The startup develops a sensor and building management system that integrates data from third-party occupancy sensors with existing HVAC controls to enable real-time adjustments based on actual occupancy levels. This technology reduces energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions by optimizing ventilation in commercial offices, municipalities, and large retail facilities.
Funding
$2.1M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
Many commercial and institutional buildings operate HVAC systems based on static schedules or design assumptions, leading to significant energy waste and increased greenhouse gas emissions. Legacy systems often lack the ability to adjust ventilation in real-time based on actual occupancy, resulting in inefficient energy consumption and unnecessary wear on HVAC equipment.
Solution
Feedback Solutions provides an occupancy intelligence platform that optimizes HVAC systems in real-time based on actual building usage. The system uses a network of people-counting sensors to accurately monitor occupancy levels within defined zones. This data is then integrated with existing Building Management Systems (BMS) via BACnet/IP, cloud platform, or DDC controllers, enabling dynamic adjustments to ventilation rates. By precisely matching ventilation to demand, the solution reduces energy consumption, lowers GHG emissions, extends equipment lifespan, and ensures compliance with ASHRAE ventilation guidelines while maintaining optimal indoor air quality.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes facility owners and operators in commercial offices, higher education institutions, retail spaces, and municipalities seeking to reduce energy consumption, lower operating costs, and meet sustainability goals.
Features
- Real-time occupant counting using a combination of sensor technologies, including time-of-flight, stereoscopic, and radar-based sensors, selected based on site conditions
- Patented technology platform that accurately calculates occupant counts, even in areas with multiple entrances and exits
- Seamless integration with existing BMS via BACnet/IP, cloud platform, or DDC controllers
- Dynamic adjustment of fan speeds and damper positions based on real-time occupancy data
- Compliance with GDPR and other privacy regulations; sensors do not collect or store personal data
- Up to 40% reduction in HVAC-related energy consumption
- Customized reporting and analytics on space utilization patterns
- Options for on-premise or cloud-based data aggregation and connectivity
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