ISH points the way to net zero buildings

Solutions for a sustainable future were the key focus at ISH 2023. Over five days, everything at ISH revolved around innovations that paid tribute to the achievement of climate-protection goals, and enabled the responsible and efficient use of available resources.

Tangible solutions for achieving climate protection goals in the building sector were to the fore at the exhibition. The sanitary, heating and air-conditioning technology industries pointed the way firmly to a more sustainable future with decarbonisation, the use of renewable energies and greater energy efficiency the order of the day.

The only challenge for visitors –and there were many from Ireland – was negotiating a productive route through the 2,025 exhibitors from 54 countries who occupied the entire Frankfurt exhibition grounds.

On display were the latest developments for the heating market; air-conditioning and ventilation technology; intelligent home and building automation; modern and sustainable bathroom designs; and innovative installation technology. As an important component of the energy transition, heat pumps, wood as an energy source, and alternative forms of energy storage, were of particular importance.

Further topics of interest were the shortage of skilled engineers