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Senate Bills Aim to Push HVAC Electrification

HEATR offers tax credits for heat pumps, ICEE HOT provides rebates

July 3, 2022

Two new bills pending in the U.S. Senate are designed to speed the electrification of HVAC systems, decrease the amount of fossil fuels used in buildings, and cut carbon emissions.

Electrification and Other Industry Trends

June 14, 2022

In the latest episode of The NEWSMakers podcast, Kyle Gargaro, editorial director for The ACHR NEWS, talks to John Galyen from Danfoss.

Navigating A Summer of Electricity Uncertainty

Power outages may become more common as demand outstrips supply

Joanna R. Turpin

May 28, 2022

There’s nothing better than a comfortable, air conditioned home during summer. Unfortunately, that may be in jeopardy, as electric grid operators around the country warn of possible shortages.

Demand for Evaporative Cooling Comes from Fast-Growing Markets

Hot industries, including data center and bitcoin miners, look to technology

Ted Craig

May 11, 2022

Evaporative cooling is growing in demand as cooling needs are expanding.

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Bergdorf Goodman Store Installs Low-GWP Chillers

Trane is helping the luxury retailer with its decarbonization plan

April 29, 2022

Trane Technologies and Neiman Marcus Group are collaborating to decarbonize the luxury retailer’s footprint through renewable energy, electrification, energy efficiency, and refrigerant management.

Heat Pumps: Their Role in Decarbonization

John Sheff

April 13, 2022

Across the country, state and local governments are mandating lower building emissions, pushing building owners to full electrification. Building codes and natural gas bans, however, only target new construction.

The Unintended Consequences of Electrification

End users could find themselves with limited choices, higher electric bills, and less comfort

Joanna R. Turpin

April 12, 2022

While proponents claim that electrification is necessary to reduce global warming, critics say that it limits choices for consumers and that some electric technologies may not be as efficient or reliable as their fossil fuel counterparts.

Geothermal Offers an Opportunity for HVAC Contractors

Interest in environment, saving money make it more attractive

Ted Craig

April 11, 2022

The moment for geothermal seemed to have arrived several times since the 1970s. A number of factors are forecasting wider use of this type of heating and cooling solution.

The Rush To Electrify

Transitioning away from fossil fuels will come with a price

Joanna R. Turpin

April 5, 2022

There is no question that the current environmental trend right now is electrification, which is part of an overall strategy to decarbonize our society. As with most everything in life, perhaps moderation would be a better way to approach electrification.

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Taco Improves Efficiency of Its Products

Turnkey air-to-water heat pump package featured at AHR booth

Ted Craig

February 28, 2022

Taco Comfort Solutions has partnered with Glen Dimplex to develop a complete packaged air-to-water heat pump system for residential heating, cooling, and DHW applications.