1/1/2021

Apex Heat Helps You Make Smart Energy Renovation Decisions

Apex Heat was founded in 2021 to help building owners find cost-effective and feasible energy renovation solutions. We provide clear information and analysis so that owners can understand what measures can and should be taken in their buildings, and how these actions will impact costs and energy savings.

Why Was Apex Heat Founded?

Buildings account for about 30% of global CO2 emissions. At the same time, the continuous rise in energy costs creates pressure on everyday life, as energy can constitute up to half of the ongoing costs of housing and a significant portion of an individual’s carbon footprint.

In Europe alone, there are up to 100 million buildings that would require energy improvements to meet net-zero targets. At Apex Heat, we believe that existing technologies are sufficient to meet this challenge. However, building owners often lack the knowledge and understanding of what renovations are possible and economically viable for their properties. We aim to solve this information gap.

Information for Property Owners to Support Decision-Making

At the core of Apex Heat is an advanced algorithm that creates an initial assessment of a building’s energy consumption based on its basic information. Users can refine their data, and we provide a clear view of what renovations should be considered, along with an evaluation of their cost-effectiveness.

We utilize a wide range of open databases, current prices, and other relevant data, combined with advanced calculation methods, to accurately assess how different measures will affect energy consumption and costs.

Read more: how our algorithm works

For detached houses, the next step is often to request a quote from reliable contractors in the area. Contractors ensure that the system sizing and technical specifications meet the needs of the home.

For apartment buildings and commercial properties, it may be necessary to request multiple quotes, and sometimes additional assistance is needed for project management and comparisons – but this is not always required.

Apex Heat helps

Improving Energy Efficiency

Improving energy efficiency reduces the amount of heat required. This can be achieved by upgrading windows, adding insulation, or updating the roof, floor, and walls. These investments often pay for themselves in savings, especially when combined with heating system upgrades. In some cases, it may be more cost-effective to wait until the end of a structure’s lifecycle before making updates.

Modernizing the Heating System

The most significant and impactful measure for many buildings is replacing the main heating system with a more energy-efficient option, such as geothermal energy, air-to-water heat pumps, or heat recovery systems. For example, switching from district heating, electric, or oil heating to a heat pump system can result in 50-70% annual savings on heating costs and reduce emissions by up to 90%.

Read more about ground source heating systems or air-to-water heat pumps

The Benefits of Solar Power Systems

With a solar power system, a building can generate some of its own electricity, reducing the electricity bill. It’s important to size the system so that a significant portion of the generated electricity can be used directly by the building. Solar energy is particularly effective when paired with heat pumps, as the production and consumption peaks often align.