the latest trends from GRM Biowood Interiors Corp., Landlite Philippines Corp., La Casa Deco, Global Trend Building Materials Specialist, Big Pix Graphics Systems, FerCui Ventures Corp., Ashton Technologies Corp., CT-Eidiya Enterprise, Mobler Enterprises, Teresa Marble Corp., Woodcaretech Marketing Philippines, Yuyukorea.co.kr., CSI Philippines, LC5 and Mach Enter-
prises, Rich Graphix Brand, S2mit Corp., Timbermate – HMT Industries Corp., and a lot more. Selected members of the PIID will also be presenting never-before-seen concepts for the modern home and to complete the industry experience, the organizers will also bring in an international CPD convention and workshop with prominent design gurus flying in from around the globe where dele-
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gates can elevate their profession- gesi.com.ph/IDMNL or Facebook al portfolio and get CPD points. page @IDMNL. For more information about the CPD Convention and Workshop, visit the official website of PIID at www.piid.org.ph. For exhibit inquiries, contact Global-Link at (02) 893 -7973. You may also visit Interior & Design Manila’s official website www.
be the biggest event, but we assure you to deliver the best design-led trade event put together in the IDMNL 2019 is also supported country and no other event even by the Chamber of Furniture In- comes close.” added IDr. Lilia De dustries of the Philippines (CFIP), Jesus, National President of PIID. Cebu Furniture Industries Foundation (CFIF), Pampanga Furniture Industries Foundation (PFIF) and United Architects of the Philippines (UAP). “IDMNL may not
The 4th Interior & Design Manila will be featuring an international Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Convention and Workshop Space where world renowned speakers flying in from around the globe will share their expertise on the latest trends and issues in today’s design industry. The conference themed Resilience of Design: Future Spaces is expected to draw in hundreds of Interior Designers to the show. For the schedule, topics, fees and further info on the said conference, visit Philippine Institute of Interior Designer’s website at www.piid.org.ph. Interior & Design Manila will run from March 7 to 9 at the SMX Convention Center, Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City. For more information, visit the event’s official website at www.gesi.com.ph/IDMNL or Facebook page @IDMNL.
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