Articles Tagged with ''energy efficiency upgrades''

Sealed Introduces Residential Energy Efficiency Insurance Program

Encourages homeowners to pay for upgrades with energy savings

March 10, 2017

Sealed announced the implementation of a residential energy efficiency insurance policy from the Hartford Steam Boiler Inspection and Insurance Co. (HSB), part of Munich RE.

HERO Program Adds 240,000 More California Homes

Program expands into 28 more California communities

March 6, 2017

HERO financing allows homeowners to pay for projects like new heating and air conditioning systems, drought-tolerant landscaping, and efficient windows and doors over time at a fixed interest rate. They do so through an additional line item on their property taxes. As a result, HERO financing payments may have tax benefits, and many homeowners see immediate savings on their utility bills by investing in efficiency upgrades.

Contemporary and Sustainable Art

The Luigi Pecci Centre for Contemporary Art once again reopened

February 20, 2017

The new Pecci Centre is innovative not only from an architectural point of view, but also in terms of its sustainable mechanical systems.
The lighting and air conditioning systems, which are the main energy expenditure in every kind of building, have been designed to offer the best internal comfort for the visitors of the centre, while guaranteeing minimal impact both on the running costs and on the environment.

New Weil-McLain Boiler Installation Drives Home Energy Savings

Expensive heating bills are a part of the past

January 23, 2017

The owner of a 2,800-square foot home in New Milford, Pennsylvania was experiencing uneven heat throughout the residence, limited hot water, and high utility costs. The installation of a new hydronic heating system helped drive home significant energy savings and ensure that “no place like home” feeling.

GreenGen to Help Reduce Energy Usage by 68% in Michigan Federal Buildings

The ESPC will guarantee first year savings of more than $151,000

December 5, 2016

Energy efficiency upgrades to 13 U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) buildings in Michigan will generate more than $3.9 million in savings to taxpayers, as part of a GSA contract awarded to Green Generation Solutions LLC (GreenGen).

Honeywell Helps Modernize Air Force Base and Save $3.5 Million a Year

Upgrades made to assembly plant’s HVAC, lighting, hot water, thermal energy systems

December 5, 2016

Honeywell and Oklahoma Gas & Electric (OG&E) announced a $19.1 million facility modernization project that is expected to reduce energy consumption by 44 percent and lower energy expenses at Tinker Air Force Base’s assembly plant.

Lime Energy Awarded DOE Grant to Complete Energy Efficiency Projects in Three Cities

Project to support small business energy efficiency in low-income communities

October 18, 2016

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.

Ameresco Partners with GSA on Deep Energy Retrofit

It will address four federal buildings in the nation’s capital

October 10, 2016

Ameresco Inc. announced that the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) has entered into an energy savings performance contract (ESPC) with Ameresco for four federal buildings in Washington, District of Columbia, as part of the GSA’s National Deep Energy Retrofit Program.

Siemens Implements Energy Savings Upgrades at the Superdome

Stadium to save more than $6.5 million over the course of the 10-year performance contract

September 21, 2016

The Louisiana Stadium and Exposition District (LSED) and Siemens are working together to implement technological advancements and energy efficiency upgrades at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome.

ABM to Save the City of Temple Terrace Approximately $1.5 Million

Company selected to provide extensive facility improvements and energy efficiency upgrades

September 19, 2016

ABM, a leading provider of facility solutions, has signed an agreement to implement comprehensive infrastructure improvements through its energy performance contracting program for the city of Temple Terrace in Florida.

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