As part of its SunShot Initiative, the Department of Energy (DOE) announced $12 million in new funding aimed at streamlining and standardizing local solar permitting, zoning, metering, and connection processes.
Cintas and Carhartt are still seeking entries for their second annual Cold Crew Contest, which recognizes individuals in the U.S. and Canada who withstand the toughest winter working conditions.
Lochinvar named its November winners in its VIP Contractor program, with two contractors winning an all-expenses paid trip for two to Nashville for the world’s largest country music festival in June.
WATT Fuel Cell Corp., a developer and manufacturer of solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) systems, has announced the establishment of a strategic licensing and supply agreement with Parker Hannifin Corp. The agreement allows for Parker’s production of a family of propane-driven, SOFC-based products.
Computer Guidance Corp., a leading developer of financial and project management software for architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) companies, has announced the renewal of its strategic partnership with the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC).
The Building Performance Institute Inc. (BPI) is seeking volunteers to serve on a scheme committee for its Whole House HVAC Quality Maintenance certification program. All committee members will earn up to 12 BPI CEUs for their participation on the scheme committee.
HVACR contractors looking for plentiful job opportunities, high salaries, available training and large numbers of service calls should head for California or Ohio, according to a list of top states to work in HVACR compiled by Emerson Climate Technologies.
The California Council on Science and Technology has released the next in its series of studies documenting the technology required to meet the state’s goal to cut greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions 80 percent below 1990 levels by 2050.