Innovative IoT for Sustainable Building Management in Asia
The building sector faces significant sustainability challenges, especially with increasing urbanization and rising energy demands. Buildings are responsible for approximately 40% of global energy consumption and 33% of greenhouse gas emissions, making it crucial to find solutions that improve operational efficiency and reduce waste. Traditional building management systems often fail to provide the real-time insights needed to address these issues efficiently. Moreover, maintenance in buildings tends to be reactive, which leads to inefficiencies and increased costs.
However, the integration of advanced technology, especially Internet of Things (IoT) solutions, is transforming how buildings are managed. At the forefront of this innovation is UnaBiz, which, alongside its partner Milesight, has launched a suite of IoT solutions targeting smart buildings. These solutions, introduced at BEX Asia 2024, focus on energy monitoring, occupancy management, and maintenance optimization, tackling key sustainability issues.
One of the key technologies in this initiative is UnaBiz’s 3-in-1 Fan Coil Unit (FCU) monitoring solution, which leverages real-time data to optimize maintenance and reduce costs. This system tracks filter cleanliness, cooling efficiency, and potential leaks, enabling building managers to make informed decisions, thus enhancing both energy efficiency and occupant comfort. Another solution is Milesight’s energy monitoring system, which provides a wireless, non-invasive method for measuring energy consumption, cutting down on installation costs and improving sustainability reporting. The occupancy monitoring solution by Milesight uses AI algorithms to provide accurate space utilization data, which allows better resource allocation and energy savings.
These IoT-driven innovations help building managers significantly reduce operational and maintenance costs while promoting more sustainable and efficient buildings, aligning with Singapore’s vision of creating a greener urban environment. Through wireless connectivity and advanced sensors, these solutions are easy to adopt, making them a valuable asset in addressing the pressing sustainability needs of modern cities..
Source: IoT Business News
Technologies Used:
- Internet of Things (IoT): Central to enabling real-time monitoring of building systems (air filters, energy consumption, and occupancy).
- AI Algorithms: Used in occupancy monitoring to provide precise insights into space utilization
Companies Involved:
- UnaBiz: Lead integrator and service provider of the IoT solutions, facilitating the technology and managing the implementation in smart buildings.
- Milesight: Strategic partner providing the technology for energy and occupancy monitoring, contributing to energy efficiency and space optimization.
SDGs Impacted:
- SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy): The energy monitoring solution helps reduce energy consumption and improves efficiency, directly supporting this goal.
- SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure): By integrating innovative IoT solutions, the initiative promotes sustainable industrialization and infrastructure innovation.
- SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities): The initiative supports more sustainable urban environments by optimizing resource use in buildings.
Geographic Focus: Singapore
Industry Focus: Construction, Utilities
Sustainability Focus:
- Energy Efficiency: The energy monitoring systems help buildings reduce energy wastage and optimize consumption, addressing carbon emissions and operational costs.
- Resource Management: Through occupancy monitoring and maintenance optimization, these solutions improve resource allocation, supporting sustainable infrastructure.
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