Amazon reduced energy use in its grocery fulfillment centers by nearly 15% as part of a pilot program at three facilities with climate technology firm Trane Technologies, according to a Dec. 1 press release. The e-commerce giant deployed Trane Technologies’ BrainBox AI tool, in conjunction with Amazon Web Services, at three grocery fulfillment sites in North America. The BrainBox system autonomously adjusts temperature control and ventilation systems to reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions.

Following the pilot, Amazon now plans to deploy the platform across more than 30 sites within its grocery fulfillment and distribution network in the U.S. and install the tool in stores in 2026.

“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,” says Riaz Raihan, SVP and Chief Digital Officer of Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator. “Together, we’re not only transforming these fulfillment centers but also driving meaningful progress towards Amazon’s business objectives and bold sustainability goals.”

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,” says 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.”

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 leader in climate-focused technology innovation, working alongside other start-ups to drive impactful change within large-scale operations.

“Amazon’s global scale and leadership in sustainability make this collaboration a transformative milestone,” says 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 leading artificial intelligence technology with Trane Technologies’ advanced building management and digital capabilities.

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