VERONA, PA.—The electrification and decarbonization of the commercial kitchen is becoming a hot topic throughout the hospitality industry. Green Lodging News recently addressed the topic in a Publisher’s Point of View column which highlighted the work of the William J. Worthen Foundation. The Foundation addresses all-electric kitchens in its “The Building Decarbonization Practice Guide.” Also championing a transition to all-electric and less carbon-intensive kitchens is Chef Christopher A. Galarza. A strong proponent of electric induction cooking, he is the author of Understanding the Green Industrial Revolution, An Interdisciplinary Look At the Hospitality Industry, Founder/Culinary Sustainability Consultant with Forward Dining...

SACRAMENTO, CALIF.—Skycharger, a leading provider of EV charging infrastructure solutions, announced the appointment of Johannes Copeland as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO). With a distinguished background in renewable energy and operational leadership, Copeland brings a wealth of expertise to his new role. A former US Marine Corps Officer with two deployments in Iraq, Copeland’s journey in renewable energy began after studying Economics at the University of Chicago. Over the past decade, he has held key positions at renowned companies such as SolarCity, Tesla Energy, and ChargePoint, where he led initiatives in solar energy deployment and electric vehicle infrastructure development. At Skycharger, Copeland...

ST. LOUIS—Copeland, a global provider of sustainable climate solutions, announced that it has won the 2024 Energy Star Partner of the Year – Sustained Excellence Award for the fifth consecutive year. “President Biden’s Investing in America agenda creates unprecedented opportunity to build a clean energy economy, and private sector partners through programs like Energy Star are leading the way,” said EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan. “I congratulate this year’s Energy Star award winners for their innovation and leadership, in delivering cost-effective energy efficient solutions that create jobs, address climate change, and contribute to a healthier environment for all.” The Energy Star...

LONDON—Pentair, a leader in helping the world sustainably move, improve, and enjoy water, announced it has received the 2024 Energy Star Partner of the Year – Sustained Excellence Award from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Energy. This is the twelfth consecutive year Pentair has received this award. “Pentair strives to create a better world for people and the planet through smart, sustainable water solutions that improve energy and water efficiency and improve customer outcomes,” said Karla Robertson, EVP, General Counsel, Secretary and Chief Social Responsibility Officer. “We are proud to provide our customers with energy-efficient...

GLENVIEW, ILL.—ITW Food Equipment Group announced that it has received the 2024 Energy Star Partner of the Year—Sustained Excellence award from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). The Sustained Excellence award is the highest honor among Energy Star awards. This year marks the 17th consecutive year ITW Food Equipment Group has been recognized as an Energy Star Partner of the Year and 15th consecutive year receiving the Sustained Excellence award. “The development of energy-efficient products is an absolute priority for our brands—Hobart, Traulsen, Vulcan, Wolf, Baxter and Stero—and we are honored to be...

PALMDALE, CALIF.—U.S. Architectural Lighting, a leading American manufacturer of contemporary area and street lighting, introduces the AXIM Series of contemporary columns and bollards that complement architectural compositions. With clean contemporary styling, the AXIM Series of products are elegant luminaires suitable for both modern and classic architecture. Available in height ranges from three feet to 16 feet for varying scale and applications, the high-performance AXIM Series is composed of two column lights and a bollard built around U.S. Architectural Lighting’s paramount PLED Optical System. The AX Series can light human scale pedestrian applications such as parks, pathways, entries, plazas, and walkways. The...

Name: Emily McGarvey Title: Director of Sustainability Years Room & Board: Two Primary Responsibility: “To lead company in social and environmental strategy. Setting goals. Having a positive impact on people and planet. There’s no typical day. I get to work on a lot of different projects.” Company’s most significant accomplishment in social purpose and sustainability: “We have done a lot. Prioritizing American crafts people and having 90 percent of our products made in the U.S. Having that local and American supply chain.” Company’s most significant challenge moving forward in social purpose and sustainability: “One of the biggest challenges is figuring out what to...

The commercial aquatics industry is undergoing a significant transformation driven by technological advancements, high-priority sustainability initiatives and a new focus on holistic approaches to water management. These shifts are reshaping how hotels, resorts, fitness centers and other commercial facilities manage and maintain their pools and water amenities, with an emphasis on heightened efficiency, environmental friendliness and guest safety. Sustainability as a Priority Sustainability has emerged as a paramount concern for hospitality properties, prompting increased interest in water management solutions that help reduce chemical, water and energy usage. While investing in sustainable practices is the right thing to do for environmental preservation, it...

MILPITAS, CALIF.—TurnOnGreen, Inc. announced a strategic partnership with Endliss Power Inc, a cutting-edge e-commerce and renewable energy company based in San Francisco. The collaboration marks a milestone for the company as it seeks to expand its networked electric vehicle (“EV”) charging infrastructure across North America, leveraging EPI’s expertise in administering and executing power purchase agreements with commercial clients. Under this partnership, TurnOnGreen and EPI will deliver comprehensive sustainability solutions for installing, operating, and maintaining utility-scale solar power, energy storage systems, and EV charging stations. These solutions will come with minimal up-front costs for commercial customers. This partnership aligns with the growing...

MOUNTAIN VIEW, CALIF.—Wallbox, a leading provider of electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions, announced the start of deliveries of Pulsar Pro North America in the United States. Pulsar Pro is the latest addition to Wallbox’s award-winning Pulsar family of smart EV chargers, designed specifically for shared spaces like multi-unit residential and commercial properties. “Our Pulsar family was born from a need to make EV charging smarter, faster and better,” said Enric Asunción, CEO of Wallbox. “Today, we see an opportunity to reinvent the charging experience for shared spaces with Pulsar Pro, setting a new standard for reliability, cost-effectiveness and intelligent charging.” Pulsar...