GREE introduces the world's first solar VRF air-conditioners to the UAE

The product works in sync with the “Shams Dubai” smart initiative launched by DEWA

Dubai, United Arab Emirates (April 4, 2015): – In line with UAE's commitment to achieving  sustainable development and enhancing the quality of life, GREE air conditioners distributed by NIA Limited has launched the world's first solar VRF air-conditioners in the country. This revolutionary product is aimed at energy generation & conservation and positions Gree as a market leader in the space of solar air-conditioners.

The solar VRF system is a hybrid solar-electric air conditioner which can work on zero power from DEWA. The traditional air conditioner can consume nearly three times more energy as compared to the solar VRF air conditioner causing the consumer to pay a higher electricity bill.

Speaking about the launch of the solar VRF air-conditioners by Gree, Managing Director of NIA Limited, UAE, Mr. Zakir Ahmed said, “The advent of ‘solar VRF' air-conditioners with zero electric charge by Gree would be music to people at the forefront of sustainable development. There are three key aspects to this product, Zero wastage, Zero Electric Charge and Zero worry. Considering that renewable energy options are at a premium, the Solar VRF system ensures that energy is smartly used and there is absolutely no wastage of energy. We are happy that the product supports the “Shams Dubai” smart initiative by DEWA which encourages the regulation of solar energy in buildings. This product is a testament to our commitment to support Dubai's Plan 2021 and the Dubai Integrated Energy Strategy 2030, which aims to develop sustainable energy projects by increasing targets for renewable energy in the emirate's energy mix to 7 per cent by 2020 and 15 percent by 2030. The most important thing about this product is that any excess electricity will be exported back to the grid which can earn them DEWA credits.”

The system incorporates the most advanced power management technologies in conversion from DC-to-AC & AC-to-DC with MPPT (Maximum Power Point Tracking), PAWM (Pulse Amplitude-Width Modulation) and Ternary communication technologies. This is to optimize the power generated from the solar panels and minimize consumption from the grid.