Cutting costs is a constant concern for entrepreneurs. That’s why they are always looking for economical and efficient alternatives to increase their companies’ competitiveness.
One of the solutions that is gaining the most ground in supermarkets, warehouses, distribution centers and industrial environments is natural ventilation. After all, it is one of the most viable ways of reducing electricity consumption, offering significant results in this regard. Not to mention all the other advantages this solution also offers.
But what exactly is natural ventilation and how can it reduce electricity use? You’ll find out below.
In a nutshell, natural ventilation refers to an air conditioning system that uses natural air to ventilate internal environments. Created using advanced technology, this system guarantees thermal comfort, fresh air and increases employees’ quality of life.
You surely already know that air conditioning with electricity is expensive. Just look at your company and your bills. How much of what you spend today could be saved and reinvested if you didn’t need fans and air conditioners? Natural ventilation makes this dream a reality, as rooms can operate with zero energy costs in terms of temperature.
But how does this happen? Natural ventilation ensures a constant exchange of air inside the room by exhausting heat. This means that the internal temperature is always maintained, guaranteeing thermal comfort for customers and employees. Once the temperature is under control, the use of air conditioning units is unnecessary. This is why natural ventilation can drastically reduce electricity costs.
In other words, natural ventilation:
But you may be thinking: the cost of installing the solution is not being taken into account. The truth is that the amount invested is quickly recovered. And after this period, the company’s fixed bills are drastically reduced, making your business even more competitive. Not to mention that natural ventilation requires no maintenance and offers several other advantages for the company.
As we said earlier, reducing costs is not the only advantage that natural ventilation offers. In addition, there are other benefits for both the company and its employees. Learn about some of them below.
By reducing the company’s electricity consumption, natural ventilation is a highly sustainable solution. And we’re not just talking about the economic aspect. As well as spending less on the electricity bill, natural ventilation also contributes to the environment.
After all, it guarantees energy efficiency, which basically refers to the conscious use of energy and the preference for alternative sources. In this way, dependence on a single energy source is eliminated or at least reduced.
What you may not yet know is that being a sustainable company has its advantages. In addition to obviously contributing to the preservation of nature, you can also take a stand in favor of environmentally-oriented causes:
Did you know that natural ventilation also contributes to the health, well-being and safety of employees and customers? This is possible for two reasons: thermal comfort and hygienic ventilation.
The thermal comfort provided by natural ventilation guarantees other advantages that are not always noticed or appreciated. The truth is that, by avoiding the intense heat that is common due to Brazil’s high temperatures, this solution prevents employees from suffering from headaches, tiredness and dehydration, common problems in very hot places.
On the other hand, hygienic ventilation happens because natural ventilation ensures that there is a continuous air current in the room. The result is fresh air that is free from contamination, preventing respiratory diseases, for example.
In addition to all the advantages mentioned above, natural ventilation can often be combined with natural lighting. But how does it work?
In the same way that natural ventilation uses the wind, natural lighting uses sunlight strategically to keep the room illuminated. This way, all the benefits of natural ventilation are maximized. Not to mention that the room will still have efficient, uniform and strategic lighting throughout the day.
We’ve just shown you that natural ventilation is a sustainable solution in the medium and long term, which reduces the company’s environmental impact, is financially advantageous and also offers various benefits for the company’s employees. And if you’re interested in the subject and want to find out even more, download our Official Guide Engepoli on Natural Ventilation here.
