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Katie McGinty, the Vice President and Chief Sustainability and External Relations Officer at Johnson Controls, joined CNBC Co-Anchors - Karen Tso and Arabile Gumede for a live broadcast on June 30, 2023 to talk about: the imperative for decarbonization to tackle the 40% of global greenhouse gas emissions coming from buildings; the clean, green premium driving growth in the real estate sector; the AI revolution driving that transformation in buildings; and ESG as just good business to cut waste a...

Paving the way for a more climate-conscious future, hydronic comfort heating solutions pioneer Weil-McLain® has announced that its Ultra Oil, WGO, WTGO, and SGO residential oil boilers are certified for use with biofuel blends up to 20% (B20). This achievement has been made possible through collaboration with industry pioneers Carlin Combustion and R.W. Beckett, as Weil-McLain validates the adaptability of their burners to the elevated blend of biofuel when combined with its popular oil-fir...

Eco-heating and cooling technology brand Daikin UK has partnered with Quantum Group, one of the UK’s top providers of renewables and decarbonization training, to roll out to approximately 150 further education colleges that offer built environment study programs. This innovative partnership is the first of its kind in the UK. Bridging green skills gaps The UK is facing a major challenge to fill the green skills gaps needed to meet the Government’s ambitious target of net zero by 2...

Worldwide demand for sustainable cooling and ventilation solutions continue to grow, and government policy is starting to reflect the societal movement towards reducing the impact of industrialization on the planet. The cooling industry is no exception, and it continues to be challenged to find more efficient solutions, that deliver reduced emissions, reduced energy consumption and reduced waste, without compromising on performance. This article highlights how taking a systems approach to chill...

Almost three quarters (71%) of heating installers in the UK do not think that the updates to Part L are a good step in the right direction for the industry and a further quarter (23%) think that the updates to Part L need to go further to have a real impact, according to new research from Polypipe Building Products. This comes as the deadline to comply with the updates to Part L of the Building Regulations, which covers the energy performance of new and existing buildings, passed last month. Th...

Franklin Electric Co., Inc. recently announced its planned expansion to its line of condensate pumps with the introduction of the VCMA-20-PRO series. With the slimmest footprint of all Little Giant condensate pumps, the VCMA-20-PRO Series offers the broadest range of installation flexibility, allowing for critical condensate removal from air conditioning, refrigeration, and dehumidification equipment even in tight spaces. The pump is also suitable for high-efficiency oil and gas-fired condensin...

Trane Technologies (TT), a global climate innovator, has been recognized by Fast Company as one of the 2023 Best Workplaces for Innovators. The list ranks 100 global companies from a variety of industries that empower its employees to create new products, invent new ways of doing business or improve processes. Trane Technologies was also named as a finalist in the Sustainability category. “Relentlessly innovating for a more sustainable world is core to our business strategy, and every day...

Trane Residential, a residential HVAC brand, has teamed up with FilterTime, a home air filter subscription company co-founded by NASCAR® driver - Blake Koch to offer homeowners the convenience of purchasing air filters and having them delivered to their door with free shipping through Trane Filters powered by FilterTime. one-time purchase With the new service, customers can make a one-time purchase or sign up for an ongoing subscription by using the Trane Home app or visiting TraneFilters....

Airzone, a provider of intelligent and innovative HVAC control solutions announces a new integration with Lutron, the global pioneer in lighting and shading control solutions.  This integration enables precise temperature control and category-pioneering HVAC energy efficiency via Lutron’s Homeworks home automation system.  Innovation in Energy and Elegance  Airzone specializes in smart HVAC system control. Over the past 25 years, Airzone has built an exclusive library of...

Hoshizaki America, Inc. (hereafter ‘Hoshizaki’), a globally renowned manufacturer of commercial kitchen equipment based in Peachtree City, Georgia, sued Blue Air FSE LLC and its parent company, Bluenix Co., Ltd., for patent infringement in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California and has filed a complaint requesting that the International Trade Commission institute a related patent infringement investigation. In these lawsuits, Hoshizaki accuses several Blue Ai...

