Trane Technologies and Amazon have unveiled a significant achievement in enhancing energy efficiency and reducing carbon emissions in real estate, utilizing advanced AI technology.
This collaboration, which involves Trane Technologies' integration of BrainBox AI and AWS, has demonstrated substantial gains in building decarbonization by providing effective solutions that cut energy consumption.
Optimizing HVAC Systems
The initial application of this technology at three pilot Amazon Grocery fulfillment facilities in North America surpassed expectations, achieving nearly a 15% reduction in energy use — more than twice the original project goals.
The initial application of this technology at 3 pilot Amazon Grocery pride skills in North America surpassed expectations
The state-of-the-art system, developed by BrainBox AI and now part of Trane Technologies, autonomously refines the operation of HVAC systems, thus reducing energy costs and emissions, while maintaining building comfort and performance standards.
Encouraged by the pilot's success, Amazon intends to extend this deployment across over 30 additional grocery fulfillment and distribution centers in the United States. A pilot program is also scheduled to commence in 2026 within grocery store locations.
Objectives and Sustainability Goals
Riaz Raihan, SVP and Chief Digital Officer of Trane Technologies, emphasized the importance of sustainability at Trane, stating, "This strategic collaboration demonstrates how sustainable solutions can drive strong returns while benefiting the planet."
The partnership is not only aimed at transforming Amazon's fulfillment centers but also aligns with the retail giant’s business and environmental objectives.
Sustainability and Performance Alignment
This initiative fits seamlessly with Amazon's dual purpose in sustainability: to use smart technology in decarbonizing existing structures, while using energy-efficient, low-carbon materials in new construction. It advances Amazon’s ambition under The Climate Pledge to achieve net-zero carbon by 2040 by enhancing operational efficiency alongside cost savings.
Christina Minardi, Amazon's Vice President of Worldwide Grocery Stores Real Estate and Store Development, remarked on Amazon's continuous quest for environmentally sound, scalable practices that reduce their ecological impact without sacrificing efficiency.
Climate-focused Technology Innovation
BrainBox AI was chosen to join the Amazon Sustainability Accelerator Climate Tech Pilot as one of its 11 innovative startups
In 2024, BrainBox AI was chosen to join the Amazon Sustainability Accelerator Climate Tech Pilot as one of its eleven innovative startups. This opportunity allowed BrainBox AI to showcase its technology within Amazon’s operations, supporting their efforts to tackle extensive sustainability issues.
The use of AWS' AI capabilities further propelled the progress achieved at Amazon's Grocery fulfillment centers, strengthening BrainBox AI's position as a leader in climate technology innovation.
Advanced Building Management and Digital Capabilities
Amazon's scale and dedication to sustainability signify an impactful partnership, according to Jean-Simon Venne, Founder and President of BrainBox AI. He noted that this collaboration "is creating a world where every building is a proactive participant in the fight against climate change."
Trane Technologies' acquisition of BrainBox AI in January 2025 marked over two years of collaboration, bolstering their advanced building management and digital technologies with BrainBox AI’s innovative solutions.
Trane Technologies, a climate innovator, and Amazon announce groundbreaking results through advanced AI to improve energy efficiency and decarbonization in key real estate assets.
The project, powered by Trane Technologies through BrainBox AI, in conjunction with AWS, showcases a successful collaboration in building decarbonization, delivering proven solutions that reduce energy use and carbon emissions.
Optimizes HVAC systems
Initial deployment at three pilot Amazon Grocery fulfillment facilities in North America exceeded expectations, achieving energy-use reductions of nearly 15% - more than double the original project targets. BrainBox AI, acquired by Trane Technologies, autonomously optimizes heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, reducing energy consumption, carbon emissions, and operational costs without compromising comfort or performance.
Following the success of these initiatives, deployment is planned for the remaining Amazon Grocery fulfillment and distribution centers across more than 30 sites in the U.S. Furthermore, plans to pilot in grocery stores will begin in 2026.
Objectives and bold sustainability goals
“At Trane Technologies, sustainability is at the core of everything we do. This strategic collaboration demonstrates how sustainable solutions can drive strong returns while benefiting the planet,” said Riaz Raihan, SVP and Chief Digital Officer of Trane Technologies.
“Together, we’re not only transforming these fulfillment centers but also driving meaningful progress towards Amazon’s business objectives and bold sustainability goals.”
Sustainability and performance goals in real time
This initiative aligns with Amazon’s two-pronged approach to sustainability: decarbonizing existing buildings through smart technology while prioritizing energy-efficient and low-carbon materials in new construction.
It also advances Amazon’s commitment to reach net-zero carbon by 2040 under The Climate Pledge, while enhancing operational efficiency and long-term cost savings.
“At Amazon, we’re continually looking for data-driven, scalable solutions to reduce our carbon footprint while maintaining operational excellence,” said Christina Minardi, Vice President of Worldwide Grocery Stores Real Estate and Store Development at Amazon. “By working with Trane Technologies and the BrainBox AI team, we’re turning our buildings into intelligent systems that learn and adapt, helping us meet both our sustainability and performance goals in real time.”
Climate-focused technology innovation
In 2024, BrainBox AI was selected as one of the eleven innovative start-ups to participate in the Amazon Sustainability Accelerator Climate Tech Pilot. As part of this program, BrainBox AI was given the opportunity to trial its technology within Amazon’s operations, contributing to Amazon’s broader efforts to address major sustainability challenges.
Using AWS’ AI technology which contains over 10 key AWS solutions such as Amazon S3, and Amazon Bedrock, BrainBox AI cleared the pathway for the Amazon Grocery fulfillment sites’ contribution as a driver of progress toward this goal. Its inclusion in the accelerator cemented the company as a recognized pioneer in climate-focused technology innovation, working alongside other start-ups to drive impactful change within large-scale operations.
Advanced building management and digital capabilities
“Amazon’s global scale and leadership in sustainability make this collaboration a transformative milestone,” said Jean-Simon Venne, Founder and President of BrainBox AI. “Together, we’re showing how cutting-edge AI can drive both economic and environmental impact, creating a world where every building is a proactive participant in the fight against climate change.”
Trane Technologies acquired BrainBox AI in January 2025. The companies previously teamed up for more than two years, combining BrainBox AI’s pioneering artificial intelligence technology with Trane Technologies’ advanced building management and digital capabilities.
