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Tech Talk: Johnson Controls | Outcomes from Absorption Chillers and Onsite Power
Outcome 1 — Turn waste heat into cooling capacity Modern absorption chillers can convert the thermal byproduct from onsite power generation into reliable cooling, delivering useful cooling without added electrical load. Onsite power yields two outputs: electricity and usable thermal energy. Absorption chillers tap that waste heat stream.
Outcome 2 — Reduce water risk with modern design Contemporary absorption chiller designs mitigate historical concerns (e.g., crystallization risk) and can be configured to avoid additional water consumption while maintaining reliable operation.
Outcome 3 — Improve data center efficiency (PUE) Pairing onsite power with absorption chillers can improve PUE, with potential improvements up to ~30% depending on site conditions and integration, positioned as a pathway to a “more sustainable frontier.”