Articles Tagged with ''Department of Energy (DOE)''

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced the first major software update to its Home Energy Scoring Tool. DOE said the Home Energy Scoring Tool allows homebuyers to compare homes on an apples-to-apples basis and provides recommendations for energy efficiency improvements.

Southland Energy, a division of Southland Industries, announced that it has been approved by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) as a qualified energy service company. The certification validates Southland Energy’s track record of helping federal agencies reduce costs through energy savings solutions.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has awarded nearly $4 million to 13 states to increase statewide energy savings and boost the energy efficiency of public institutions, local governments, and industrial sectors.

ASHRAE has accepted an invitation from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to join an effort aimed at improving building performance through a better prepared workforce. The goal is to advance the skill sets of engineers and other professionals involved in building design, operation, and commissioning.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) recognized more than 120 manufacturers that are saving on energy costs and cutting greenhouse gas emissions via its Better Buildings, Better Plants Program. 

A new study by Steven Nadel and Andrew deLaski examines the estimated benefits of U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) appliance standards relative to the estimated costs, finding DOE only sets standards that it finds are cost-effective to consumers.

HARDI seeks comments for Industry Supply Chain Scorecard Definitions; DOE seeks comments for proposed walk-in coolers and freezers energy conservation standards; Institute of Refrigeration seeks nominations for J&E Hall Intl. Gold Medal; and more.

The Commercial Heating, Ventilation, and Air-Conditioning (HVAC), Water Heating (WH), and Refrigeration Certification Working Group has issued a report to the Appliance Standards and Rulemaking Federal Advisory Committee (ASRAC) regarding certification requirements for HVAC, water heating, and refrigeration equipment.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice of proposed rulemaking regarding energy conservation standards for walk-in coolers and walk-in freezers. A public meeting has also been scheduled for October.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a pre-publication Federal Register notice of proposed rulemaking regarding energy conservation standards for commercial refrigeration equipment.