TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — Industrial Technology Research Institute has developed an energy management system for air conditioning and refrigeration units, reducing energy costs and carbon emissions.

ITRI General Director of Green Energy and Environment Research Laboratories Liu Chih-wen (劉志文), explained in a Thursday press release that convenience stores and supermarkets operate 24/7, consuming high amounts of energy, per CNA.

To alleviate this, the system leverages AI to monitor and adjust equipment operations in real-time, he explained. It optimizes settings based on customer flow, weather changes, and refrigeration patterns.

This system enhances energy efficiency, creating a green energy model for the retail sector, Liu added.

The institute said during peak electricity demand periods, the system can pre-cool in advance, allowing businesses to reduce peak-hour electricity consumption. It can be installed in three days without replacing existing equipment.

Meanwhile, the institute will host its ITRI Net Zero Day event on April 8, showcasing more than 30 technologies. The exhibition will cover four key areas: energy supply, energy consumption, low-carbon manufacturing, and sustainable environments.