energy

New Tool Helps with Selection and Installation of Heat Pump Water Heaters

July 24, 2024

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has released a new web-based tool that offers comprehensive information about how to size, select, and install electric heat pump water heaters (HPWHs). HPWHs […]

Illinois Introduces the State’s First Custom Energy Code Based on the IECC

June 26, 2024

The state of Illinois has released its first integrated, custom energy code, with plans in place for the release of an additional stretch energy code later this year. The new […]

U.S. DOE Announces National Definition of a Zero-Emissions Building

June 6, 2024

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced a National Definition of a Zero-Emissions Building to advance public- and private-sector efforts to decarbonize the buildings sector, which is responsible for […]

U.S. EPA Names Top Cities for ENERGY STAR Certified Buildings in 2023

May 24, 2024

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has announced its annual “Top Cities” list, spotlighting the cities with the greatest number of ENERGY STAR certified commercial and multifamily buildings last year. Los […]

U.S. DOE Finalizes Efficiency Standards for Water Heaters

April 30, 2024

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has finalized Congressionally mandated energy-efficiency standards for a range of residential water heaters to save American households approximately $7.6 billion per year on their […]

White House Updates Energy Standards for Federally Assisted Housing

April 26, 2024

The White House has announced the finalization of updated energy-efficiency requirements for housing supported by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture […]

Technical Program Released for ASHRAE 2024 Conference for Integrated Design, Construction & Operations

April 17, 2024

ASHRAE has released a comprehensive technical program for its 2024 Conference for Integrated Design, Construction & Operations (CIDCO), taking place June 24–26, 2024 in Indianapolis. Early bird registration is available through April 30. […]

Rheem Named 2024 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year

March 27, 2024

Rheem®, a leading global manufacturer of HVAC and water heating products, earned the United States Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) 2024 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year – Sustained Excellence Award. […]

IAPMO Seeks Public Input on Manual of Recommended Practice for Hydrogen Fuel Gas Piping

March 27, 2024

The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO®) has opened the public review period for the initial draft of the Manual of Recommended Practice for Hydrogen Fuel Gas Piping. IAPMO […]

Bradford White Corporation Earns 2024 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year Award

March 27, 2024

Bradford White Corporation, an industry-leading manufacturer of water heaters, boilers, and storage tanks, has received the ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year for Sustained Excellence Award from the U.S. Environmental […]

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