As per the information from Daikin Applied, Daikin has invested in advanced -air-technologies-leader Poppy to accelerate the transition to smart and adaptive HVAC systems and buildings that help improve energy efficiency and occupant health, and support decarbonization. The investment aligns with Daikin’s mission to deliver healthy, comfortable and sustainable spaces through innovative heating, cooling and Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) solutions. Poppy is a key partner in equipping building owners and engineers with the tools and technology to visualize air performance, reduce energy waste and lower carbon emissions while maintaining superior air quality.
Poppy is at the forefront of clean airflow and energy management technologies, delivering insights that drive operational savings. The company’s patented real-time air-tracing and ventilation optimization solutions are built into ASHRAE Standard 241 through a new test method recently introduced to the industry, helping commercial building owners reduce energy costs while complying with key standards for safe and sustainable indoor air management.
Commenting on the development, Yu Nishiwaki, Chief Operating Officer for Daikin Applied Americas, said, “Many facility owners and operators know there are opportunities to improve efficiencies and the occupant experience, but aren’t sure what will deliver the best return on investment. Poppy’s trailblazing air-tracer technology helps uncover those opportunities, allowing Daikin to use our specialized expertise to implement the changes needed to realize the savings and other benefits.”
