performance contracting

IHACI Contracting Trade Show Marks 40th Year in Pasadena

Hosted at the Pasadena Convention Center

August 28, 2019

This year’s show is scheduled on Wednesday, November 20, 2019 at the Pasadena Convention Center from 11:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m.

Dedicated outdoor air systems like this one are becoming more common in commercial settings. - The ACHR News

Comfort and Efficiency Challenge the Air Movement Industry

Manufacturers and contractors discuss design practices

Angela D. Harris

May 13, 2019

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Designing a forced-air system for proper air movement and efficiency is a challenge faced by multiple players in the HVAC industry.

National Comfort Institute Summit Focuses On Air Upgrades

Contractors learn sales and installation techniques

Joanna R. Turpin

May 29, 2017

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The National Comfort Institute Inc.’s (NCI) mission is to help its members implement HVAC and home-performance contracting through easy-to-use strategies. That mission was accomplished at its recent annual summit, where the focus was on the best practices involved with selling and installing air upgrades.

City of Orem Teams with Siemens on Comprehensive Efficiency Program

Project scope includes HVAC enhancements, building automation modifications, and more

October 10, 2016

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Siemens has begun working on infrastructure improvements for Orem, Utah, that are expected to save the city an estimated $11.4 million in energy and operational cost savings and capital cost avoidance over 15 years.

ABM to Save the City of Temple Terrace Approximately $1.5 Million

Company selected to provide extensive facility improvements and energy efficiency upgrades

September 19, 2016

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ABM, a leading provider of facility solutions, has signed an agreement to implement comprehensive infrastructure improvements through its energy performance contracting program for the city of Temple Terrace in Florida.

Andrew Heitman is certified as an Energy Management Professional (EMP) and currently serves as president of EMP’s administering organization, the Energy Management Association (EMA).

EMP Certification Targets Energy Conservation, Building Performance

New credential combines energy analysis with commissioning

Kimberly Schwartz

August 22, 2016

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A new credential — the Energy Management Professional (EMP) certification from Energy Management Association (EMA) — is training individuals to balance the goals of energy conservation and building performance, which, according to Andrew Heitman of Building Energy Sciences LLC, Pensacola, Florida, keeps customers happy.

County to Reduce Energy, Water Consumption with Performance Contract

Project’s future savings will pay for the capital expenses incurred

August 15, 2016

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The County of Bruce has selected Ecosystem as the winning bidder to provide integrated energy performance contracting (IEPC) services in four of the county’s buildings. The $3.4 million project is expected to generate annual energy savings of $273,288 and receive $251,800 in incentives.

Ameresco Partners with Kentucky School District on Energy Savings Project

Energy efficiency initiatives to help schools achieve high-quality learning environment

June 6, 2016

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Ameresco Inc. and the Kentucky School District announced they are partnering on a comprehensive $2.9 million guaranteed energy savings contract (GESC) to improve Wolfe County Schools (WCS) facilities and increase operational efficiency.

Johnson Controls, Arkansas State Sign Performance Contract

Recent energy legislation enhances Arkansas Energy Performance Contracting program

March 21, 2016

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Johnson Controls and Arkansas State University have signed a $15 million energy performance contract that will advance the university's sustainability initiatives, including improvements to HVAC, energy management, lighting, water conservation, waste management, and utility monitoring systems.

NORESCO Selected by Georgia Department of Corrections for Performance Contract

Includes reconfiguration of three central boiler plants, water conservation, and HVAC upgrades

March 7, 2016

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NORESCO has won a $28 million guaranteed energy savings performance contract with the Georgia Department of Corrections for work at five sites across the state.