Energy-efficient premises reduce energy consumption during operation

Energy-efficient business premises

Energy-efficient business premises

The advantages of new or renovated business premises include energy efficienciency, functionality of the premises, modern building systems and a good location.


Why do new premises consume less energy and produce fewer emissions during operation?

1. New buildings are designed to be energy efficient

Today, houses are built in accordance with increasingly stringent building regulations. They retain heat better, are more leak-tight and make use of modern technical building systems, so the need for heating energy is typically lower than in older buildings. In addition, modern devices are designed to consume less electricity and water than older solutions.

2. Dense construction and location along public transport connections can reduce emissions caused by transportation

The business premises developed and built by YIT are part of the urban environment and located near good public transport connections, so you can come to work even without your own car. Bicycle storage rooms make cycling easier. The properties also have the possibility to charge electric vehicles. Thanks to smart solutions for business premises, everything you need can often fit even in the smallest space.

3. Geothermal heating and cooling support low-emission heating

In YIT’s new self-developed business premises, geothermal heat is always chosen as the heating system whenever possible. In the summer, the system is used for cooling, and in the winter for heating. When a geothermal heating and cooling system is powered by renewable electricity, emissions during heating and cooling can be very low. In addition, the system’s good coefficient of performance (COP) means that the energy costs of heating and cooling are almost always cheaper than those of district heating/cooling. The system also heats domestic water in an emission-free and affordable manner.

4. Smart building improves energy efficiency and space usability

Intelligence and data help create more human-centred and flexible offices and a built environment where energy consumption and use can be optimized. YIT’s Smart Building concept improves the comfort, efficiency, productivity and eco-friendliness of buildings by consolidating the data from all of the building’s technical systems on a single platform. Smart buildings benefit property owners, maintenance providers and users alike.

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