The City of Roswell and Friends of Mimosa Hall and Gardens proudly announce its collaboration with Trane Residential, a pioneering provider of energy-efficient home comfort solutions, for the successful installation of two (2) electric Trane XV20i Variable Speed Heat Pump systems at Mimosa Hall.
This partnership is a significant step towards achieving Net Zero Certification, solidifying Mimosa Hall's dedication to reducing its carbon emissions while preserving the historical integrity of the house.
Comfortable environment for visitors
Decision made to replace historic site’s heating system with environmentally-minded choices
Since acquired in 2017, the City of Roswell has sought to make Mimosa Hall the most energy-efficient facility. After research, the decision was made to replace the historic site’s conventional heating system with more environmentally-minded alternatives, such as Trane’s XV20i Variable Speed Heat Pumps, to optimize energy consumption and efficiently regulate indoor temperatures.
Upgrading to one of the industry’s most efficient systems, with ratings up to 20.5 SEER2 and 8.7 HSPF2, ensures a comfortable environment for visitors and staff without compromising sustainability efforts.
Renewable sustainable projects
Other renewable sustainable projects for Mimosa Hall have included the installation of solar panels, LED lighting, and advanced insulation systems. This milestone is a key component in Mimosa Hall and Gardens attaining the esteemed designation of the “Oldest Net Zero Home in America.”
"We are overjoyed about the successful completion,” said Mayor Kurt Wilson. “As forward-thinkers, this innovative path will lead us to saving money while accomplishing a great feat. We are thankful to Trane Residential for their kind donations of the electric heat pumps, and to the Friends of Mimosa Hall and Gardens for ensuring this project reaches completion. We could not do it without our community partners.”
Partner with Trane Residential
“As a significant historical property, Mimosa Hall now offers living proof that through the combined efforts of public and private, corporate and citizen entities, we can collaborate successfully and harness the attributes of nature to preserve the past and secure the future. Mimosa Hall represents a far-reaching, engaging and data-driven example of resilience, independence, and environmental and economic sustainability,” said Simone du Boise, Architect at Cadmus Construction.
Mimosa Hall represents a far-reaching, engaging and data-driven example of resilience"
"We are thrilled to partner with Trane Residential, who is a leader in providing best-in-class energy-efficient comfort solutions,” said Kelly Callen, who has served as Chair of the Alternative Energy & Sustainability Committee for Friends of Mimosa Hall & Gardens. “We look forward to celebrating Mimosa Hall together, which is 182 years old, becoming the ‘Oldest Net Zero Home in the Country’ once certification is completed."
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"Collaborating with the Friends of Mimosa Hall & Gardens on their effort to achieve Net Zero certification for Mimosa Hall aligns with our passion to accelerate the use of clean energy technologies that heat and cool buildings in sustainable ways,” said Jason Bingham, president of Trane Technologies' Residential HVAC business. “We have provided them with some of our most efficient heat pump systems available on the market today with the goal of preserving its long-lasting legacy for the next 182 years to come."
Mimosa Hall and Gardens serves as a venue for special occasions and private events. The City of Roswell and Friends of Mimosa will continue to raise awareness about energy efficiency and renewable energy for the Roswell historical community.