Articles Tagged with ''decarbonization''

The conference will feature panels, courses and technical sessions on a variety of topics. 

The Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) suggests that 70% of all counties in the U.S. may face more serious water shortages in the next 30 years. This depletion threatens to reduce stream flows, increase land subsidence, and elevate water costs for both households and industries.

As we celebrate Women’s History Month and Women in Construction Week, Plumbing & Mechanical is shining the spotlight on 10 influential women who are leading the plumbing industry to great success.

Trane Technologies has announced the new Trane Hydronic Branch Conductor to help retrofit and new buildings achieve higher energy efficiency and zone comfort from decarbonized, electrified heating and cooling without major structural disruptions. 

The 2025 ASHRAE Winter Conference recently brought together HVAC and refrigeration industry leaders, experts and professionals for an event focusing on key topics such as artificial intelligence, emerging technologies and workforce development.

California's push to replace gas-fired water heaters with electric heat pumps marks a significant shift in the construction industry. This electrification trend, while still emerging, is prompting plumbing contractors to navigate the changes brought on by decarbonization, impacting HVAC technicians and the broader market.

Vicinity will import renewable electricity through its co-located substations to power the electric boiler, generating carbon-free eSteam.

Selected as one of 33 projects in the U.S., the funding will be matched by Kohler investment to support the Electric Boiler & Microgrid project at its manufacturing site in Casa Grande, Arizona.

Since the program's launch earlier this year, the CDP has been the most applied-for ASHRAE certification, highlighting its importance and relevance in today's building and energy sectors.  

Air-to-water heat pumps are becoming popular in the hydronic heating industry due to their energy efficiency and sustainability. Chris Decato of U.S. Boiler Co. notes a rising demand driven by their cost-effectiveness and reduced carbon footprint.