ICM Controls has received a High Performance Building Plaque from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) for the energy efficient measures incorporated into its new headquarters building that are expected to help cut its energy costs by $92,000 annually.
Michigan Community Action Agency Association (MCAAA) has been awarded two grants related to energy efficiency and low-income families, including a $15 million grant to administer a federal Department of Energy (DOE)-American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) program to weatherize low-income, multi-unit housing across the state.
The 22nd Annual WaterFurnace Supplier Golf Outing has added a special silent auction fundraiser for the USO. And the company has announced that non-attendees may participate in the silent auction, which offers a collection of commemorative golf outing flags autographed by some of the most recognized names in sports.
The Building Owners and Managers Association of Chicago (BOMA/Chicago) has entered into a memorandum of understanding with the Korean Smart Grid Association and South Korean companies KT Corp. and LG Electronics to develop a commercial smart grid pilot program involving nearly a dozen office buildings in downtown Chicago.
The Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Institute of Canada (HRAI) released the 2009 update on its Canadian CFC chiller stock study. This update estimates that 260 chillers previously operating on CFC refrigerants were converted or replaced during 2009, a 2.6 percent decrease compared to 2008.
Charlotte Motor Speedway announced that it is offering a free pair of Mechanix Wear gloves and a custom OSHA-approved hardhat for tradesmen with a ticket purchase of $100 or more for the 2010 Bank of America 500 or 2010 O’Reilly Auto Parts NHRA Nationals.
The Red River College of Applied Arts, Science and Technology will offer its “Residential HVACR” course Sept. 7, 2010 through Feb. 8, 2011. D. Brian Baker will be the course instructor.
Members of the Canadian Institute of Plumbing & Heating (CIPH) have organized the first CIPH Ride for Habitat. Co-sponsored by CIPH and Habitat for Humanity Canada, this motorcycle ride will take place in Ontario on Sunday, Sept. 19, to raise funds for the charity.
ARS/Rescue Rooter, a privately held, nationwide provider of air conditioning, heating, and plumbing services, has announced the purchase of the Residential Services Division of Beutler Corp. and the formation of a strategic alliance with Beutler in Northern California.
Trane’s Heartland Dealer Sales Office (DSO) in Earth City, Mo., along with Trane dealer Design Aire Heating & Cooling in St. Louis have donated new HVAC systems and installation time to the St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway raffle. The Dream Home raffle benefits St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.