The Gambia HVAC News & Trends

ABB and CERN, the European Laboratory for Particle Physics, have identified significant energy-saving potential through a strategic research partnership focused on the cooling and ventilation system at one of the world’s leading laboratories for particle physics institutes, located in Geneva, Switzerland. The study included energy efficiency audits which have helped to identify a savings potential of 17.4 percent across a fleet of 800 motors. energy consumption roadmap The research, con...

Delta, a global pioneer in power management and provider of IoT-based smart green solutions, announces its participation in the MCE - Mostra Convegno Expocomfort 2024to launch a comprehensive range of new EC Axial fans, centrifugal blowers, and EC motors. Designed to set new benchmarks in energy efficiency, reliability, and performance while reducing system noise, these products feature advancements such as over 90% motor power efficiency, innovative impeller designs for enhanced airflow, and s...

On John Kerry’s announced departure as U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for Climate Change, Nathaniel Keohane - President, Center for Climate and Energy Solutions (C2ES) said: “John Kerry is one of the most dedicated and effective pioneers on climate change America has ever seen, with an influence that reaches far beyond our own borders." He adds, "As a U.S. Senator, he participated in the Commerce Committee’s global warming hearings as far back as 1989, and he later led b...

Hoshizaki America, Inc., a major innovator in commercial kitchen equipment, is proud to announce the ground-breaking for its new two-story warehouse, located adjacent to its current manufacturing facility in Peachtree City, Georgia, USA. The ground-breaking marks the beginning of construction for a 120,000 square foot facility that will revolutionize Hoshizaki’s material flow throughout fabrication and assembly processes for its commercial ice machines. This investment in infrastructure...

Statement of Nathaniel Keohane, President, of the Center for Climate and Energy Solutions (C2ES), “With the impacts of climate change becoming clearer every year and being felt in every corner of the country, requiring publicly traded firms to disclose information about climate risk is a no-brainer, not from a climate point of view, but from an investment point of view." "Investors can’t make informed decisions in a vacuum, and climate change will affect every aspect of businesses,...

Intelligent power management company - Eaton has again been recognized by Ethisphere, a global major in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices, as one of the 2024 World’s Most Ethical Companies. Grounded in Ethisphere’s proprietary Ethics Quotient®, the World’s Most Ethical Companies assessment process includes more than 200 questions on culture, environmental and social practices, ethics and compliance activities, governance, diversity and init...

As India ramps up efforts to decarbonize its rapidly growing infrastructure of buildings, the Mahindra Group, one of India’s pioneering industrial enterprises, and Johnson Controls, the global pioneer in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings announced the first-of-its-kind Net Zero Buildings Initiative to decarbonize India’s commercial, urban residential and public buildings.  The joint initiative will simplify access to key information and resources to help organizations s...

Business Development Resources (BDR), the training and business coaching authority for home services industry professionals, has been recognized as a top workplace by Seattle Business Magazine, the Pacific Northwest’s premier business publication and pioneering employee engagement and workplace culture experts. For the second consecutive year, BDR was named one of Washington’s Best Companies to Work For in Seattle Business Magazine’s annual ranking of employers who p...

Mitsubishi Electric, a global pioneer in the manufacture and sale of heat pumps, electric, and electronic equipment, is thrilled to announce its sponsorship and role as the official heating and cooling partner for the Ideal Home Show 2024. This underscores Mitsubishi Electric's residential heating's commitment to promoting sustainability and home comfort. Home living environment The Ideal Home Show is an iconic event that brings together industry experts, innovative products, and cutting-edge...

The number of women in the workforce reached a record high in 2023. Yet, the U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics reported that only 10% of mechanical engineers and only 2.3% of HVAC mechanics and installers are women. As the HVAC industry continues to evolve, Johnson Controls believes a diverse workforce that empowers women is crucial for continued growth. women STEM graduates "As a woman business pioneer and engineer, it is extremely exciting to see the increasing numbers of women STEM...

Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator, has received the 2024 World’s Most Ethical Companies® recognition by Ethisphere, a pioneer in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices. This year, 136 honorees were recognized spanning 20 countries and 44 industries. Trane Technologies is one of ten honorees in the industrial manufacturing category. The World's Most Ethical Companies assessment is grounded in Ethisphere's proprietary EthicsQuotient®, an exte...

Interplay Learning, the global provider of immersive skilled trades training, has been named one of America’s Best Startup Employers by the trusted business publication - Forbes. The America's Best Startup Employers ranking examines best-performing startups as employers through defined KPIs. The goal is to guide potential candidates in finding innovative and stable startups to work for. Workplace culture “Attracting and retaining top talent is essential for organizations that want...

ECM Technologies, a pioneer in HVAC efficiency and energy conservation, has named Andrew Soulier as its first Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO). In this role, Andrew Soulier will oversee all aspects of sustainability for the business, including strategic leadership, market development, and stakeholder engagement. He is also responsible for embedding environmental stewardship and leading practice in all aspects of manufacturing, operations, and distribution. Prior roles of Andrew Soulier Ext...

Heat Geek, the sustainable energy start-up, has announced a £3.7 million Seed funding round, bringing the total raised in 2023 to £ 4.2 million to power its mission to decarbonize homes via heat pump technology on a national scale. Nearly half the gas consumed in the UK each year goes on heating. Electric heat pumps use electricity rather than burning gas or oil. They are also highly efficient and consume around a fifth of the energy of a gas boiler for the same heat output. New di...

 Johnson Controls, the globally renowned company for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, has received the 2024 World's Most Ethical Companies® recognition by Ethisphere, a global pioneer in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices, marking the 17th time Johnson Controls has been named to this list.  Ethics at Johnson Controls "What we do every day at Johnson Controls makes the world more productive, more secure, and more sustainable. Creating winn...

Sensibo, the major Climate Tech company combining smart ACs with a more sustainable world, has released its 2023 Climate Impact report. The report outlines the remarkable achievements of Smart HVAC technology in 2023, where Sensibo successfully mitigated 111,011 gross tons of CO2-eq–equivalent to eliminating over 22,000 gasoline-powered vehicles from the roads for an entire year. Additionally, the company saved 272 GWh of energy and managed 868 MW. Sensibo’s smart heating products...

Belimo achieved strong results and continued to deliver on its growth strategy despite complex economic conditions. Belimo pursued its long-term growth and investment strategy unwaveringly and successfully throughout 2023. Thanks to highly engaged employees and a strong network of suppliers, Belimo was able to master the year’s challenges exceptionally well. In line with its strategy, the Group welcomed almost 100 additional new talents during the year under review. Belimo invests in res...

The flammability of the new class of low-GWP refrigerants is a source of misunderstanding and unnecessary anxiety among contractors who will be working with the newer materials, which must be used by HVAC equipment manufactured beginning Jan. 1, 2025.   A2L refrigerants The newer A2L refrigerants, specifically R-454B, perform similarly to previously used materials such as R-410A, and flammability is so mild as to be almost negligible. What’s needed is more education to make co...

Honeywell announced that Hisense, a global consumer electronics and appliance manufacturer, will incorporate Honeywell's energy-efficient Solstice low-global warming potential (GWP) refrigerant into its residential air conditioning units. Hisense units will use Honeywell Solstice® 454B, a low-GWP refrigerant acknowledged for its outstanding performance in both cooling and heating. Hisense’s decision to integrate Honeywell’s Solstice refrigerant is in line with glo...

At MCE 2024, CAREL will be presenting solutions with a specific focus on energy efficiency, sustainability, and indoor air quality. All CAREL’s solutions will be exhibited at stand A31-B42, hall 11, offering visitors the opportunity to discover the latest HVAC/R innovations for smart system management and reduced environmental impact. The European Green Deal has defined a very clear path to decarbonization, with buildings playing a crucial role and HVAC systems representing the main area...

