On July 20, 2025, SolarEast celebrated the official launch of its Zero-Carbon Lab at the company’s headquarters. Designed to support R&D, testing, and verification of low-carbon HVAC technologies, this lab represents a key step in SolarEast’s mission to lead the heat pump industry toward a sustainable future.
Learn more about the project here: Zero-Carbon Lab
The global HVAC industry is under pressure to reduce carbon emissions and transition toward clean technologies. To address this shift, SolarEast invested in a fully digital, multi-functional lab that can support long-term R&D of low-GWP refrigerants, smart control systems, and zero-emission thermal solutions.
The lab spans over 1,500 m², equipped with thermal imaging systems, precision sensors, and automated test modules. It allows real-time data collection on refrigerant performance, COP variation, sound levels, and energy efficiency under simulated seasonal conditions.
The facility integrates with SolarEast's IoT platform for live monitoring and predictive diagnostics.
Smart Heat Pump Testing
Enables verification of IoT-enabled heat pump behavior in extreme climates.
Low-GWP Refrigerant Simulation
Real-life simulation of refrigerants like R290, R32, and 454B across varying loads.
Noise Reduction & Energy Balance Analysis
Provides data for optimization of acoustics and energy use across different system designs.
Collaboration with Research Institutes
The lab is open to joint innovation with universities and industry bodies.
SolarEast’s Zero-Carbon Lab is more than a testing site—it reflects the company’s transition toward a digital, sustainable, and data-driven development model. It will accelerate the product iteration of R290 heat pumps, inverter compressors, and hybrid energy systems.
This lab will serve as the foundation for SolarEast's next-generation product roadmap. By integrating virtual simulations with real-world validation, the company aims to bring high-performance, eco-friendly heat pumps to more global markets.