Climate-Smart Renovation: Understanding the Impacts of Phase Change Material Ceilings

Phase change materials (PCMs) are emerging as a powerful solution for improving energy efficiency and thermal comfort in buildings. By absorbing and releasing heat during phase transitions, PCMs help stabilize indoor temperatures, reduce peak heating and cooling loads, and enhance occupant comfort—key priorities for facility managers focused on operational excellence.

This webinar will explore how PCMs can be integrated into ceiling systems to support HVAC performance and energy savings. Participants will learn how PCM retrofits can optimize building performance, especially when paired with strategic adjustments to HVAC system capacity or controls.

Beyond installation, the session will highlight how facility managers can use building simulation tools to evaluate PCM effectiveness, forecast energy and cost savings, and support informed investment decisions. Whether you're managing existing infrastructure or planning upgrades, this webinar will equip you with practical insights to improve building efficiency and occupant satisfaction.

Webinar Key Learning Objectives:

1. Recognize the Role of PCMs in Enhancing Building Efficiency
2. Learn how phase change materials (PCMs) contribute to improved thermal comfort and energy savings as well as understand their relevance in day-to-day facility operations.
3. Evaluate PCM Integration in Ceiling Systems
4. Discover how incorporating PCMs into ceiling systems can help stabilize indoor temperatures, reduce peak load demands, and support HVAC efficiency—key concerns for facility performance.
5. Assess Operational Benefits and ROI of PCM Retrofits
6. Understand the measurable benefits of implementing PCMs in existing buildings, including energy cost reductions, HVAC system optimization, and potential maintenance savings.
7. Apply Simulation Tools to Support Investment Decisions
8. Gain insights into using building performance simulation tools to evaluate PCM effectiveness, justify capital investments, and support long-term energy management strategies.