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NOVI, Mich., Aug. 18 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- ITC Holdings Corp. (NYSE: ITC) today announced that its Board of Directors has approved a 4.7 percent increase in ITC's common dividend. This represents the fifth consecutive year that the Board of Directors has approved an increase in the common» News: FRPERC sets up new home at Grimsby Institute
THE Food Refrigeration and Process Engineering Research Centre (FRPERC) has moved to the Grimsby Institute after its original base at the University of Bristol was shut on July 31. ...» Lennox Introduces New Home Energy System That Uses Solar Power
Lennox Introduces New Home Energy System That Uses Solar Power
LAS VEGAS, NV (Jan. 19, 2010) ?Lennox unveils NEW Home Energy System that uses solar power as an energy source for central heating and cooling and beyond. State-of-the-Art SunSource? Home Energy System provides simplest way for homeowners to bring solar power into the home and save on utility bills.
Lennox Industries, a leading provider of customized home heating, cooling and indoor air quality products, today introduced the patent pending SunSource? Home Energy System a new solar-powered central heating and cooling system that reduces overall household electricity consumption without the costs associated with traditional solar installations at the International Builder's Show in Las Vegas.
The new SunSource Home Energy System not only harnesses solar energy from the sun to reduce the electricity consumed by a residential heat pump or air conditioner, but also is able to use that solar power to operate other devices in the home that consume electricity, such as lighting and appliances, when the heating and cooling system is not running. In addition, if the SunSource system generates more power than is used by the home, that power will be sent back to the utility company, which may entitle the homeowner to a credit on their utility bill.
According to the U.S. Department of Energy, the typical U.S. household pays $2,200 a year on utility bills, and the bulk of those energy costs?between 50 and 60 percent?comes from heating and cooling the home.
"With the new SunSource Home Energy System, homeowners can reduce the energy consumption associated with heating and air conditioning, while also significantly cutting their overall utility bills," said John Hurst, vice president, product management at Lennox International. "Lennox is the first heating and air conditioning manufacturer to harness solar energy for central heating and cooling and beyond, and the new SunSource system is really a gateway to the future of innovation in the HVAC industry."
The SunSource Home Energy System is composed of:
# A solar-ready, high efficiency Lennox air conditioner or heat pump that has been specially enhanced to serve as the platform for this new home energy system.
# A Lennox solar subpanel that provides the connection between utility- interactive solar power system and the HVAC unit.
# One to 15 roof-mounted solar modules that harness clean, sustainable energy from the sun and use it to run the home's central heating and cooling system as well as other appliances?the more modules, the more homeowners can reduce their utility costs.
# A communications system that allows homeowners to monitor each solar module's operation and energy production online, as well as other environmental benefits such as the amount of carbon offset.
"The most efficient air conditioners and heat pumps manufactured by Lennox will automatically come 'solar ready,' just like many of today's television sets are automatically sold as 'HD ready,'" said Hurst. "Consumers who purchase these systems will have the option to integrate a solar package at installation or at a later date. And because the system is expandable, homeowners can start small with a couple of solar modules and add more in the future, for a total of up to 15 solar modules per outdoor unit and added energy savings."
Energy Savings and Tax Credits Equal Real Cost Savings for Homeowners
As an example, a consumer who lives in a typical 2,000-square-foot home in Corpus Christi, Texas, can reduce the electricity usage associated with heating and cooling his or her home by approximately 12 percent annually by installing a Lennox high-efficiency air conditioner* with two solar modules and by 86 percent by installing the air conditioner with 15 modules. In Tulsa, Oklahoma, the homeowner would see around a 25 percent reduction in air conditioner electricity usage with two solar modules, and about a 180 percent reduction (meaning more energy production than air conditioner consumption) with 15 modules. The savings increase even more in sunnier areas of the country.
In addition to the costs savings and incentives offered by many local utility companies for using high-efficiency heating and cooling equipment and/or renewable energy sources, the new SunSource system makes homeowners eligible for federal and some state solar tax credits. In fact, these benefits, when combined, can cover up to 94 percent of the cost of the solar modules, including installation**.
The new Lennox SunSource Home Energy System will be available with several products from the Dave Lennox Signature® Collection, which is the company's line of premium heating and cooling products, offering the quietest, most efficient operation and a premier level of performance. The Lennox SunSource Home Energy System may be paired with Dave Lennox Signature Collection air conditioners and heat pumps beginning in May 2010.
For more information or to obtain a price quote for customized installation of the SunSource system, homeowners can contact their local Lennox dealer or call 1-800-9-LENNOX.
About Lennox Industries
Lennox Industries is a leading provider of customized home heating, cooling and indoor air quality products that are designed to deliver customized comfort, efficiency and functionality, with the most innovative and reliable features available. Lennox is also the first heating and air conditioning manufacturer to harness solar energy for central heating and cooling and beyond. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Energy have selected Lennox as an ENERGY STAR Manufacturer of the Year four out of six years for its outstanding contribution to developing and promoting energy-efficient products. For more information about Lennox home comfort products, visit www.Lennox.com or call 1-800-9-LENNOX.
*Energy savings calculations are based on a Lennox XC21-036 air conditioner, which has a 20.00 SEER (seasonal energy efficiency rating).
