Energy management news articles

Leonard’s Air and Energy Service announces Thermal Imaging is key to Energy Efficient Home

With many homeowners focused on optimizing the energy efficiency of their house, thermal imaging equipment is quickly becoming the tool of choice for helping professionals see how, when, and where energy saving solutions can be implemented. “A whole building approach is needed to maximize energy efficiency of a home,” explains Travis Leonard, owner of Leonard’s Air and Energy Service. “Infrared thermography can scan an entire home or building to... [more]

Aire Serv gives 10 tips for preserving resources at home without losing comfort during Earth Week

With Earth Day coming soon, people are reminded of the importance of finding sustainable energy solutions and gaining appreciation for the environment. One simple step to make the home more energy efficient home is with the air conditioning system. “Even though Earth Week is an annual event, we can still be energy conscious year round,” said Doyle James, president of Aire Serv LLC. “Most heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems c... [more]

Scan DSA7-5 Awarded DEFRA Approval

Scan is a name synonymous with cutting edge contemporary design in wood burning stoves. Scan DSA7-5 is the latest in the portfolio to receive DEFRA approval for use in smoke controlled areas. The DEFRA approval makes the DSA7-5 one of the most environmentally friendly heating solutions with low energy use and carbon emissions. The seamless elegance of this Danish designed stove provides an expanse of glass door set in a sleek black and grey s... [more]

SummitSkills urges future focus for PV industry

SummitSkills highlighted last week with the distraction of a third Government legal challenge to the December Feed-in Tariff reduction now ruled out by the Supreme Court, it is time for the PV industry to focus on the future. The sector skills council for building services engineering represents many of the employers whose skilled operatives will be installing the photovoltaic panels which will be eligible for FiTs: electricians and plumbers, ... [more]

Cambridge heaters qualify for EPAct/179D Federal Tax Benefits for upgrading warehouse heating systems

Warehouse building owners and tenants with new gas-fired heaters from Cambridge Engineering are qualifying for EPAct/179D tax benefits worth millions of dollars. These tax benefits are now available for both new warehouse construction and energy retrofit projects for existing facilities. Other large industrial and commercial buildings can also qualify. Companies are finding that by installing both new warehouse heating and warehouse lighting syst... [more]