What is the Urban Low-carbon Integrated Energy System at ISH China & CIHE?
The Urban Low-carbon Integrated Energy System is a dedicated showcase at ISH China & CIHE that focuses on decarbonizing cities through integrated energy planning and technologies. Core themes include zero-emission neighborhoods, renewable energy and storage integration, integrated building energy modeling, neighborhood-scale systems that optimize land and technical constraints, and waste-to-energy solutions that reduce emissions from centralized systems. Leveraging ISH China & CIHE’s role as Asia’s premier platform for HVAC, sanitation, and home comfort, the 2026 edition is expected to span 8 halls with approximately 110,000 square meters of exhibition space, feature around 1,300 exhibitors, and welcome about 78,000 visitors—connecting global innovation with the dynamic Asian market.
Urban Low-carbon Integrated Energy System: Exhibition Overview
A dedicated platform at ISH China & CIHE for city-scale decarbonization, integrating heating, energy, water, comfort, and digital installation for zero-carbon urban development.
Urban Low-carbon Integrated Energy System: A Comprehensive City-Decarbonization Platform
As the leading HVAC event in Asia, ISH China & CIHE provides a vital hub for product showcases, technical exchanges, and business matchmaking centered on urban decarbonization. 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. The Urban Low-carbon Integrated Energy System brings together end-to-end solutions—heat pumps and hydrogen-ready heating, renewable and energy storage systems, advanced metering and EMS, integrated building energy modeling, neighborhood-scale energy design, and waste-to-energy pathways—helping cities, developers, and utilities blueprint zero-emission neighborhoods and resilient, efficient districts.
Key Benefits
- End-to-end urban decarbonization solutions spanning heating, renewables, storage, EMS, and digital twins for planning and operations.
- Actionable insights via case studies on zero-emission neighborhoods, neighborhood-scale systems, and waste-to-energy integration.
- Direct access to global leaders—including Vaillant, Bosch, and Viessmann—via the Gas Wall-hung Boilers Industry G20 Products Section and international pavilions.
Considerations
- The multi-stakeholder ecosystem (policy, utility, developer, OEM) can be complex—set clear goals and schedule meetings in advance.
- Scaling pilots to city-wide deployment may require cross-department collaboration, capex planning, and standards alignment.
Why It's Essential
- A one-stop platform to design, source, and validate neighborhood-scale low-carbon systems aligned with policy, ESG, and cost-optimization goals.
Heating Solutions
Low-carbon heating and district energy: heat pumps, hydrogen-ready and high-efficiency boilers, smart controls, thermal storage, radiators, and fan coils for resilient neighborhoods.
Heating Solutions: Core of Low-carbon District Energy at ISH China & CIHE—China International Trade Fair for Heating, Ventilation, Air-Conditioning, Sanitation & Home Comfort System
Heating Solutions at ISH China & CIHE aligns with urban decarbonization goals by showcasing high-efficiency boilers, advanced heat pumps, hydrogen-ready systems, and intelligent controls that enable neighborhood-scale optimization. From thermal storage and heat exchangers to floor heating, radiators, and fan coils, the section supports zero-emission neighborhoods and district energy networks that balance comfort, resilience, and carbon reduction.
Key Benefits
- Comprehensive portfolio for low-carbon heating: heat pumps, hydrogen-ready boilers, and thermal storage for district and building scales.
- Smart heating and EMS integration for demand-side flexibility and optimized operating costs.
- Direct links to global manufacturers and suppliers enabling rapid specification and deployment.
Considerations
- Selecting optimal solutions across diverse use cases (retrofit vs. new-build) requires careful planning and modeling.
- Rapid tech evolution demands upskilling to fully leverage intelligent controls and hybrid systems.
Why It's Essential
- It accelerates the transition to efficient, flexible, and future-ready district and building heating systems.
Energy Solutions
Renewables, hydrogen, energy and heat storage, meters & EMS for zero-emission neighborhoods and resilient microgrids.
Energy Solutions: Driving Sustainable Urban Systems at ISH China & CIHE—China International Trade Fair for Heating, Ventilation, Air-Conditioning, Sanitation & Home Comfort System
Energy Solutions highlights renewable generation (solar, biomass), hydrogen pathways, and energy/heat storage for neighborhood-scale systems. With meters, measurement, and integrated energy management, cities can orchestrate microgrids and district networks that support zero-emission neighborhoods, improve reliability, and enable data-driven planning and operations.
Key Benefits
- Cutting-edge technologies for carbon reduction: solar, hydrogen, biomass, and long/short-duration storage.
