Sustainable Roofs & Adiabatic Pre-Cooling
Innovations for Retail, Supermarkets and Industry
Why Focus on the Roof?
The roof is the largest and often underused energy buffer of any building. Up to 30% of total energy consumption in stores and industrial facilities is used for cooling and HVAC systems. Due to the rising urban heat island effect, roofs and condensers heat up faster, causing higher peak loads and accelerated wear.
With 2030 sustainability goals in sight (–32% scope 2 emissions according to Science Based Targets), adiabatic roof cooling offers a direct and measurable solution. At the same time, green and productive roofs such as rooftop farming are becoming increasingly popular — perfectly compatible with Tecnocooling’s technology.
The Challenge on Hot Summer Days
As outdoor temperatures rise, HVAC cooling capacity can drop by 14–15%, while compressor power consumption increases by up to 30%. When condenser inlet air exceeds 40 °C, systems operate inefficiently, leading to higher energy costs, more CO₂ emissions, and reduced comfort.
The Solution: Tecnocooling™ Adiabatic Fogging
Our patented adiabatic fogging technology atomizes ultra-fine water droplets (≈10 µm) in front of the condenser. The micro-mist evaporates instantly, reducing inlet air temperature by up to 12 °C.
- Up to 30% higher energy efficiency for existing HVAC units
- Plug-and-play retrofit – no additional back pressure or structural modification required
- Fully automatic and low maintenance
How It Works
- A high-pressure pump (70 bar) generates an ultra-fine mist in front of the condenser.
- The mist evaporates and extracts heat from the air — this is adiabatic cooling.
- The reduced condensing temperature lowers compressor workload and increases system efficiency.
Temperature reduction: 6–12 °C | Efficiency gain (COP): +14–30%
💧 Water consumption: less than 0.5 L/h per kW of removed heat.
Independent Study Results
- Yu & Chan (2011): 18% electricity savings in hotel chillers
- Yang et al. (2012): 18.6% COP improvement with 9.4 K air cooling
- Tissot et al. (2011): 10 °C air temperature reduction with 25–50 µm droplets
- Calli & Hepbasli (2009): 13.5% EER improvement in textile factory
European Quality – 100% Tested
- Two factories in Italy – full EU production, ISO 9001 certified
- In-house stainless steel nozzle manufacturing
- Every pump pressure-tested up to 200 bar before shipment
Measurable Benefits for Retail and Industry
| Feature | Average Value per Store / Facility |
|---|---|
| Annual Energy Savings | 15–25 MWh |
| CO₂ Reduction (NL grid) | 6–10 t per year |
| Water Consumption | < 20 m³ per year |
| Simple Payback | < 2 years |
| Extended Roof Lifespan | + 5 years due to lower thermal stress |
Contact
Reijnders – Tecnocooling
📞 +31 (+31)85 27 33 970
📧 info@tecnocooling.nl
Tecnocooling Netherlands helps companies make their HVAC systems more sustainable using advanced water-based technology. Discover how adiabatic pre-cooling can significantly reduce your energy consumption, operating costs, and CO₂ emissions.