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January 3, 2025 | BUSINESS WIREEstimated reading time: Less than a minute
Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator, announced that it has completed the acquisition of BrainBox AI, a pioneer in autonomous HVAC controls and generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) building technology. The acquisition was previously announced in a press release on December 18, 2024.
BrainBox AI uses advanced deep learning algorithms to predict building energy needs and automate HVAC systems, thus reducing energy consumption by up to 25% and reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by up to 40%. The acquisition builds on the companies’ existing collaboration and combines BrainBox AI’s leading Artificial Intelligence technology with Trane Technologies’ advanced building management and digital capabilities to meet fast-growing demand for sustainable, autonomous building solutions.
“We are delighted to officially welcome BrainBox AI associates as we further expand upon our companies’ complementary capabilities, technology and offerings,” said Riaz Raihan, senior vice president and Chief Digital Officer of Trane Technologies. “We look forward to bringing our teams and technologies closer together as we help customers meet their business and sustainability goals through the power of AI and smart building technologies.”
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