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The Thermostat Recycling Corp. (TRC) showed a 13 percent increase in total U.S. collections of mercury thermostats in 2014 when compared to 2013.

Industry Unites Against Mercury Pollution

Strategic partnerships, contests boost mercury thermostat collection numbers

August 31, 2015

Since 1998, the Thermostat Recycling Corp. (TRC) has worked to collect thermostats containing mercury and properly dispose of the harmful substance by using HVAC wholesalers as collection points for contractors.

HVAC contractors are challenged with not only providing connected, intelligent comfort systems, but also updating this technology as it evolves.

More Homeowners Demanding Smart Comfort Control

Marketing awareness expected to drive sales, create opportunities for contractors

Kimberly Schwartz

August 24, 2015

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According to recent studies, the market for home automation products — including advanced thermostats — is poised for explosive growth. Many industry experts believe trends in consumer habits and technology are converging to create an increasing demand for these products.

Top Mercury Thermostat Recycler Named

Distributor recycled 1,865 thermostats

August 24, 2015

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Thermostat Recycling Corp. (TRC) named the Rockford, Illinois, branch of Johnstone Supply the top mercury thermostat recycler of 2014.

Emerson Announces Integration of White-Rodgers and Flow Controls Businesses

Combination is positioned to better serve the HVACR industry

August 11, 2015

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Emerson Climate Technologies has announced the integration of its White-Rodgers and Flow Controls businesses into a single organization as of Oct. 1, 2015. Jack Huether, president of White-Rodgers, an Emerson executive with over 30 years of experience in the HVAC industry will assume responsibility for the new entity.

Nest Announces Refresh, Partnership

Nest to partner with American Family Insurance, Liberty Mutual Insurance

August 3, 2015

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Nest Labs Inc. announced sweeping refreshes and redesigns across the company’s entire product portfolio with the introduction of Nest Cam, the second-generation Nest Protect, new features for the Nest Learning Thermostat, and a brand new app.

Fujitsu General America Inc.: Mini-split Control

August 3, 2015

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Fujitsu has introduced a Wi-Fi solution for its Halcyon line that allows installers to operate a Fujitsu Halcyon mini-split system from anywhere with a smartphone, laptop, or tablet.

European Smart Thermostat Market to Jump to $2.5 Billion in Five Years, Says Frost & Sullivan

The market currently stands at $150 million

July 30, 2015

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The European smart thermostat market is set to boom, according to a new analysis from Frost & Sullivan, which states that the European market earned revenues of $152.5 million in 2014 and forecasts that this will jump to $2.57 billion by 2019.

Report: Over 40% of Thermostats Sold in 2015 Will Be Smart Thermostats

Retail channel accounts for largest percentage of units sold

July 27, 2015

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Smart thermostats are forecast to take a larger portion of the market this year, accounting for over 40 percent of the nearly 10 million thermostats sold in the U.S., according to new smart home research from Parks Associates.

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ecobee Smart Thermostat Shines in Residential Controls Category

Thermostat earns points with the judges for its connectivity and sleek, intuitive interface

Jen Anesi

July 20, 2015

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Designed to measure temperature and occupancy in multiple locations throughout the home, ecobee Inc.’s ecobee3 smarter Wi-Fi thermostat with remote temperature sensors increases comfort and saves energy.

ecobee3 Smart Thermostat Now Available at Apple Stores

Thermostat is said to save homeowners an average of 23 percent on their heating and cooling bills

July 8, 2015

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ecobee Inc. has announced that ecobee3, the first smart thermostat to support Apple HomeKit, is now available at Apple Stores across North America. The ecobee3 uses remote sensors to deliver comfort in the rooms that matter most to homeowners.