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ECM Technologies Named a 2023 Arizona Forward Environmental Excellence Award Finalist

March 31, 2023

ECM Technologies has been recognized by the distinguished sustainability awards program for its HVAC treatment, ThermaClear, and partnership with the city of Phoenix.

What Does SEER Mean to Homeowners?

It may be tricky explaining the transition from SEER to SEER2 to homeowners

Nicholas Orth

March 25, 2023

Consumers may know heating and cooling units are a major contributor to their overall utility bills and that their equipment’s efficiency matters, but terms like 14 SEER don’t translate to anything relatable.

Tankless Water Heater Market Keeps ‘Heating Up’

Noritz executive VP and general manager shares perspective into the industry’s outlook on tankless water heaters

Hannah Belloli-Oster

February 17, 2023

Jason Fleming, Noritz executive vice president and general manager, shares insights and perspective into what’s to be expected out of the industry’s tankless water heaters.

Building Decarbonization Central to New York State’s Climate Plan

Plan calls for smart HVACR controls, heat pumps, thermal energy networks

Matt Jachman

February 16, 2023

Heat pumps, smart HVACR controls, thermal energy networks, and an increase in the number of energy-efficient buildings are central to the state of New York’s multipronged decarbonization plan.

The 9 Types of Heat Pumps

As heat pumps become more popular, it’s important to learn about the various types available

Joanna R. Turpin

February 14, 2023

As the U.S. moves toward electrification, heat pumps are becoming more popular, which will likely increase sales in the coming years. The key is to know which type of heat pump will work best for an application, as there is a wide range of equipment from which to choose.

Regulations, Incentives, Higher Efficiency: A Boon for HVAC Industry

Matt Jachman

February 8, 2023

According to JCI, new and enhanced consumer incentives, the moves toward electrification and greater energy efficiency, and the introduction of low-GWP refrigerants mean huge opportunities in HVACR.

Number of Homes HERS Rated in the U.S. in 2022 Tops 330,000 Mark

February 1, 2023

The number of homes that were HERS rated and received a HERS Index Score in 2022 continued to break historical records. In 2022, there were 337,962 homes HERS Rated in the country.

IRA, Other Incentives Should be a Key Part of Sales Presentations

Rick Warner

January 30, 2023

The IRA is yet another example — along with various local and state rebates, revolving loans, grants, tax credits, etc. — of our country’s steps toward decarbonization through electrification.

New Year, New HVAC Efficiency Standards

2023 brings revised efficiency minimums, ratings system for some HVAC equipment

Matt Jachman

January 21, 2023

The new year brings new minimum energy-efficiency standards for single-phase residential air conditioners and heat pumps, as well as new methods of measuring efficiencies and new terms to describe those measurements.