**Depends on local and state incentives in homeowners area. Typical incentives range between 30 percent and 94 percent of the cost of the solar modules, including installation.» ASHRAE Annual Conference to Focus on High Efficiency, Energy Conservation and Facts vs. Simulation
ASHRAE Annual Conference to Focus on High Efficiency, Energy Conservation and Facts vs. Simulation
April 7, 2010 - ATLANTA?Guidance on how to improve building systems?from moisture issues to ventilation?including high efficiency HVAC&R systems and ventilation systems, is an important focus of the technical program at ASHRAE?s 2010 Annual Conference, June 26-30 in Albuquerque, N.M.
?The program is strong in presentations that are market-based, addressing existing technology, systems and equipment, giving attendees more practical, hands-on knowledge that they can use daily in their professions,? Kirk Mescher, conference program chair, said. ?The conference presents more paper-related sessions, a result of integrating a shorter, conference paper into the program.?
The technical program starts Sunday, June 27, at the Albuquerque Convention Center. The program features 10 technical paper sessions (with 29 papers presented), 16 conference paper sessions (40 papers presented), 61 seminars, 10 forums and one technical plenary session for a total of 98 sessions and 69 meeting papers. For a complete listing of the technical program, visit www.ashrae.org/newmexico.
The program is divided into seven tracks. The tracks with the most number of programs are: High Efficiency HVAC&R Systems, Energy Facts vs. Simulation, Living with HVAC&R Systems, Energy Conservation vs. New Generation and Ventilation Systems.
Sessions of interest in these tracks include: Standard 90.1-2010, A First Look, a two-part seminar that presents information on the development and content of the upcoming 2010 version of 90.1; Energy Efficient Operation and Design of Data Centers, addressing efficiency improvement options in data centers and the resultant operating cost associated with these improvements; Energy Efficiency Retrofit Measures for Government Buildings, focused on energy efficient retrofits of existing buildings; HVAC System Noise Control for Classrooms, summarizing guidelines/requirements related to noise control in schools; and Building Energy Simulation 101, covering the basics of simulation programs and selecting the appropriate type.
Conference registrants will also be able to experience the technical program through the Virtual Conference, providing the most complete access to the state-of-the-art concepts and latest design techniques. Participants of the Virtual Conference can view and listen to programs on their own schedule, post comments and view presenters? responses. Access to the Virtual Conference is included with paid conference registration or can be purchased separately.
Advance conference registration is $515 (ASHRAE member) and $680 (non-member) by May 31. Virtual Conference registration is $299 (ASHRAE member) and $464 (non-member). To register or for more information, go to www.ashrae.org/newmexico.
ASHRAE, founded in 1894, is an international organization of some 50,000 persons. ASHRAE fulfills its mission of advancing heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration to serve humanity and promote a sustainable world through research, standards writing, publishing and continuing education.» Tecumseh Products Company Reports Second-Quarter 2010 Results
ANN ARBOR, Mich., Aug. 5 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Tecumseh Products Company (Nasdaq: TECUA, TECUB), a leading global manufacturer of compressors and related products, today reported for the quarter ended June 30, 2010, a net loss of $5.1 million, or $0.27 per diluted share. This compares with» EC&M Teams with Thomas Industrial Network® to Introduce New and Improved Manufacturer and Supplier Directory for the Electrical Industry
OVERLAND PARK, Kan., Aug. 19 /PRNewswire/ -- Penton Media's EC&M (www.ecmweb.com), the nation's leading publication serving the Electrical Contractor, Plant/Facility MRO and Electrical Engineering communities, now provides an in-depth online directory that brings instant access to hundreds of ma» Airgas: Refrigerants
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U.S. Natural Gas Reserves Increase Again in 2009
Washington, D.C. ? The American Gas Association (AGA) today reported that at year-end 2009 the ?known reserves? of natural gas in the United States likely increased for the eleventh straight year and now approach 250 trillion cubic feet ? the highest level in more than 35 years. Much of the supply optimism can be traced to the influences of unconventional resources such as natural gas from shale and tight sands.
?Natural gas supply in this county remains bullish,? said David N. Parker, AGA president and CEO. ?Production is also up, underpinned by the recent development of secure, domestic natural gas resources in deepwater offshore, as well as unconventional gas in the lower 48 states. This is great news for natural gas customers. AGA believes these numbers will hold steady for the foreseeable future unless significant policy decisions restrict access to potential resources of domestic natural gas.?
BP, the largest U.S. producer of natural gas in 2009, produced less than five percent of the national total last year, indicating that the natural gas production industry remains very competitive. Other large producers and reserves holders include household names such as ExxonMobil, yet significant volumes of gas are produced by others, such as Chesapeake Energy, Devon, Anadarko and EOG Resources. In fact, thousands of other large, mid-size and small producers provided the bulk of domestic natural gas to local distribution companies last year.
?The natural gas industry is the lifeblood of many American communities, contributing millions of jobs to the economy and billions in revenue to the U.S. Treasury,? said Parker. ?Our findings reinforce that this clean, efficient fuel is available in our country right now ? making it an essential component for any national energy policy.?
To see AGA?s report, ?Preliminary Findings Concerning 2009 Natural Gas Reserves,? please click here.
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The American Gas Association, founded in 1918, represents 195 local energy companies that deliver clean natural gas throughout the United States. There are more than 70 million residential, commercial and industrial natural gas customers in the U.S., of which 91 percent ? more than 64 million customers ? receive their gas from AGA members. Today, natural gas meets almost one-fourth of the United States' energy needs.» Product: Tesseract Service Management Software
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