The New Standard: R-Zero

Exciting news! R-Zero has announced its acquisition of SecureAire, bringing industry-leading, electrically-enhanced HVAC filtration technology into its decarbonization portfolio. With this acquisition, R-Zero strengthens its commitment to energy efficiency and superior indoor air quality. Why HVAC Filtration Matters for Energy Efficiency Traditional HVAC filtration systems, particularly those with a MERV 13 rating or higher, often […]

Using live occupancy sensor data to monitor, measure, and exact control over building HVAC systems in real-time, while also optimizing energy performance and occupant comfort is on the rise as a method to improve energy efficiency in commercial buildings.  By implementing occupant-count demand control ventilation (ODCV), organizations can identify opportunities to optimize ventilation across crowded […]

Over the last few years, access to clean indoor air has become essential for people that work inside of buildings like offices, hospitals, and schools. This has prompted organizations like ASHRAE and the CDC to introduce clean air targets to improve indoor health and comfort in buildings and encourage increased air ventilation, filtration, and use […]

Research firm Verdantix recently published a study surveying 353 global decision-makers, across 38 countries, on the key trends shaping their corporate climate change strategies in 2024. Currently, net zero targets cover a majority (92%) of global GDP. According to the study, prioritizing compliance, seeking competitive advantage, and aligning with stakeholder requirements are the top three […]

We are proud to celebrate Earth Day, today and everyday, in our mission of preparing today’s buildings to meet tomorrow’s challenges.  Historically, achieving a balance between building user comfort and experience resulted in increased energy consumption and cost, presenting a significant trade-off for building owners and operators aiming for efficiency and sustainability. R-Zero solutions remove […]

Q&A with R-Zero’s Matt Arneson In honor of Earth Month, we sat down with our in-house expert in energy efficiency, Matt Arneson, to learn more about how customers can drive sustainable outcomes across their buildings. Climate disclosure regulations, both domestic and international, seem to be in the news every week. Are building developers, owners, and […]

Commercial companies know the importance of data; data insights allow them to optimize and adjust resources in order to achieve their long-term goals. That’s why savvy commercial companies seek out data about their employees’ workspace usage, in order to optimize their spaces for employee satisfaction and performance. R-Zero’s WorkPoint Sensors and WorkSpace Counters are developed […]

Overview of Sick Building Syndrome Sick Building Syndrome (SBS) is the term used describe a condition where occupants of a building experience a range of symptoms, with no clear identifiable cause.  These symptoms typically occur when spending time within an affected building, and typically improve upon leaving. Sick Building Syndrome shouldn’t be confused with Building […]

Before the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, San Francisco was arguably the coworking capital of the U.S. In 2018, the city had more coworking spaces per capita than any other major city in the country. In San Francisco’s ecosystem of tech startups, entrepreneurs and creatives, coworking spaces have in recent years served as a preferred […]