How an innovative HVAC system developed for the Department of Defense is helping to preserve 700-year-old artwork.
August 29, 2025
The Timken Museum of Art is proving that world-class conservation and sustainability can go hand-in-hand. By adopting Conservant Systems’ High Efficiency Dehumidification System (HEDS), the museum has slashed energy use by up to 79% and reduced fossil fuel consumption by more than 90%.
Armstrong Industrial: Fluid focuses on sector-specific pumping and fluid flow solutions to drive efficiency, performance and decarbonization.
August 27, 2025
Armstrong Industrial: Fluid delivers energy-efficient pumping and system solutions that help industrial customers boost performance, cut energy use and meet sustainability goals.
Hybrid systems offer a critical bridge in the transition from fossil fuel reliance to full electrification. For contractors working in colder climates or retrofitting older homes, all-electric heat pump systems can be a tough sell. Hybrid units, however, deliver measurable emission reductions while preserving consistent output and adaptability.
Watts reaffirms its commitment to sustainable innovation through continued collaboration with the U.S. Green Building Council.
July 11, 2025
By renewing its USGBC membership, Watts signals a focus on sustainable product design and transparency, leveraging industry resources like LEED v5 and environmental labeling to drive measurable ESG impact.
Plumbing contractors are engaging directly with legislators to promote policies for clean water, workforce development, and resilient plumbing. Over 100 PHCC members, leaders, and industry stakeholders met in Washington from May 20–21 to support industry issues.
IAPMO returns to Capitol Hill to champion resilient, sustainable building policies during High-Performance Buildings Week.
June 25, 2025
As a founding member of the High-Performance Buildings Coalition, IAPMO is once again leading industry advocacy efforts in Washington, D.C., during High-Performance Buildings Week.
“Healthy Buildings: Designing For Life” announced as new Society theme during Annual Conference in Phoenix.
June 23, 2025
ASHRAE welcomed its 2025–26 Society president, officers, and directors at its Annual Conference in Phoenix. Incoming president Bill McQuade’s theme emphasizes indoor environmental quality as a cornerstone of sustainable, human-centered design.
ASHRAE honors top contributors in HVAC&R and building sciences at 2025 Annual Conference, highlighting achievements in sustainability, innovation, technical leadership and volunteer service.
June 23, 2025
From cutting-edge research to industry-wide impact, ASHRAE celebrated the exceptional achievements of its members during the 2025 Annual Conference in Phoenix. Discover this year’s honorees and the groundbreaking work advancing HVAC&R and the built environment.
Advancements in renewable energy are well underway, and several exciting developments are already in use. However, homes and businesses require consistent, reliable solutions today and can't wait for a full transition to sustainable power. While nonrenewable, natural gas is shaping a cleaner energy future to meet growing heating and electricity demands.