Raising the energy class and reducing heating costs? An achievable result thanks to HRV
Raising the energy class and reducing heating costs? An achievable result thanks to HRV
In the face of ever more frequent climatic fluctuations, combined with a constant increase in energy costs, a Heat Recovery Ventilation (HRV) system emerges as an effective ally in improving energy class, offering considerable economic benefits. This is thanks to a constant exchange of air at a controlled temperature, which eliminates the need to open windows, thus avoiding heat loss.
Savings are ensured on two fronts
- less gas consumption for heating
- less electricity to power air conditioners or heat pumps.
Moreover, HRV also ensures proper filtration of incoming air, resulting in significant health benefits for people.
HRV and energy efficiency: the tangible benefits
In order to reduce heat loss with a significant increase in indoor air quality, and to achieve energy class A, it is essential to equip your home with a heat recovery ventilation system. In this way, high efficiencies will be achieved at reduced energy costs.
There are several ways in which HRV can raise the energy class and reduce heating costs:
1. Heat recovery: the presence of heat exchangers allows heat to be recovered from the outgoing air to heat the incoming air, thus reducing the amount of energy needed to heat the rooms.
2. Humidity control: HRV helps maintain optimal humidity levels, preventing mould and condensation. Maintaining a healthy environment reduces the need for maintenance and repairs, resulting in savings.
3. Air quality control: by ensuring a constant and controlled air exchange, HRV reduces the need to open windows, thus avoiding heat loss and improving indoor air quality.
4.Thermal comfort: the HRV ensures an even distribution of indoor temperature, improving living comfort and reducing the need for additional heating.
5. Use of renewable energy sources: by integrating HRV with renewable energy heating systems (such as heat pumps or solar panels), energy consumption can be further optimised and costs reduced.
Low-energy housing: a priority for the future
The need for low-energy and energy-efficient dwellings will increasingly be a priority in the near future.
With the entry into force of the European Union's Energy Performance of Building Directive (EPBD), the EU is aiming to achieve zero emissions by 2050, through the redevelopment of Europe's building stock and the improvement of energy efficiency. Specifically, the most polluting residential buildings will have to reduce their average energy consumption by 16% by 2030. This will rise to 20-22% by 2035.
The complete FITT Agix® system provides a variety of solutions that, with the primary objective of guaranteeing healthy air and thus the well-being of people, prove to be a strategic choice for energy efficiency.
