What if your building could act like a battery—and get paid for it?

In this episode of Cool Air, Hot Takes, hosts Charlie Jelen and Dan Gentry talk with Adam Scarsella, Director of Sales at Voltus, about how demand response and virtual power plants are transforming energy use. From chillers to controls, they break down how smart buildings are shedding loads, shifting demand, and supporting the grid—all while creating new revenue opportunities.

There’s also: 

  • HVAC Headlines: Europe plans massive offshore & “energy islands” to connect wind power to mainland grids, and Australian researchers discover that air conditioners could be a useful tool in solving crime—yes, HVAC meets CSI
  • The Business Case for Demand Response: From data centers to hospitals, how flexible loads are generating revenue and strengthening the grid.
  • Stat of the Day: A new report shows in-office work is back in a big way—can you guess which industries have seen the biggest increase?
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