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Franklin Energy Services LLC, a leading national energy efficiency program implementation firm, announced that it has expanded its services for PowerStream, signing a multi-year contract. The firm will manage and implement its local Business Refrigeration Incentives Program.

ServiceBench has announced the launch of a new supply chain service that enables a direct web connection from its cloud-based service business management software platforms to suppliers of replacement HVAC, appliance, and other service and repair parts.

The Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors — National Association (PHCC) Educational Foundation has announced the winners of its 2016 scholarships. Twenty-two students were awarded a total of $38,500 in scholarships.

Controlco, a building automation company, announced it is transferring its software business to Kodaro LLC, a startup company with operations in California’s Bay Area. Software hosting and development for Controlco products will be managed by Kodaro.

A new U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)-led Smart Energy Analytics Campaign has been announced to encourage the use of energy-saving building analytics platforms — also known as energy management information system (EMIS) technologies — in commercial buildings nationwide.

The global waste heat recovery system market was valued at $44.14 billion in 2015, and is projected to reach $65.87 billion by 2021, increasing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.9 percent between 2016 and 2021, according to a new report published by MarketsandMarkets.

ecobee Inc. has announced the launch of its ecobee3 lite smart thermostat. The company said the new device is designed to deliver superior comfort, control, and energy savings at a lower cost. The thermostat will be available for purchase across North America on Oct. 31, 2016.

Renovate America and Renew Financial, two of the nation’s leading Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) financing providers, welcomed a new California law that will provide an industry-wide framework for PACE financing. 

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.

The global building energy management systems (BEMS) market is forecast to surpass $6 billion by 2023, according to a report from Global Market Insights Inc. Increasing regulatory pressure due to increasing energy waste in buildings is predicted to drive the industry over the coming years.