| Submission Entry: | 1.) Digitalisation and inverterisation represent two relatively recent developments, amongst others (you are at liberty to invoke as many such relevant developments as you wish). As a manufacturer or supplier of HVACR equipment, what is the true measure of impact of such developments on such aspirations/outcomes as better energy efficiency, lower Total Cost of Ownership, better Indoor Environmental Quality IEQ), fire safety, reliability, data centre integrity, robust process cooling or stronger cold chain? (You may choose one, two or more aspirations/outcomes in writing your answer, as is/are relevant to the nature of products you manufacture or supply.) (63)Answer: Climate change is driving the world’s migration from high global warming potential (GWP) refrigerants to alternatives that have much less impact on the environment. The most promising options are ultra-low GWP hydrofluoroolefin (HFO) refrigerants, which reduce carbon emissions by as much as 99.9% compared to legacy hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs). HFOs also have zero ozone-depleting potential and a short atmospheric life, which further reduces their environmental footprint.
System manufacturers and users need to adopt low GWP alternatives that perform as well as legacy refrigerants, offer low lifecycle cost through reduced system maintenance needs and superior energy efficiencies, and are safe to use and handle.
HFO refrigerants are ready now to replace the high-GWP products currently still widely used in building HVAC systems, supermarket freezers and refrigerators, vehicle air conditioners and other applications.
Already embraced as a better path forward by many leading manufacturers of air conditioning and refrigeration equipment, HFOs help users lower their carbon footprint and improve energy efficiency without sacrificing end-product performance. Compared to other lower-GWP industrial alternatives, HFOs also offer lower total lifecycle costs without requiring expensive equipment upgrades and modifications.
Honeywell pioneered the development of groundbreaking HFO technologies, having anticipated the need for more climate-friendly cooling technologies more than a decade ago. With its Solstice® HFO solutions, Honeywell is a world leader in the development, manufacture and supply of low GWP refrigerants, bowing agents for thermal insulation, propellants for personal and household products, and solvents for cleaning solutions.
2.) Aftermarket operational/lifecycle/performance data have become an integral part of continuous improvement in the HVACR industry. As a manufacturer or supplier, what is the data that you collect/track, and what is your approach to that data? How do you collect/track that data? How do you validate them? How do you use the data? And what is your approach to analysing the data in ensuring that your interpretation and subsequent data-based action are able to improve such aspirations/outcomes as better energy efficiency, lower Total Cost of Ownership, better Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ), fire safety, reliability, data centre integrity, robust process cooling or stronger cold chain? (You may choose one, two or more aspirations/outcomes in writing your answer, as is/are relevant to the nature of products you manufacture or supply.) (64)Answer: At Honeywell, we collaborate closely with end users and operators of systems utilizing Hydrofluoroolefins (HFOs). Together, we collect a wide range of data, including operating temperatures and pressures, system energy consumption, leakage rates, and other critical operating parameters. This data is meticulously tracked and compared against baselines from similar systems running on legacy Hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) and other lower Global Warming Potential (GWP) refrigerants.
The validated data is used to create actionable insights and tools for our customers. For instance, we have developed the Supermarket Calculator: Solstice® N40 (R-448A), which allows supermarket operators to compare the energy efficiency and carbon footprint of transitioning to lower GWP HFOs. This tool helps customers make informed decisions that align with their specific requirements, ultimately reducing energy bills and carbon emissions.
Our approach to data analysis is focused on identifying patterns and trends that can drive continuous improvement. By analyzing the cumulative data from various use cases, we have observed clear patterns in the ease and reliability of operation, as well as significant energy efficiency gains provided by HFOs. These insights are used to refine our products and services, ensuring that we deliver solutions that meet the evolving needs of the industry.
