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Energy Management Systems Market to Reach $58.59 Billion by 2022

Technological advancements coupled with rising commercialization of innovative products expected to fuel growth

April 27, 2016

The global energy management systems (EMS) market was valued at $20.49 billion in 2014, and is forecast to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) exceeding 14 percent from 2015 to 2022, reaching $58.59 billion by 2022, according to a report from Grand View Research.

Multi-zone systems are rising in relevance, and their ability to be used in residential, light-commercial, and commercial applications is helping to spur their growth.

Comparing and Contrasting Different Ductless System Designs

Single- and multi-zone ductless systems both have roles to play in the HVAC industry’s future

Nick Kostora

April 25, 2016

According to Navigant Research, annual revenue from energy-efficient HVAC systems will grow from $17.2 billion in 2013 to $33.2 billion by 2020. With ductless systems set to account for nearly 30 percent of all North American energy-efficient HVAC system revenue by 2020, the market for both single- and multi-zone ductless systems is booming.

NREL Raises Rooftop Photovoltaic Estimate

The current estimate is significantly greater than a previous NREL analysis

April 25, 2016

The analysis reveals a technical potential of 1,118 gigawatts (GW) of capacity and 1,432 terawatt-hours (TWh) of annual energy generation, equivalent to 39 percent of the nation’s electricity sales.

This style of ventilation introduces a small amount of outside air directly into the return duct of a system.

Ventilation a Pivotal Part of Home-performance Installations

Homeowners considering tactics such as air sealing to save energy and money

Nicole Krawcke

April 18, 2016

As home-performance contractors spend considerable time sealing air leakage in homes, much of the responsibility of educating homeowners about the benefits of proper ventilation lands on them.

How to Build a Successful HVAC Home-performance Business

Audit, test, insulate, and verify

Don Rackler

April 18, 2016

At Jon Wayne Heating and Air Conditioning, we have been offering home-performance services for many years. But, how do we do it, and what exactly are we doing?

While the level of excitement surrounding home-performance contracting has waned for some, many still see great benefits and potential in the marketplace.

Is Home Performance Still in High Demand?

Contractors offer varying opinions, strategies, and approaches to home performance

Nick Kostora

April 11, 2016

The energy and excitement was certainly present among contractors across the nation, and while it has waned for some, many still see great benefits and potential in the home-performance marketplace.

Global Energy Management Systems Market to Reach $35.92 Billion by 2024

Growing use expected in various applications including the building, home, and industrial sectors

April 5, 2016

Global market revenue for energy management systems stood at $9.87 billion in 2014 and is forecast to reach $35.92 billion by 2024, increasing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.4 percent from 2016 to 2024, according to a report from Transparency Market Research.

DOE Publishes a Notice of Open Meetings Pertaining the Circulator Pumps Working Group

March 23, 2016

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a Federal Register notice of open meetings pertaining to the circulator pumps working group.

A study conducted by Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute’s (AHRI’s) Zone Control System Technology (ZCST) product section revealed that properly installed bypass dampers may positively impact a cooling system’s EER.

Bypass Ducts, Zoning Receive Boost from AHRI

New study finds positive effects when properly installing bypass dampers

Nick Kostora

March 21, 2016

A new study conducted by AHRI's Zone Control System Technology product section revealed that bypass-type single-stage cooling zoning systems may positively influence an HVAC system’s EER.

South Carolina Approves Geothermal Tax Credit

H 3874 provides an income tax credit to any individual or business installing geothermal

March 21, 2016

The law allows a tax credit against the income tax liability of a taxpayer equal to 25 percent of the costs incurred by the taxpayer in the purchase and installation of geothermal machinery in or on a facility in South Carolina and owned by the taxpayer.