The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the winner of its third annual Energy Star National Building Competition — Demarest Elementary School, Bloomfield, N.J., which documented a 52.1 percent reduction in energy use.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released a list of U.S. metropolitan areas with the most Energy Star-certified buildings in 2012.

Mitsubishi Electric Cooling & Heating announced it has nine systems that qualify for the Energy Star Most Efficient 2013 designation.

The ever-changing world of refrigeration equipment regulations is getting an update. A recently published white paper addresses a variety of topics, including new Energy Star standards, new legislation affecting refrigerated display cases, and required certifications for commercial foodservice equipment.

Taco launches “March to Efficiency” promotion; Camfil Farr changes name to Camfil; Johnson Controls named a Bronze Class Sustainability Leader; Emerson Climate Technologies’ program wins social media marketing award; Arkema joins Window and Door Manufacturers Association; Fulton Cos.’ chief engineer named to three National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors subcommittees; Follett earns Energy Star for its Horizon ice machines.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Energy Star program launched the 2012 National Building Competition: Battle of the Buildings with a record 3,200 buildings across the country going head-to-head to improve energy efficiency, lower utility costs, and protect health and the environment.

Perlick Corp., which makes package bar equipment, beverage dispensing systems, and residential undercounter refrigeration, has announced that its patented Signature Series 48-inch freezer/refrigerator (HP48FR) has been awarded the Energy Star® Most Efficient designation for 2012.

Lochinvar boiler to appear on upcoming episode of PBS’s “Hometime”; Johnson Controls announces York products recognized as Energy Star Most Efficient of 2012; Daikin McQuay’s Rebel commercial rooftop system recognized as first to meet DOE rooftop unit challenge.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has named Hoshizaki America Inc. as a 2012 Award for Excellence in Energy Star Promotion winner for “outstanding contributions to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by sponsoring significant consumer education efforts promoting energy-efficient products.”

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) awarded Panasonic Home & Environment Co. the 2012 Energy Star® Sustained Excellence award in recognition of its continued leadership in manufacturing innovative and energy-efficient ventilation fans.