Green building certifications are increasingly required for new developments, and kitchens are among the most energy-intensive spaces. ESP contributes to multiple certification credits through energy savings and indoor environmental quality benefits.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| LEED v4.1 Credits | EA Optimize Energy Performance (make-up air reduction); EQ Enhanced IAQ Strategies (kitchen IAQ plan with ESP); EQ Thermal Comfort (recirculated treated air); IN Innovation (ductless ESP as innovative kitchen ventilation) |
| BREEAM Credits | Ene 01 energy/carbon reduction; Hea 02 indoor air quality; Pol 01 reduced refrigerant (smaller chillers); Wst 01 construction waste (eliminated ductwork) |
| Energy Savings Documentation | Ductless ESP reduces make-up air 60-80%; Make-up air conditioning: 15-25 kWh/sqm/year; ESP energy: 2-5 kWh/sqm/year; Net saving: 10-20 kWh/sqm/year |
| Documentation Package | Energy model before/after; IAQ monitoring data; Maintenance plan; Manufacturer product data; Commissioning report |
Application Scenarios
- LEED Gold restaurant (Vancouver): Used Souniny ductless ESP for 22% energy reduction vs ASHRAE 90.1, kitchen IAQ plan with PM2.5 logging, and innovation credit. LEED reviewer praised submission as well-documented and innovative.
- BREEAM Excellent hotel (London): Documented 18% regulated energy reduction, kitchen IAQ plan, and 2 tonnes ductwork eliminated (embodied carbon + construction waste). BREEAM assessor noted ventilation as unusually well-integrated with building sustainability.
- Green Star retail (Sydney): Shopping center food court ESP contributed 8% total HVAC energy reduction. Documented energy savings, improved IEQ, and reduced maintenance waste stream.
- Sustainability-linked loan: Restaurant group with sustainability-linked loan documented Souniny ESP energy savings contributing 15% of energy target. Lender technical advisor accepted savings methodology for interest rate maintenance.