Hecoclima, an important company within the Geoclima group, is always at the forefront of innovation in the sustainable heating and cooling sector.  Hecoclima is pleased to announce the market launch of new reversible heat pumps. Designed to meet power needs ranging from 400 to 900 kW, the new models are added to the extensive catalog of the existing ProSeries green range. green and high-performing ProSeries covering powers between 30 and 900 kW, is Hecoclima’s eco-friendly range, e...

Low-carbon heating and cooling for every UK home is one step closer as Kensa breaks ground with the next generation of heating. By 2050 millions of UK homes will need to decarbonise their heating and, with the launch of its new small and powerful Shoebox NX Ground Source Heat Pump, Kensa is unlocking a proven, Net-Zero-ready solution. Ground Source Heat Pump Kensa’s solution - Networked Ground Source Heat Pumps replicates the familiarity and accessibility of gas networks and enables the...

A brand-new Green Skills Hub has opened its doors at Stockport College, Manchester, in a bid to tackle the UK’s green skills gap–officially launched by Andy Burnham, Mayor of Greater Manchester. The launch is a continuation of Daikin UK, a pioneering eco-heating technology brand, and its partnership with Quantum Group, one of the UK’s top providers of renewable and decarbonization training, to upskill the next generation of renewable heating professionals. Hands-on practical...

Danfoss is supporting the transition to low GWP refrigerants with its new DST G series of A2L refrigerant detection sensors, which feature a revolutionary patented inverted design.  DST G series As HFC phasedown continues and A2L refrigerants become more widely adopted, the G series of sensors allows building owners and HVAC/R manufacturers to implement these new refrigerants with confidence. Thermal conductivity provides the best solution for A2L gas sensing. Built with thermal conducti...

Some of the hottest industry issues, including Government targets to install 600,000 heat pumps a year, will be discussed as a major trade body visits TG Lynes. The Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) is holding a meeting for members of its Heating & Plumbing Services (HPS) subgroup on March 27, 2024. The event will be hosted by TG Lynes at the Enfield base of the pioneering heating, plumbing, and air movement materials supplier. Members will have a chance to tour the facility...

Bradford White Corporation, an industry-renowned American manufacturer of water heaters, boilers, and storage tanks, is continuing its commitment to support training the workforce of the future, by providing strategic in-kind grant funding to the Center for Employment Training (CET), a national nonprofit technical training school. The grant, which stems from Bradford White’s signature charitable giving initiative, Industry Forward®, includes the purchase of nine 50-gallon AeroTherm&re...

Airmo Inc. Pressure Technologies, an industry pioneer in high-pressure technologies manufacturing, named Lucas Schmit as a Customer Relationship Engineer. Schmit will bring his vast knowledge of engineering to match clients’ unique needs with the best high-pressure systems, tools, and services. “Lucas brings a technical perspective and a personable communication style to help strengthen our customer communications and business relationships, as we continue to provide clients with th...

A new £37 million residential development in Sheffield, United Kingdom (UK) is benefiting from sustainable and efficient heating, courtesy of Taconova’s market-renowned Heat Interface Units (HIUs). The Ironworks Situated on Scotland Street, the Ironworks has been developed by Rise Homes and brings much-needed quality rented accommodation to Sheffield. Building work began in January 2021 on the site of the former Queens Hotel, and in September 2023, Rise Homes and Taconova were joi...

Big 5 Construct Saudi, the largest construction event in the Kingdom, became a dynamic hub of innovation and advancement on the second day of the exhibition. Running until 29 February, the event witnessed several product launches and live demonstrations, drawing visitors and potential buyers.   products and technologies “Building upon the momentum of the first day, exhibitors spared no effort in showcasing their latest products and technologies, drawing crowds eager to witness...

Power management company Eaton announces its Mobility Group is expanding its mobile power products portfolio with the introduction of the Bezares 3960, 2500 and 500 series power takeoff (PTO) units, as well as APSCO APV and APG series directional hydraulic control valves. The new offerings will be introduced at the Work Truck Show, March 5-8 in Indianapolis. APSCO, an Eaton distribution partner, offers a complementary, versatile product line with a large installed base. These valve offerings wi...