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March 11th, 2024
When you think of images associated with clean energy, you are likely to see windmills, electric vehicles, and solar powered homes. Controversy rages over the cost, timing, and return on investment. I firmly believe that HVAC is the unsung hero of Sustainability. A recent New York Times article, Why Mainers Are Falling Hard for Heat Pumps offers proof.
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February 29th, 2024
In our opinion, the underappreciated champion of environmental progress has emerged. Spoiler alert, it’s not the electric car. It’s all-electric HVAC that incorporates heat pump technology. These systems have quietly gained traction and are now outselling traditional gas furnaces in the United States.
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February 19th, 2024
For now, the window heat pump in apartment 1D sticks out like a sore thumb. Set between off-white lace curtains, it looks like a brand-new oven installed in a grandma’s living room.
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February 13th, 2024
Gensler’s initial analysis of more than 300 buildings in 25 cities across North America assessed over 1,000 potential conversions — and through that process they have made some interesting discoveries.
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February 13th, 2024
Why has New York state joined a nine-state coalition this week pledging to dramatically ramp up installations of electric heat pumps?
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February 13th, 2024
In a landmark move, New York State has partnered with eight other states in a bold commitment to escalate all-climate electric heat pump installations—a crucial stride towards greater energy efficiency and environmental sustainability.
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March 31st, 2023
This month’s trend report looks at Apartments, Hotels and Dormitories construction in the United States and Canada.
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February 3rd, 2020
Global climate change is not a new dilemma; however, the inclusion of HVAC systems and their potential to support the lowest emission output possible is becoming more significant.
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September 18th, 2018
A well-maintained commercial HVAC system will last anywhere from 15 to 25 years. Most commercial buildings, on the other hand, last upwards of 50.
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September 18th, 2018
From concrete to steel, commercial buildings are made up of a variety of materials that conduct heat at different rates.
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July 30th, 2018
As an engineer, you likely want to do everything possible to satisfy your clients’ needs. The professionals at Ice Air understand this need better than most.
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July 30th, 2018
The LEED® Green Building Rating System, published by the USGBC, has become a major force for encouraging the integration of green building principles and techniques into building projects.
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