LOUIS—Copeland, a global provider of sustainable heating, cooling and refrigeration solutions, released its inaugural Global Impact Report, highlighting the company’s commitment to environmental sustainability, social progress and operational excellence. Following its transition to a standalone company in May 2023, this report offers a comprehensive overview of Copeland’s initiatives to improve its global impact while delivering innovative solutions to its customers. Copeland’s steadfast commitment to sustainability, operational excellence and global responsibility is driven by the three core pillars of its Mission: Purpose, Performance and People. Through innovative approaches and a culture rooted in accountability and community impact, the company is helping address...

ATLANTA—ASHRAE successfully concluded its 2025 Annual Conference, held June 21 to 25 in Phoenix, Ariz. The conference drew 1,990 registered HVAC&R and building science professionals, as well as supporters from around the world to explore critical topics such as heat pumps, refrigerants, thermal energy storage, decarbonization strategies, workforce development and more. Attendees engaged in over 80 technical sessions spanning eight tracks. The most highly attended sessions included: Using Artificial Intelligence to Make You Irreplaceable LIVESTREAM: Gen AI in HVAC Industry: State of Art, Case Studies and Future Applications A Tale of Two Campuses: Energy Storage at Arizona’s Flagship Universities Generative AI...

MIAMI—Amerikooler, a U.S. based leader in commercial refrigeration solutions, announces the launch of the AK Series 3 Quick Ship Walk-In, setting a new industry benchmark for performance, efficiency, and rapid delivery. Designed for businesses that demand rapid solutions without sacrificing performance, this walk-in is engineered to keep operations running smoothly by delivering quotes in just 24 hours and offering the fastest lead times in the industry with minimal downtime and seamless installation. Built with 4-inch-thick AK-XPS insulation, the AK Series 3 achieves R-29 for coolers and R-32 for freezers, providing superior energy efficiency and exceptional temperature retention that translates into...

ASHLAND CITY, TENN.—A. O. Smith, a leader in water heating and water treatment solutions, announces the extension of the Adapt Gas Tankless Water Heater family with the addition of the Adapt SC Standard Condensing Gas Tankless Water Heater and the Adapt NC Non-Condensing Gas Tankless Water Heater. By rounding out the product suite, A. O. Smith will offer customers multiple high efficiency gas tankless water heating solutions for different applications. The Adapt SC Tankless Water Heater is the perfect fit for contractors looking for a high efficiency solution for their everyday customers. Available in 160k, 180k and 199k BTU/Hr models,...

POMPANO BEACH, FLA.—Air-Con International, a leading provider of HVAC solutions, announces significant upgrades to the TOSOT product line, delivering advanced climate control solutions for both residential and commercial customers. The enhancements feature improvements in energy efficiency, performance, and smart home integration, reaffirming Air-Con’s commitment to providing the most advanced heating and cooling solutions on the market. TOSOT, a globally recognized brand manufactured by GREE Electric Appliances, is known for its commitment to innovation, quality, and energy efficiency. The latest product lineup builds on this legacy, offering improved performance, durability, and smart technology integration. The TOSOT Cardinal Heat Pump Mini Split Series...

PLANO, TEXAS—​​Nomadix Inc​. announced its new Nomadix Energy Management Solution that addresses the market need to reduce operational costs and reach sustainability goals. The Nomadix solution is one of the lowest cost-of-ownership offerings on the market, while also achieving a quick return on investment (ROI). Energy management systems (EMS) are high-impact investments that deliver proven value and a measurable ROI. In fact, for the hospitality and lodging industry, Energy Star’s findings for heating and cooling show that “EMS can enhance guest comfort while reducing energy costs by 35 to 45 percent.” Additionally, MDU properties, including military housing, senior living, and student...

WILLIAMS, ARIZ.—In alignment with its ambitious corporate sustainability goals, Xanterra Travel Collection has partnered with RoomOne to complete a large-scale recycling initiative at the Grand Canyon Railway & Hotel and The Grand Hotel. Through this collaboration, 112 used PTAC (packaged terminal air conditioner) units were responsibly removed and recycled, supporting Xanterra’s ongoing mission to reduce waste and minimize environmental impact across its operations. This project, coordinated between RoomOne and Xanterras’ facilities management and sustainability teams, exemplifies operational efficiency and environmental leadership. RoomOne’s zero-cost, turnkey PTAC recycling service made the process seamless—handling logistics, freight, and environmentally responsible processing of the units....

SAN DIEGO—Anacove, the pioneering developer of AI-enabled, cloud connected energy management solutions for the global hotel industry, presented its Smart Thermostats, Toilet Leak Detectors, Asset Tracking Tags, and Staff Safety Alert Tags at the 2025 Wyndham Hotel Global Conference held in Las Vegas at Caesar’s Palace from May 19 to May 21. The company was part of the LG Electronics exhibit. According to Anacove CEO Ian Lerner, Anacove demonstrated how its portfolio, which is compatible with all major hotel Property Management System (PMS) platforms, can now integrate with the LG Pro:Centric content management hotel TV platform and provide hotel owners with...

NATIONAL REPORT—The HVAC industry stands at a critical juncture, facing substantial regulatory pressures aimed at reducing its environmental impact through the phased elimination of high Global Warming Potential (GWP) refrigerants. Driven by international agreements and local environmental guidelines, manufacturers, suppliers, and service providers are swiftly transitioning towards more sustainable alternatives. This shift is fundamentally reshaping compressor technologies, retrofitting procedures, and lifecycle management strategies for HVAC systems. Globally, regulatory bodies like the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the European Union's F-Gas Regulation, and international environmental protocols, such as the Kigali Amendment to the Montreal Protocol, mandate a significant reduction in refrigerants...

ODESSA, FLA.—Green Lodging News has added an Anacove Case Study to the Vendor Case Studies section of its website. The case study details how HDG Legacy, a developer and management company, has benefited from Anacove’s unique AI- and Cloud-powered Smart Thermostats, Leak Detection and Asset Management systems. “We started using Anacove Smart Thermostats in July 2024 at the Holiday Inn Express Crystal River, and based on historical data and usage, electricity costs on our utility bills are 35.94 percent lower per occupied room,” says Navroz F. Saju, Founder and Principal at HDG Legacy. “The Holiday Inn Express & Suites Silver...