- Integrated EMS and metering for optimization, forecasting, and demand-response across districts.
- Networking with leaders in renewable integration and urban microgrid design.
Considerations
- Some solutions require specialized engineering knowledge and interoperability planning.
- Higher upfront investment may be offset by lifecycle savings and incentives.
Why It's Essential
- It equips cities and developers to plan resilient, low-carbon energy systems at neighborhood scale.
Water Solutions
Water pumps, pipes, valves, and drainage systems enabling efficient urban water cycles, wastewater heat recovery, and integrated district loops.
Water Solutions: Efficient Urban Water and Thermal Loops at ISH China & CIHE—China International Trade Fair for Heating, Ventilation, Air-Conditioning, Sanitation & Home Comfort System
Water Solutions underpins low-carbon cities with reliable water supply and drainage infrastructure, advanced pumps, pipes, and valves, and opportunities for wastewater heat recovery and water-loop heat pump systems. These components are vital for integrated urban energy systems that prioritize resource efficiency.
Key Benefits
- Broad selection of durable components for efficient water networks and drainage.
- Innovations that enable water-saving and wastewater heat recovery for decarbonization.
- Reliable sourcing for plumbing and sanitation projects at building and district scales.
Considerations
- Component specifications and compatibility require careful engineering review.
- Regulatory and standards compliance varies by region and project type.
Why It's Essential
- It ensures robust water infrastructure and enables thermal resource recovery across urban districts.
Comfort Solutions
Healthy indoor environments with five-constant systems, fresh air, and advanced purification—integrated with neighborhood energy and demand-response.
Comfort Solutions: Health and Efficiency for Low-carbon Districts at ISH China & CIHE—China International Trade Fair for Heating, Ventilation, Air-Conditioning, Sanitation & Home Comfort System
Comfort Solutions enhances indoor environmental quality with integrated control of temperature, humidity, air quality, and noise, while connecting to district energy systems. Fresh air and purification technologies support healthier buildings and demand-response strategies that align occupant comfort with urban decarbonization.
Key Benefits
- Holistic IEQ solutions that support health, comfort, and energy efficiency.
- Advanced fresh air and purification choices for residential, commercial, and public spaces.
- Integration-ready systems for smart neighborhoods and peak-load management.
Considerations
- Design and commissioning complexity increases with multi-system integrations.
- Value realization may require monitoring and occupant engagement.
Why It's Essential
- It raises living standards while aligning comfort with low-carbon operations.
Urban Low-carbon Integrated Energy System: Exhibition Section Comparison
Use this comparison to navigate how the five major sections at ISH China & CIHE—China International Trade Fair for Heating, Ventilation, Air-Conditioning, Sanitation & Home Comfort System—work together to deliver Urban Low-carbon Integrated Energy System outcomes, from planning and modeling to deployment and optimization.
| Section No. | Exhibition Section | Key Focus | Key Products | Target Visitor | Key Benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Exhibition Overview | Comprehensive HVAC Platform | Networking, Showcases, Forums | All Industry Professionals | Holistic market insights |
| 2 | Heating Solutions | Energy Efficiency & Comfort | Boilers, Heat Pumps, Smart Heating, etc. | Manufacturers, Installers, Developers | Sustainable heating innovations |
| 3 | Energy Solutions | Renewable & Storage | Solar, Hydrogen, Heat Storage, Biomass, etc. | Green Tech Innovators, Policy Makers | Future-proof energy systems |
| 4 | Water Solutions | Plumbing & Sanitation | Pumps, Pipes, Valves, Drainage, etc. | Engineers, Contractors, Plumbers | Reliable water infrastructure |
| 5 | Comfort Solutions | Indoor Environment Quality | Five-constant System, Fresh Air, Water/Air Purification, etc. | Architects, Designers, Homeowners | Enhanced living environments |
Frequently Asked Questions about the Urban Low-carbon Integrated Energy System
It is a dedicated showcase at ISH China & CIHE—China International Trade Fair for Heating, Ventilation, Air-Conditioning, Sanitation & Home Comfort System—focusing on zero-emission neighborhoods, renewable and storage integration, integrated building energy modeling, neighborhood-scale energy systems, and waste-to-energy solutions. 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.
Over 60 concurrent activities span Interactive Forums, Solutions Seminars, Marketing Sessions, and Industry Awards. Flagship events include the China International Zero Carbon Heating Congress and the China International HVAC Congress (iHVAC), covering zero-carbon heating, urban renewal, industrial and commercial heating, energy storage, and carbon reduction. The programme also features awards such as the ISH China & CIHE Heat Pump Innovation Award.