Kendra Energy Solutions - Building a better planet: how BEMS engineering makes a difference

We know the Earth’s carbon footprint needs to be reduced. It’s how to go about it that can feel daunting. That’s where scientists and engineers come in. Engineers have taken huge strides towards creating a more sustainable future. And often, you don’t need to look far to see progress in action.

Our building energy management system (BEMS) engineers are a great example of this. In their day-to-day roles, BEMS engineers maximise the efficiency, comfort and green credentials of buildings. And because the built environment accounts for a whopping 40% of the Earth’s carbon emissions (and 25% of the UK’s carbon emissions) their work really does contribute to combatting climate change.

With that in mind, let’s explore the ways in which BEMS engineers are shaping the built environment.

Boosting energy efficiency

To help building operators hit their net zero targets, BEMS engineers drastically improve the performance of a building’s HVAC plant. In doing so, they maximise the building’s energy efficiency, which is the first crucial step to a net zero building.

By identifying, adjusting, repairing and avoiding inefficiencies, BEMS engineers make unnecessary energy wastage a thing of the past.

Integrating renewable energy sources

Needless to say, renewable energy is where we’re headed – and from a technical standpoint, BEMS engineers will play a key role in bringing this about. By integrating renewable energy sources into the BEMS (e.g. solar and wind turbines), engineers will reduce dependency on traditional, less sustainable sources.

Harnessing smart technologies

Today’s energy management systems and associated technologies are truly smart. Energy gurus around the world have brought advanced analytics and intelligent algorithms to a whole new level.

Today’s smart systems pinpoint operational inefficiencies immediately or predict them in advance, offering effective solutions. Plant performance is trackable and building operators have more visibility and control of their indoor environments than ever before.

Targeted maintenance

By introducing a targeted approach to maintenance, BEMS engineers have prolonged the lifespan of plant equipment and reduced the need for resource-intensive repairs and replacements. Meaning future buildings will run more effectively and be largely ‘self-sufficient’.

Prioritised wellbeing

BEMS engineers not only make buildings better for the environment, but for the people who spend time inside those spaces.

By monitoring and/or controlling indoor environments, BEMS engineers prioritise an important piece of the puzzle: occupant wellbeing. Optimal lighting, temperature and humidity control make buildings comfortable for occupants. While smart air quality sensors monitor how healthy indoor environments are, keeping people safe and productive.

Final thoughts

Through their work, BEMS engineers help create a more sustainable future. By boosting energy efficiency, advancing technologies, integrating renewable energy and prioritising wellbeing, they’re changing the built environment for the better. Paving the way for autonomous smart buildings of the future. Which will positively impact people and the planet.