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january 2023
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Inside the January Issue |
Accelerated
Sustainability
Goals:
Top HVAC Trends Shaping
the Future of the Industry
The HVAC industry has experienced
rapid changes over the past
year that have pushed professionals
and manufacturers to rethink how
they approach sustainability, building
health and workforce development.
The pandemic magnified the importance
of indoor air quality (IAQ) both at
home and within commercial buildings.
The potential effects of climate change
backed by governmental policy have
accelerated the need for energy-efficient
systems that can help to support
aggressive sustainability goals and reduce
energy costs.
A
waning workforce and continued
supply chain disruptions are a source
of on-going pressure within the industry
as product demands grow. And yet,
as both market conditions and the industry
itself evolves, the future of
HVAC remains positive with innovation
and strategic planning guiding the
way.
Johnson Controls explores the issues
shaping the HVAC industry and shares
best practices contractors and buildings
managers can take now to meet these
evolving industry standards.
Regulations and Energy-efficiency
After years of preparation, 2023 marks the launch of increased Department of Energy (DOE) standards for both residential and light commercial applications. It’s critical that contractors understand which region they’re located in – as specified by the DOE – and the types of products they can install based on the region’s efficiency requirements. Regionality will also determine whether product compliance is based on date of installation or date of manufacture.
Heat-pumps are positioned to make a significant impact as decarbonization efforts advance. For example, the Johnson
Controls commercial building Energy Efficiency Indicator Survey revealed that more than a third of respondents plan to replace fossil fuel heating equipment with heat pump technology by the end of the year. Hydronic heat pumps are an energy-efficient alternative that can replace boilers to help reduce carbon emissions.
However, it's important to note that many air-source heat pump systems still need to include some form of backup or supplemental heat when building heating demands exceed capacity (when ambient outdoor temperatures drop too low to support optimal operation, for example). Supplemental gas heating may still be necessary to help maintain efficiency.
today's news
IFMA Report Details New Realities of FM
HOUSTON – Facility managers face several new realities requiring new mindsets, business models and technologies, according to IFMA’s just released in-depth analysis of how changing organizational priorities are shaping the future of the built environment and FM roles.
Fidelity BSG Names Weeden Prez of Energy Biz
HUNT VALLEY, MD -- Fidelity Building Services Group, a provider of technical building services, has named Daniel Weeden President/Partner of Fidelity Energy & Sustainability (FES), a new initiative focused on revolutionizing how energy-intensive facilities are transformed into sustainable environments.
Jon-Don Names New Executives
CHICAGO -- Jon-Don, a provider of commercial supplies, equipment, and consumables, has announced three appointments to its executive leadership team.
Excel Dryer Names Gagnon COO, EVP
EAST LONGMEADOW, MA -- Excel Dryer, Inc., manufacturer of the XLERATOR Hand Dryer, has promoted William Gagnon to executive vice president and COO with a seat on the board of directors.
Two Maids Joins Cleaning for a Reason Elite
LEWISVILLE, Texas -- Cleaning for a Reason, an ISSA Charities signature program that provides clean homes for cancer patients, will be working with Two Maids to bring more relief to cancer patients and their families.
Three Finalists in Tennant’s COTY Contest Named
MINNEAPOLIS -- Tennant Company, a designer of solutions to reinvent how the world cleans, has announced the first round of finalists in its fourth annual Custodians Are Key program.
