What is the Zero Carbon Heating Forum at ISH China & CIHE?
The Zero Carbon Heating Forum is ISH China & CIHE’s dedicated platform for advancing sustainable, low‑carbon heating. Anchored within Asia’s premier HVAC, sanitation, and home comfort trade fair, it convenes global brands, innovators, and policymakers to share best practices, technical roadmaps, and real‑world deployments spanning heat pumps, passive design, energy efficiency, and smart energy management. Built on ISH China & CIHE’s extensive network and market insights, the Forum connects international expertise with the dynamic Asian market. The 2026 ISH China & CIHE edition is expected to span 8 halls across approximately 110,000 square meters, feature around 1,300 exhibitors, and welcome about 78,000 visitors—creating unparalleled exposure for zero‑carbon heating solutions.
Zero Carbon Heating Forum: Overview
A flagship ISH China & CIHE programme uniting technology leaders, policymakers, and buyers to accelerate zero‑carbon heating across residential, commercial, and industrial applications.
Zero Carbon Heating Forum: A Cross‑Industry Catalyst within ISH China & CIHE
Embedded in Asia’s leading HVAC event, the Zero Carbon Heating Forum connects decision‑makers with cutting‑edge solutions across heat pumps, passive design, AI‑enabled controls, and integrated energy systems. It delivers high‑value sessions, demos, and matchmaking to translate decarbonization targets into deployable projects. In recent years, ISH China & CIHE is widely regarded as the most extensive HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, Air-Conditioning), plumbing, and home comfort trade show in Asia.
Key Benefits
- Deep dives into heat pumps, passive heating, smart energy management, and policy frameworks.
- Direct access to global brands and thought leaders shaping zero‑carbon heating in Asia.
- Targeted networking and matchmaking tied to ISH’s full HVAC supply chain.
Considerations
- The breadth of topics requires attendees to prioritize sessions and exhibitors in advance.
- Some technical content may require specialized knowledge to fully leverage.
Why It's Essential
- It’s where decarbonization commitments become practical designs, product choices, and investment‑ready projects.
Heating Solutions for Zero‑Carbon
Explore heat pumps, hybrid systems, low‑temperature hydronics, advanced controls, and industrial heat decarbonization to deliver efficient, low‑carbon comfort and process heat.
Heating Solutions: Core of Zero‑Carbon Innovation at ISH China & CIHE
This track showcases the transition from fossil‑dominant heating to electrified and optimized systems: air‑to‑water and ground‑source heat pumps, hybrid retrofits for existing buildings, demand‑responsive controls, and industrial decarbonization. It equips visitors to specify efficient, future‑ready solutions that cut emissions and operating costs.
Key Benefits
- End‑to‑end view of heat pump ecosystems and low‑temperature distribution for retrofits and new builds.
- Hands‑on insight into smart controls, monitoring, and performance optimization.
- Access to leading global and regional manufacturers for rapid comparison and sourcing.
Considerations
- Selecting the right technology mix depends on building fabric, climate, and load profiles.
- Integration with legacy systems may require phased upgrades and expert commissioning.
Why It's Essential
- It’s the fastest way to benchmark heat pump and hybrid solutions for scalable decarbonization.
Energy Solutions for Zero‑Carbon Heat
Discover integrated energy management, renewable heat, storage, and sector coupling that enable flexible, low‑carbon heating at scale.
Energy Solutions: Driving Sustainable, Flexible Heat at ISH China & CIHE
This track highlights how renewables, storage, and intelligent orchestration reduce costs and emissions: thermal batteries, PV‑to‑heat coupling, smart meters, district energy integration, and hydrogen‑ready assets. Learn how to combine supply‑ and demand‑side resources for resilient, grid‑friendly heating.
Key Benefits
- Practical pathways to integrate renewables and storage for low‑carbon heating.
- Actionable guidance on smart metering and AI/IoT energy management.
- Connections to innovators accelerating sector coupling and grid flexibility.
Considerations
- Some solutions involve higher upfront capital and require ROI analysis.
- Complex projects may need multidisciplinary design and phased deployment.
