A condensate collection system for use in HVAC equipment configured to remove condensate from a coil assembly before unintentional release into the surrounding environment and increase energy efficiency by preventing substantial air mixing within the air conditioner itself. The condensate collection system comprising, a tray configured to collect condensate and a lid configured to both prevent the mixing of air and collect condensate, operatively connected by a plurality of standoffs attached to the base of the tray and the bottom of the lid wherein the lid is supported by the tray and the plurality of standoffs. The system further may include one or more condensate drain channels configured to collect and drain condensate from the top of the lid into the tray and subsequently drain from the tray through an exit port.