With up to 50 percent to 70 percent of a hotel’s energy bill attributed to heating and cooling (especially in limited-service hotels), there is no question that wise selection of equipment is important. Increasingly, hotel owners are turning to clean energy technology for heating and cooling. Got news or a story idea to share? Contact Glenn Hasek, editor, at (813) 510-3868, or by e-mail at: 
Amerikooler Highlights Line of Engineered Door Systems
MIAMI, FLA.—Amerikooler, a U.S.-based leader in commercial refrigeration solutions, highlights its line of engineered door systems designed to improve energy efficiency, workflow, safety, and...
A. O. Smith Announces Voltex X Outdoor Split Heat Pump Water Heater
ASHLAND CITY, TENN.—A. O. Smith, a leader in water heating, water treatment and water management, announces the release of the Voltex X Outdoor Split...
Lochinvar Launches Regent Commercial Tankless Water Heater
LEBANON, TENN.—Lochinvar, an industry leader in high-efficiency boilers and water heaters, announces its newest addition to its family of commercial water heating technology with...
The Invisible Elephant in the Room: Why Climate Control Systems Matter More Than We Think
Sustainability in hospitality has come a long way. Energy use, water savings, and green certifications are now standard parts of hotel development. But there’s...
Ariston Names Regional Sales Manager for Water Heating
PROVIDENCE, R.I.—Ariston Group announced it has hired Ben Capra as Regional Sales Manager of water heating for the Pacific Northwest and Intermountain West.
Capra, a...
Trane Technologies Honored by Ethisphere and Just Capital
SWORDS, IRELAND—Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator, has been recognized for excellence in both ethical leadership and stakeholder engagement, earning designation as one of...
The State of the Walk-In Cooler Industry: An Expert View from Inside the Cold Chain
INTERNATIONAL REPORT—The walk-in cooler and freezer sector has always been one of the most essential yet least visible pillars of the foodservice ecosystem. It...
Budderfly Marks Record Year of Innovation
SHELTON, CONN.—Budderfly, one of the fastest growing energy companies in the U.S., announced a record pace of innovation, with 21 patents filed and 4...
ASHRAE & UNEP Approve Two-Year Work Plan Focused on Life Cycle Refrigerant Management
ATLANTA—ASHRAE and the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP) have approved a new two-year work plan titled “Life Cycle Refrigerant Management (LCRM)”, reinforcing their long-standing partnership...
The Future of Cold Storage: Innovations in Energy Efficiency & Why They Matter Now More Than Ever
NATIONAL REPORT—In an era marked by rising energy costs, shifting regulations, and a growing demand for sustainable business practices, the cold storage industry stands...
American Water Heaters Launches New Website
JOHNSON CITY, TENN.—American Water Heaters, a leading manufacturer of comprehensive commercial and residential water heaters, announces the launch of its new and improved website, americanwaterheater.com. The updated...
How Material, Automation, & Sustainability Are Reshaping Cold Storage Manufacturing
NATIONAL REPORT—Cold-storage rooms may look like simple metal boxes, but their performance is governed by what lies between the inner and outer walls. Insulation...
Amerikooler Highlights Installation Services for Walk-In Coolers & Freezers
MIAMI—Amerikooler, a U.S. based leader in commercial refrigeration solutions, is redefining walk-in cooler and freezer installations with its comprehensive Nationwide Installation Service, designed for...
Green Lodging News Adds Vingcard to Green Product & Service Directory
ODESSA, FLA.—Green Lodging News has added Vingcard to the “Energy Management/Guestroom” category of its Green Product & Service Directory. Vingcard is a global leader in...
GLN Adds Nomadix Energy Management to Product Directory
ODESSA, FLA.—Green Lodging News has added Nomadix Energy Management to the “Energy Management/Guestroom” category of its Green Product & Service Directory. Nomadix Energy Management is...
A. O. Smith to Host Influencer Q&A Session at 2026 AHR Expo
ASHLAND CITY, TENN.—A. O. Smith will host educational Q&A sessions featuring top industry influencers along with subject matter experts at the upcoming 2026 AHR...
Trane Technologies Named to World’s Most Admired Companies List
SWORDS, IRELAND—Trane Technologies, a global climate innovator, has been recognized by Fortune as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies for the fourteenth consecutive year.
The annual...
A. O. Smith Honored with Two Athenaeum GOOD DESIGN Awards
ASHLAND CITY, TENN.—A. O. Smith, a leader in water heating and water treatment, was recognized for design excellence by The Chicago Athenaeum: Museum of...
Q-PAC Article Offers Advice on Air Handler Upgrading
NATIONAL REPORT—Commercial buildings depend on air handling units to deliver consistent airflow, regulate indoor conditions, and keep energy consumption manageable. For decades, a single,...
Raising the Bar, Much Higher, on PTAC/VTAC Efficiency
At Boutique Design New York in November, I was introduced to Nextac, “the next evolution in PTAC and VTAC technology.” It was the Nextac...
