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Innovation Community on Affordable Heating and Cooling of Buildings

Advancing low-cost, low-carbon building heating and cooling through global collaborations requires concerted efforts across various fronts. Research and development initiatives are key, fostering innovation in HVAC technologies that are both affordable and energy efficient. Policy support and advocacy play a crucial role in promoting the adoption of low-carbon HVAC solutions by advocating for supportive policies and regulations. Technology demonstration projects are instrumental in showcasing the feasibility and effectiveness of low-cost HVAC technologies in real-world building applications. Capacity building and training programs are essential for educating professionals in the building sector on the benefits and implementation of low-carbon HVAC systems. Market transformation strategies, including incentivizing investment and market uptake, are necessary to accelerate the adoption of low-carbon HVAC technologies.

India's Technology Interventions

Indigenous Process development for new generation refrigerants Subcategory (under Clean Energy): Cross Cutting Technology Readiness Level (TRL): TRL 4 - Early prototype Technology Outline (Process Description)HFO-1234yf is a new class refrigerant, which is used in automotive and domestic air-conditioning systems. It has low global warming potential (GWP = 4), short ...
Technology of alkali-activated low carbon bricks using construction and demolition waste Subcategory (under Clean Energy): Cross Cutting Technology Readiness Level (TRL): TRL 4 - Early prototype Technology Outline (Process Description)The country produces 40 – 50 million tonnes of construction and demolition waste (CDW). Currently CDW mainly goes into landfills. The ...
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