Updating the permitting process for heat pumps is an essential step toward the state's goal of installing 6 million heat pumps by 2030 and achieving carbon neutrality by 2045, according to the Building Decarbonization Coalition.
California, New Mexico, New York, and Hawaii are the first states to apply for federal rebate money for high-efficiency equipment. Twenty-three states have received funding to set up and manage rebate programs.
The Delta booth at the AHR Expo modeled integrated building control, IAQ, building energy management, surveillance, lighting, and industrial automation solutions that enable smarter facility management and monitoring and greater energy savings.
METUS joined a multi-company pledge to assist California achieve its climate goal of installing six million heat pumps in the state’s building by 2023.
California will fund energy-efficient and climate-friendly refrigeration and freezer equipment in corner stores, small businesses, and food donation programs in low-income or low-food access.
The decision is a win for the California Restaurant Association, which challenged the ban that took effect in 2020. The city has not decided whether to appeal.