Events of the last year have increased many of the long-term uncertainties facing the global energy sector, according to the International Energy Agency’s (IEA’s) World Energy Outlook 2014 (WEO-2014).

Over time, HVAC systems can become inefficient. Energy logging at the biggest loads can help identify wasted energy and potential savings. Most HVAC professionals understand that energy is wasted by inefficient systems or by operating non-critical loads at peak utility rate periods.

Amzur Technologies Inc. announced that it has released eNOS, an open source, cloud-based energy dashboard that collects, stores, processes, and presents energy use data — including HVAC energy usage — in real-time.

The Building Performance Institute Inc. (BPI) has announced the introduction of its Infiltration and Duct Leakage (IDL) certification, a task-oriented credential that verifies a candidate can successfully conduct air infiltration and duct leakage tests to the ASTM E1554-07 standard.

GridPoint, a provider of data-driven energy management systems (EMS), has announced an enhanced energy management solution powered by MicroStrategy® Inc., a leading provider of enterprise software platforms. GridPoint said the collaboration enables it to develop more robust enterprise-wide energy analytics.

Workiva, provider of a cloud-based and mobile-enabled platform for enterprises to compile, report, and analyze critical business data, has announced a strategic partnership with Urjanet, a provider of automated energy data. Workiva said this partnership will allow customers who use its Wdesk product to directly tap into Urjanet’s energy data.

Homeowners want ways to save energy and cut costs. HVAC contractors are looking for new business opportunities. And technologies like thermal imaging enable you to see and do more than ever before. Why not bring customer needs, technology, and your skills together by offering home energy audit services? Here’s how.

While September can be slightly cooler, it’s often when a/c systems stop working. The relentless heat of July and August takes a toll on a/c equipment new and old. But consumers can hack their a/c bills to save money throughout September and into the cold months ahead.

BuildingIQ has announced the release of version 4.0 of its software-as-a-service (SaaS) solution to optimize energy use in commercial buildings. The company said the new version builds upon its Predictive Energy Optimization™ software and offers streamlined analytics, increased visibility into savings, and improved managed services.

SmartWatt Energy announced that it has earned a spot on the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Qualified List of Energy Service Companies (ESCOs). This list compiles private firms in the energy efficiency industry who have submitted an extensive application and been deemed qualified by a review board of DOE staff.