RunTru by Trane, a brand that delivers dependable, cost-effective HVAC solutions announced the launch of their new website, RunTruHVAC.com. all-in-one destination The launch of RunTruHVAC.com provides homeowners with an all-in-one destination to seek out product support before and after making a purchase decision. RunTru’s website will deliver a new way for consumers to connect with quality dealers across North America, and access RunTru products and services that are endorsed by A...

Interplay Learning, the globally renowned provider of immersive training solutions for the skilled trades, announced the launch of its new driving safety training. Designed to address the crucial need for workplace safety among trade companies worldwide, this innovative training can equip employees with the necessary skills to be safe and secure while driving on the job. Interplay’s new driving safety training Interplay’s newly introduced driving safety training offers courses ta...

Mitsubishi Electric has marked the 30th anniversary of its factory in Livingston, Scotland, an advanced facility for the manufacture of heat pumps as the nation looks to reach net zero. Livingston plant Established in 1993, the Livingston plant has been manufacturing air conditioning units for 30 years and producing heat pumps for installation across the UK and Europe since 2009.  Currently, it is the largest heat pump manufacturer in the UK, employing 1,840 people and helping to support...

New Hampshire utilities last week proposed to refine their energy efficiency programs under the banner “NHSaves,” and extend them for three years. The state’s Public Utilities Commission (PUC) will be reviewing the proposal but has in recent years taken a skeptical stance on the value of energy efficiency. In a time of concerns about inflation, the proposal would ensure the continuation of cost-saving programs without the risk of interruption, and the PUC ought to approv...

Construction machines worldwide emit the equivalent to the emissions from global aviation with 50% of these emissions coming from excavators alone. Immediate attention to the possibilities for reducing carbon emissions from heavy vehicles such as construction vehicles is necessary to reach global climate goals, according to the latest whitepaper from Danfoss. New Danfoss Impact whitepaper Launching the new Danfoss Impact whitepaper at the UIA’s World Congress of Architects in Copenhagen...

Following the arrival of the UK Government’s £5 million Heat Pump Training Grant, Baxi has launched its own installer incentive scheme, pairing the Government vouchers with valuable Baxi Works points. The Heat Training Grant supports trainees in England taking short training courses relevant to heat pumps and heat networks with grants of up to £500 towards eligible courses, such as those offered by Baxi. Baxi’s installer incentive scheme Baxi will also support trainees...

Viessmann has added three new, lower output variants to its popular Vitocal 150-A/151-A domestic air source heat pump range. The 4, 6, and 8 kW models complement the existing 10, 13, and 16 kW heat pumps launched in 2022, providing a wider choice of outputs and allowing heating modernization projects suited to a broader range of properties. Vitocal 150-A/151-A models All Vitocal 150-A/151-A models provide both heating and cooling and are available to purchase for connection to a single-p...

As the new Future Standard comes into force and the UK works towards achieving net-zero ambitions by 2050, the domestic heating sector is set to go through a revolution over the coming years. With UK homeowners seeking greener home heating alternatives, heating manufacturer - Alpha has launched a new addition to its existing heat pump range. Alpha Hydro The Alpha Hydro is a single-phase solution that pairs with a pre-plumbed 200-liter cylinder and Smartech controls The Alpha Hydro is a...

De Rigo Refrigeration, one of the major Italian manufacturers of commercial refrigeration units and cells has officially joined the Eurovent family as the association’s newest Corresponding Member. De Rigo Refrigeration manufactures remote and plug-in refrigeration cabinets, cold rooms and refrigeration rack systems which are designed for maximum system performance. De Rigo Refrigeration joins Eurovent Founded in 1965, with its initial production of plug-in refrigerated counters and col...

There are 30 million homes and buildings in the UK, and they account for approximately a quarter of UK emissions. The government, which has gone as far as adding a legal duty to the Energy Bill that must achieve net zero by 2050, has made its bet on tackling this source of pollution; heat pumps.  To reveal how the government’s plan is progressing, Harding Heating researched the people installing heat pumps, how satisfied they are with them, what is standing in the way of the go...