Through our data-driven approach, we have successfully demonstrated the benefits of transitioning from high GWP to ultra-low GWP refrigerants across Europe. This transition has not only improved energy efficiency and operational reliability but also contributed to significant reductions in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Our commitment to leveraging data for continuous improvement ensures that we remain at the forefront of innovation, delivering solutions that enhance energy.
3.) Performance of assets or facilities is so much dependent on regular upkeep and commissioning. As a manufacturer or supplier, how are you supporting asset or facility management initiatives and endeavours of owners towards achieving better energy efficiency, lower Total Cost of Ownership, better Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ), fire safety, reliability, data centre integrity, robust process cooling or stronger cold chain? (You may choose one, two or more aspirations/outcomes in writing your answer, as is/are relevant to the nature of products you manufacture or supply.) (65)Answer: Over the last few years, we have witnessed an escalation in the demand for digital services, such as AI and streaming platforms. Due to this, data centres have become increasingly important and significant contributors to global electricity consumption, with projections indicating a rise to 4% by 2030.
This surge in data utilisation raises a critical concern around excess heat generation within data centres, especially as cooling systems already account for approximately 40% of total energy consumption in these facilities, challenging operators' ability to keep servers cool. This underscores the urgent need for intelligent and energy-efficient cooling solutions this industry.
Data centres are vital to our modern society, but their rapid expansion raises environmental concerns when it comes to the cooling of the energy-intensive servers inside.
Data centers consume vast amounts of electricity to power servers and cooling systems. This energy usage contributes to greenhouse gas emissions, especially if the electricity comes from non-renewable sources. Traditional cooling methods also often rely on evaporative cooling, which uses large quantities of water.
As organisations, governments, and the International Energy Agency push for collective action to curb emissions and combat climate change, it is clear that operators must find sustainable alternatives to cooling these data centre infrastructures.
One energy efficient option for businesses is the use of low global-warming potential (GWP) hydrofluoroolefin (HFO) refrigerants, which reduce GHG emissions, presenting a sustainable pathway for data centre cooling systems. The transition to low-GWP HFO refrigerants can help companies meet both their environmental and business goals. These technologies provide energy-efficient alternatives to traditional cooling methods, reducing water consumption from evaporative cooling systems and high emissions from traditional refrigerants. The adoption of HFO refrigerants will be a crucial step forward in reducing the environmental impact from data centres, and foster a greener, more sustainable future for digital infrastructure as the industry continues to expand and innovate.
Honeywell has invested over a billion dollars in research, development, and new capacity for its Solstice® technology. This investment aligns with its commitment to becoming carbon neutral in their facilities and operations by 2035. By integrating Solstice® technology, companies can achieve their environmental and business goals, fostering a greener and more sustainable future for various industries.
Honeywell’s Solstice® technology is a suite of low-global-warming-potential (GWP) solutions designed to reduce environmental impact while maintaining high performance. Honeywell’s Solstice® technology has significantly contributed to reducing global greenhouse gas emissions. The adoption of Solstice® products has avoided the potential release of more than 250 million metric tons of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, equivalent to eliminating the emissions from over 52 million cars per year.
4.) Describe your HR practices as a manufacturer or supplier. Do elaborate on how you hire, train, mentor, evaluate and reward your employees towards not only capacity-building and the commercial growth of the organisation but also for them to deliver better energy efficiency, lower Total Cost of Ownership, better Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ), fire safety, reliability, data centre integrity, robust process cooling or stronger cold chain? (You may choose one, two or more aspirations/outcomes in writing your answer, as is/are relevant to the nature of products you manufacture or supply.) (66)Answer: At Honeywell, our HR practices are designed to foster a culture of excellence, innovation, and sustainability. We believe that our employees are the cornerstone of our success, and we are committed to their continuous development and well-being.
Hiring and Recruitment
Attracting and recruiting top talent is foundational to our success. We concentrate on improving representation, retention and recognition of diverse perspectives across our workforce — including through our leadership development programs, which amplify the diverse perspectives of our talent, and our nine employee networks that foster collaboration and belonging. In 2024, Honeywell expects to train approximately 1,200 interns to help prepare them to be Futureshapers. We are committed to significantly increasing this group in the year ahead.