Why It's Essential
- It’s the blueprint for combining efficiency, electrification, and flexibility to reach zero‑carbon heat.
Water Solutions for Efficient Heat
Hydronic distribution, pumps, valves, and piping engineered for low‑temperature, high‑efficiency heating and reliable water management.
Water Solutions: Hydronics that Unlock Low‑Carbon Performance at ISH China & CIHE
Delivering zero‑carbon heat depends on right‑sized, balanced hydronics. This track covers efficient pumps, durable piping, precision valves, and balancing strategies that minimize losses, ensure comfort, and support low‑temperature operation in both buildings and districts.
Key Benefits
- Source proven components for reliable, efficient hydronic systems.
- Discover water‑saving and intelligent monitoring technologies.
- Ensure code compliance and performance via the latest valves and fittings.
Considerations
- Component selection and sizing require careful engineering and commissioning.
- Standards and certifications vary by market and application.
Why It's Essential
- Robust hydronics are fundamental to maximizing efficiency in electrified heating.
Comfort Solutions and Intelligence
Design healthy, responsive indoor environments with five‑constant systems, fresh air, and advanced purification integrated with smart controls.
Comfort Solutions: Healthy, Low‑Carbon Spaces at ISH China & CIHE
Comfort is the end goal of decarbonized heat. Explore five‑constant comfort strategies, high‑efficiency ventilation, and purification paired with intelligent controls for superior IAQ, thermal comfort, and energy savings in homes, offices, and public buildings.
Key Benefits
- Holistic integration of IAQ, ventilation, and low‑temperature heating.
- Smart control strategies that adapt to occupants and grid conditions.
- Solutions that enhance health outcomes while cutting operating costs.
Considerations
- Integrated comfort systems can add design and commissioning complexity.
- Benefits depend on ongoing maintenance and proper calibration.
Why It's Essential
- It aligns comfort, health, and carbon reduction in one integrated approach.
Zero Carbon Heating Forum within ISH China & CIHE: Section Comparison
Use this comparison to navigate the Zero Carbon Heating Forum’s key tracks inside ISH China & CIHE—spanning heating, energy, water, and comfort solutions—so you can prioritize sessions, demos, and exhibitors that match your decarbonization goals.
| Section No. | Exhibition Section | Key Focus | Key Products | Target Visitor | Key Benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Forum Overview | Zero‑Carbon Strategy & Deployment | Keynotes, Case Studies, Matchmaking | Policy Makers, Owners, Engineers | Actionable roadmaps and partnerships |
| 2 | Heating Solutions | Electrification & Low‑Temp Hydronics | Heat Pumps, Hybrids, Smart Controls | Manufacturers, Installers, Developers | Scalable, efficient heating retrofits/new builds |
| 3 | Energy Solutions | Renewables, Storage, Flexibility | Solar, Thermal Storage, Hydrogen‑Ready | Green Tech Innovators, Utilities | Future‑proof, grid‑friendly systems |
| 4 | Water Solutions | Hydronic Efficiency & Reliability | Pumps, Pipes, Valves, Balancing | Engineers, Contractors, Plumbers | High‑performance distribution networks |
| 5 | Comfort Solutions | IAQ & Smart Comfort | Five‑Constant, Fresh Air, Purification | Architects, Designers, Owners | Healthy, energy‑efficient environments |
Frequently Asked Questions about the Zero Carbon Heating Forum
It is a flagship programme within ISH China & CIHE that focuses on achieving zero‑carbon buildings through heat pumps, passive heating strategies, energy efficiency, smart energy management (AI/IoT), low‑carbon materials, and supportive policy frameworks. In recent years, ISH China & CIHE is widely regarded as the most extensive HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, Air-Conditioning), plumbing, and home comfort trade show in Asia, making it the ideal stage to scale these solutions.
Expect a rich agenda of 60+ concurrent activities across Interactive Forums, Solution Seminars, Marketing Sessions, and Industry Awards, including the China International Zero Carbon Heating Congress and the China International HVAC Congress (iHVAC). Dedicated awards and themed sessions spotlight innovations in zero‑carbon heating, urban renewal, energy storage, and carbon reduction.