Reducing operational emissions from buildings is becoming mandatory
The Paris Climate Agreement targets a nearly zero emission building stock in operation by 2050, making immediate action essential for industry and commercial building operators.
Emissions must be significantly reduced—progressively in existing buildings during ongoing operation. In new developments, regulations require operational emissions to be offset. Companies committed to Net Zero are required to cut emissions by at least 90%, with only the remaining 10% offset through certified measures such as reforestation or technical CO₂ removal.
The EU Buildings Directive (EPBD) sets binding requirements. The focus is no longer on whether action is needed, but on how and where emissions can be reduced most effectively and at speed.
Building technology as the key enabler
Approximately ten percent of global electricity consumption is driven by pumps and pumping systems. In industrial and building applications, these systems are frequently oversized or running without proper control, resulting in unnecessary energy use, higher operating costs, and avoidable emissions.
Existing infrastructure must remain reliable while energy consumption and emissions are reduced. Organisations that act too slowly risk losing competitiveness, while those that take a structured, data driven approach secure a clear strategic advantage.
We help companies and building operators transition to zero‑emission buildings by making energy efficiency a strategic asset—across both new developments and existing properties.
Regulatory energy efficiency requirements are not a burden, but an opportunity to strengthen competitiveness, meet customer and investor expectations, and achieve Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) objectives through informed, data‑driven decisions. Our approach to energy management is simple and effective: measure, understand, and optimise energy flows.
Energy management means systematically measuring, analysing, and optimising energy flows
We assess the energy consumption of pumps and systems, identify efficiency potential, and implement demand aligned measures. This includes
- integration into building and process control systems
- digital energy monitoring
- the use of renewable energy sources, and the recovery of waste heat.
The result is precise control of operating parameters, optimized system hydraulics, targeted modernisation, lower energy consumption, reduced operating costs, high reliability, and improved compliance with regulatory requirements.
End-to-end support – from concept to operation – Wilo-Energy Audit
Our energy optimisation services extend beyond analysis. Through Wilo-Energy Audit*, we support you from initial concept and implementation through to ongoing operation. We deliver tailored application-specific solutions, integrating advanced pump technology with digital monitoring and demand-driven control—both in existing infrastructure and new developments.
By combining expert consulting, precise analysis, and intelligent monitoring solutions such as our remote monitoring software, Wilo-Monitor, we provide a holistic, full lifecycle service, backed by manufacturer-led customer service, we ensure high operational reliability and rapid response times.
The result: improved energy efficiency, lower operating costs, regulatory compliance, reduced downtime, and demonstrably lower emissions during operation– all designed for long-term performance in everyday operation.
Contact our experts*The Wilo-Energy Audit does not comply with DIN EN 16247-1 and therefore does not replace a company’s obligation to conduct an energy audit in accordance with Section 8 of the German Energy Services Act (EDL-G).
More than just a pump replacement:
We go beyond pump replacement by optimising the entire pump system, including the distribution network.
| Typical challenges: | Your benefits: |
|---|---|
| Inefficient systems | Lower operating costs |
| Oversized pumps | Fast payback, strong ROI |
| High operating temperatures | Lower operating temperatures |
| No digital monitoring | Measurable sustainability impact |
| High failure | Improved reliability |
Hydrogen as a key enabler of modern energy systems
For energy intensive applications, we go beyond conventional solutions. With the Wilo H2POWERPLANT, we demonstrate how hydrogen-based energy systems can be practically implemented to store renewable energy, enable flexible use, and integrate seamlessly into existing infrastructure. These are proven technologies, designed for step-by-step deployment not future concepts.
The H2POWERPLANT converts surplus renewable electricity into green hydrogen via electrolysis and stores it for later use. When required, the hydrogen is reconverted into electricity and heat through a fuel cell. Waste heat is efficiently recovered for heating, cooling, or storage, while intelligent control and precisely coordinated hydraulic components ensure high system integration and overall efficiency.
Installed at the Wilopark, the H2POWERPLANT showcases effective sector coupling and new energy pathways where conventional systems reach their limits. Building on this experience, we support customers in developing tailored application-specific hydrogen strategies.
Key benefits:
- Demand-based energy generation using fuel cell technology
- Efficient use and storage of waste heat
- Higher system efficiency through integrated energy flows
- Use of green hydrogen as a low emission alternative to fossil energy sources