As old induction units inevitably decline in efficiency, facility owners and managers are faced with critical decisions: upgrade to more modern induction units or embark on extensive, costly renovation projects to overhaul entire HVAC systems.
Future Market Insights (FMI) delivers key insights on the commercial refrigeration systems market in its latest report titled, “Commercial Refrigeration System Market: U.S. Industry Analysis and Opportunity Assessment, 2015-2025.” According to the report, the U.S. commercial refrigeration systems market is projected to expand at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.2 percent in terms of value over the forecast period.
Sealed announced the implementation of a residential energy efficiency insurance policy from the Hartford Steam Boiler Inspection and Insurance Co. (HSB), part of Munich RE.
HERO financing allows homeowners to pay for projects like new heating and air conditioning systems, drought-tolerant landscaping, and efficient windows and doors over time at a fixed interest rate. They do so through an additional line item on their property taxes. As a result, HERO financing payments may have tax benefits, and many homeowners see immediate savings on their utility bills by investing in efficiency upgrades.
The new Pecci Centre is innovative not only from an architectural point of view, but also in terms of its sustainable mechanical systems.
The lighting and air conditioning systems, which are the main energy expenditure in every kind of building, have been designed to offer the best internal comfort for the visitors of the centre, while guaranteeing minimal impact both on the running costs and on the environment.
The owner of a 2,800-square foot home in New Milford, Pennsylvania was experiencing uneven heat throughout the residence, limited hot water, and high utility costs. The installation of a new hydronic heating system helped drive home significant energy savings and ensure that “no place like home” feeling.
Energy efficiency upgrades to 13 U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) buildings in Michigan will generate more than $3.9 million in savings to taxpayers, as part of a GSA contract awarded to Green Generation Solutions LLC (GreenGen).
Honeywell and Oklahoma Gas & Electric (OG&E) announced a $19.1 million facility modernization project that is expected to reduce energy consumption by 44 percent and lower energy expenses at Tinker Air Force Base’s assembly plant.
Lime Energy Co. has been awarded a funding agreement by the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy to design and deliver “Achieving Energy Efficiency in Small Businesses in Low-Income Areas,” an energy efficiency program for low-income communities.
Ameresco Inc. announced that the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) has entered into an energy savings performance contract (ESPC) with Ameresco for four federal buildings in Washington, District of Columbia, as part of the GSA’s National Deep Energy Retrofit Program.