Background Information
Client Overview
Liniform is a light industrial commercial laundry company in Barberton, Ohio. With a strong commitment to sustainability, the company prioritizes energy resilience, reducing operational costs, and employee wellness.
Project Overview
In 2023, Emerald Built Environments performed an energy audit, assessed Scope 1 and 2 emissions tracking, and offered engineering assessments. The goal: Reduce Liniform’s environmental footprint, improve building efficiency, and increase employee comfort.
Challenges
KEY CHALLENGE
Client's Goals
Strategies Recommended
Emerald Built Environments identified a range of strategies tailored to the facility’s needs, with a focus on reducing emissions, improving energy efficiency, and enhancing operational control.
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Solar Energy Options
Install roof-mounted and field solar arrays to offset 100% of electricity use. With tax credits, achieve full payback in 8 years.
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Heat Recovery System(Flue Stack Economizer)
A flue stack economizer to capture waste heat and pre-heat water, offering a 5-year payback.
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Ultrasonic Leak Detection
Identify and repair leaks in compressed air and steam systems for immediate, low-cost results.
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Building Automation and Sub-Metering
Implement systems to monitor energy use across key equipment and identify savings opportunities.
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Staging Boiler for Off-Shift Operation
Use a smaller, efficient boiler during low-demand periods to reduce unnecessary energy use.
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VRF Heat Pump System
Convert office space heating from gas-fired furnaces to a new VRF (Variable Refrigerant Flow) heat pump system, providing a more energyefficient solution and reducing the facility’s carbon footprint.
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Air Conditioning and Ventilation Upgrades
Update and modify the air conditioning and ventilation system. This would address employee comfort with initial low-cost options while planning for long-term capital improvements.
Outcomes
Results Achieved
Through collaboration with the client, Emerald Built Environments provided Liniform with a detailed understanding of the costs, payback periods, and benefits of each recommendation. The strategies were aligned with both short-term needs and long-term sustainability goals, giving Liniform the flexibility to implement changes at their own pace
Impact on Client's Operations
Liniform now has clear strategies to reduce energy use, cut costs, and prepare for future upgrades, enhancing employee comfort and operational efficiency.
Environmental Benefits
Liniform now has a roadmap for reducing its reliance on natural gas and grid-supplied electricity, improving building efficiency, and enhancing workplace conditions. The recommended strategies not only decrease emissions but also ensure long-term sustainability and resilience.
CONCLUSION
Through a comprehensive energy audit and tailored recommendations, Emerald Built Environments equipped Liniform with actionable strategies like solar energy integration, heat recovery, and building automation. These solutions address immediate challenges, position Liniform for long-term success, and align with evolving sustainability goals.