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Commercial HVAC

Making the switch to electric commercial HVAC systems can be a good business decision. It’s the right choice for carbon footprint reduction and alignment with evolving regulatory trends.

Significant Emissions Reductions

Reduce your CO2 and methane gas emissions.

Healthier Indoor Environments

Reduce NOx, CO, formaldehyde and particulates.

Keep Pace with Building Legislation

Address current, pending and potential legislative actions.



Cutting Emissions for the Long View

Potential projected Total CO2 emissions reductions by 2030:

174 mTons

Hybrid Electric/Gas

384 mTons

All Electric

Electric HVAC Equipment Benefits

  • Substantial efficiency gains over electrical resistance heat or gas forced air
  • Best suited for smaller systems; auxiliary heat source may be required during extreme cold
  • Allows independent control over building zones
  • Substantial efficiency gains over electrical resistance heat or gas forced air
  • Auxiliary heat source may be required during extreme cold
  • Can heat and cool multiple zones simultaneously
  • Compact, no ducting required
  • Large-scale, high-capacity performance
  • Auxiliary heat source may be required during extreme cold
  • Air handling units (AHUs)
  • Used to cool the air in commercial HVAC
  • Independent zone cooling
  • Inexpensive, ideal for heating or cooling small or remote spaces
  • Commonly used in apartments, hotels, residential spaces
  • Outside condenser, inside air handler
  • The most energy-efficient technology for HVAC and water heating
  • Lowest operating cost
  • Higher initial cost, requires green space
  • 140-230 tons cooling, up to 2500 MbH (2.5 million BTU/hr) heating
  • No boiler
  • No direct carbon emissions

Incentives and Tax Credits

There are a variety of Ameren Missouri efficiency incentives and federal tax credits that may be available to help off-set costs to get started on going electric. Consult your tax advisor for clear direction.

Start the Conversation

Get going on reducing your carbon footprint today.

Electric Vehicle Options

While you’re thinking about the shift to electric, EV charging can make your business a destination for EV drivers. Visit our Electric Vehicles page to learn about the variety of electric vehicles, and how you can save up to 50% off the cost of charging equipment and installation.

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