Britta Permats is the Managing Director at Svensk Ventilation (The Swedish Ventilation Association), where she previously served as Technical and Environmental Manager. As part of their ‘Faces of the Eurovent Commission’ series, she gave a synopsis of the Swedish IAQ and IEQ initiatives that Svensk Ventilation participates in. Britta Permats has been long involved in the Eurovent Commission and several Task Forces of Eurovent. She is a Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)...

Eurovent, REHVA, and Nordic Ventilation Group have launched a common proposal on implementing Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ) requirements introduced by EPBD under revision. These new provisions added by the Commission's and Parliament's initiative, represent an important step forward to ensure healthy and comfortable IEQ in buildings. Guidelines and examples In this document, IEQ substance and requirements are explained just on a few pages In this document, IEQ substance and requiremen...

New “Smart Store” will work as Danfoss’ test center for energy efficiency technology. "The Smart Store" is expected to be approximately 50% more energy efficient compared to a typical supermarket with a first-generation CO2 refrigeration system. New flagship “Smart Store” supermarket in Nordborg, Denmark: Runs off sustainable energy sources Reuses the excess heat created by cooling cases, reducing supermarket heating costs by up to 90% Not only operates as a...

Air Movement and Control Association (AMCA) International Inc. and Asia AMCA announce they have entered into a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Indian Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air Conditioning Engineers (ISHRAE). Per the agreement, AMCA International, Asia AMCA, and ISHRAE agree to exchange information and work together to conduct studies related to safety and health in the built environment, with particular emphasis on heating, ventilating, air conditioning, and refriger...

Trane by Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator, announced multiple new products and service enhancements to support, simplify, and streamline the path toward greater efficiency, electrification, decarbonization, and regulatory compliance. The newest Trane releases include: Axiom™ Rooftop Water Source Heat Pumps with Symbio® 700 Trane® / Mitsubishi Electric s-MEXT Symbio® Unit Controllers for Air Handling Systems and Water Source Heat Pumps Connected Mechanical S...

Trane® - by Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator, and Santikos Entertainment announce that the theater has achieved an annual 30% energy savings as a result of comprehensive energy and infrastructure upgrades on six Santikos theaters. The annual savings involve 3,800,000 kWh in electricity. Using the EPA’s Greenhouse Gas Equivalency Calculator to convert to carbon metrics, this is equivalent to the annual energy consumption of approximately 340 households. Theater guests en...

RunTru, a brand that delivers budget-friendly heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) products that are built to last, alongside Ameristar, a brand known for providing durable and dependable systems, has released respective 19 SEER2 Multi-Zone Ductless Systems to help homeowners maintain a comfortable temperature within their home. Designed to help reduce environmental impact, the new RunTru and Ameristar 19 SEER2 Multi-Zone Systems provide homeowners with more efficient, value-priced...

The National Air Duct Cleaners Association (NADCA) also known as the HVAC Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Association announces that its 2023 Fall Technical Conference will take place September 7-9, 2023 at the Embassy Suites in Grapevine, Texas, just outside of Dallas, USA. Fall Technical Conference NADCA’s Fall Technical Conference is an annual event that provides education to air duct cleaning technicians throughout every stage of their careers. It features hands-on training tha...

Ruskin® announces Jay Ramkumar will serve as its new Executive Director of National Sales. In his role, Ramkumar will lead in building and maintaining strong, long-lasting relationships with Ruskin customers. 19 years of experience Previously, Director of Louvers and Architectural Solutions and Product Application and Sales Support for Ruskin, Ramkumar brings nearly 19 years of experience in the application and design of HVAC systems to his new role. During his time as Director of Product...

IAQmatters, a joint initiative of HVAC manufacturers in Europe and the Middle East, which provides solutions to ensure a healthy indoor climate, has welcomed Dr. Iyad Al Attar as the initiatives’ new Patron. Dr. Iyad Al Attar, Visiting Academic Fellow (Cranfield University) and Strategic Director (Waterloo Filtration Institute), is a mechanical engineer, air filtration consultant, and environmental enthusiast. He has gained expertise in Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) from various positions, suc...