Training and Development
We offer an extensive suite of mandatory and voluntary technical and functional training to ensure new skills are gained while compliance requirements are met globally. Our contemporary, interactive and accessible learning platform, Accelerator Learning, serves as a central source of information and learning opportunities for our Futureshapers, boasting 642 modules for Futureshapers to access. In 2023, Futureshapers spent over 151,000 hours within the platform to learn about the “Honeywell way of working,” ensuring alignment and common understanding across the organization.
Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainability
Honeywell’s global Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives improve lives and inspire change in communities around the world. Our partnerships and programs focus on access to STEM education; sustainability awareness; humanitarian relief; and employee volunteerism — underpinned by our commitment to advance inclusion and diversity.
In 2021, we committed to reaching carbon neutrality in our facilities and operations by 2035. In the same year, we established an ESG Review Board (ERB) consisting of senior executives to oversee multiple aspects of ESG including our carbon reduction goals. At the direction of the ERB, Honeywell has developed a strategy and plan to achieve our goals that consists of a combination of onsite capital projects, energy efficiency, investment in renewable energy projects, and the use of credible marketbased instruments. We are focused on investing in renewable energy projects and the engineering of capital projects before 2030, as well as the deployment of capital projects and acquisition of credible market-based instruments between 2030 and 2035
5.) As a manufacturer or supplier, how are you contributing to a Circular Economy? (67)Answer: For nearly 150 years, Honeywell has been a global leader in powering innovation to transform tomorrow. Today, Honeywell innovations are creating opportunities to help our customers lead smarter and safer lives and achieve their sustainability-oriented goals. We continue to introduce cutting-edge offerings for a vast number of global markets and industries, with a portfolio of products and solutions that spans the industries and sectors that most directly contribute to making a comprehensive energy transition at scale — including energy efficiency, electrification, net zero enablers, health, safety and security, circularity, and measurement and reporting. These solutions work together to help reduce CO2e emissions across some of the most difficult industries to abate, making significant contributions to sustainability-oriented goals worldwide. We estimate that Honeywell technologies will have a cumulative impact of mitigating 2.0 billion metric tons of CO2e between 2023 and 2030. This is 175 times Honeywell’s own projected Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions over the same time period.
Driving Growth Responsibly
Our commitment to being environmentally responsible is reflected in the extensive work we do to reduce GHG emissions, increase energy efficiency, conserve water, minimize waste, manage air emissions and drive efficiency throughout our operations. Honeywell’s Corporate Energy & Sustainability Team (CEST) drives our company’s goals and is led by our Integrated Supply Chain and Global Real Estate organizations. The cross-business, cross-function team meets monthly and is responsible for driving improvements through a rigorous process of goal setting, deploying capital for improvement projects, monitoring and measurement, training and best practice sharing.
Since project tracking began in 2010, more than 6,500 sustainability-oriented projects have been implemented at our facilities and have resulted in more than $100M in annualized savings. These include building automation and controls, lighting, compressed air and gas systems, mechanical upgrades and renewable energy projects. Our focus on GHG reduction also enabled us to exceed the 10-10-10 goals we set to achieve by 2024, as we reached >20% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions intensity relative to 2018, deployment of 20 renewable energy opportunities, and ISO 50001 certifications at 28 facilities in 2023.
We are proud of the environmental improvements we have achieved to date and strive to continue our commitment to making progress through the following goals:
• Reduce U.S. Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 50% by 2030 from a 2018 base year as a member of the U.S. Department of Energy Better Climate Challenge.
• Be carbon neutral in our facilities and operations by 2035.
• Commitment validated by Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to:
o Reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 50% by 2037 from a 2019 base year.
o Reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions 23% within the same timeframe.
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