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With thermal energy storage, buildings use cheaper and often cleaner off-peak electricity at night to chill or freeze water, then use that stored thermal energy during the day for cooling. In 2005, Ice Energy introduced its Ice Bear 50, becoming the first company to offer thermal energy storage for medium-sized commercial facilities using unitary, refrigerant-based air conditioners.
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In development since then, the Ice Bear 30 is now available from Ice Energy, while the Ice Bear 50 will no longer be offered. The Ice Bear 30 is smaller and is easier to install on medium-size commercial facilities and large homes, according to Alanna Gino, a spokesperson for the company.
The Ice Bear 30 is compatible with conventional 3–10 ton rooftop and split systems and 3–5 ton mini-splits, and multiple units can be connected for larger systems. The company offers a variety of systems for new construction as well as retrofits of existing systems. More information is at www.ice-energy.com.
This article was produced by BuildingGreen, LLC.- www.buildinggreen.com
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