Case Study

Healthcare Services Leader

How Encycle helped a leading healthcare services provider earn utility incentives and save $2,400 on annual energy spend by deploying smart thermostats at two medical clinic locations.

Results Achieved

23 MWh

in annual electric consumption savings

$2,400

in annual energy cost savings

28%

annual electric consumption reduction

18%

annual peak demand reduction

16mt

of carbon emissions avoided annually

+ Also we secured utility incentives through smart thermostat deployment.

Who we helped

Two North Carolina Medical Clinics

This prominent healthcare leader offers a wide range of primary and specialty care services at medical clinics throughout North Carolina. They are recognized for their patient-centered care and commitment to leveraging cutting-edge medical technology.

With a strong focus on providing exceptional care while prioritizing the well-being of their patients and staff, the client sought an energy optimization solution that aligned with their values and operational needs. Maintaining optimal indoor temperatures for patient comfort while ensuring energy efficiency created a significant challenge that required a sophisticated solution. Encycle’s Swarm Logic® cloud-based technology was deployed at two of their healthcare facilities and became a well-matched solution for their challenge.

The first clinic is a multi-level building with 7 rooftop units for various spaces, including reception, walk-in clinic, primary healthcare service rooms, offices, and waiting areas. The second facility has 5 rooftop units and offers wellness program services, such as dietary, respiratory, and mental health counseling.

The Challenge

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Consistent indoor comfort in variable climates

Needed to optimize HVAC operations while maintaining
precise temperature control to ensure that patients and
staff experienced consistent comfort levels throughout
facilities regardless of outdoor climate.

Affordable, eco-friendly HVAC solutions

Seeking a low cost, easy deployment solution aligned
with their mission of providing high-quality care, while
minimizing environmental impact and reducing energy
spend.

Proactive maintenance without capital investment

Wanted the ability to anticipate, prioritize, and budget
for maintenance activities without having to allocate
capital for complex and expensive new systems.

Encycle's Swarm Logic Solution

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Seamless and affordable deployment

Swarm Logic technology was deployed at two medical clinics through integration with smart thermostats. The healthcare customer's utility provider worked in parallel with Encycle to assure proper installation of new thermostats for quick and seamless deployment. The customer also qualified for financial incentives offered through utility programs for implementation of the intelligent energy-optimizing solution, making for a low cost deployment.

Achievements

Swarm Logic Results

The deployment of Swarm Logic through smart thermostats resulted in a significant annual energy consumption savings and peak demand reduction for this leading healthcare services provider, leading to cost savings and improved operational efficiency.

By leveraging advanced algorithms to dynamically optimize heating and cooling operations based on real-time data and changing conditions, the software autonomously maintained indoor temperatures within a narrow threshold for heating and cooling setpoints, ensuring optimal comfort for patients and staff.

Despite extreme outdoor temperature fluctuations, Swarm Logic successfully reduced energy consumption without compromising occupant comfort, demonstrating its effectiveness in balancing energy efficiency and comfort.

The collaboration between this healthcare customer and Encycle exemplifies the successful integration of energy-optimizing HVAC software to achieve substantial energy savings, enhance occupant comfort, and support sustainability goals. By prioritizing patient well-being and operational efficiency, the healthcare provider has set a benchmark for leveraging innovative technology to drive positive outcomes in medical facility management.