BENTON HARBOR, MICH.—Whirlpool Corp. announced that it has been named to the 2023 Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI) in recognition of the company’s dedication to responsible and ethical business practices. This marks the second consecutive year Whirlpool Corp. has been named to the World Index. The company is also on the North America Index for the 17th year. “For 112 years we have held ourselves to the highest ethical standards in our business operations, and we are proud of our long history of purposeful innovation, sustainable operations and local community engagement,” said Marc Bitzer, Chairman and CEO of Whirlpool Corp....

ITASCA, ILL.—Fellowes will showcase its revolutionary Array networked air quality system at AHR Expo 2024, in Chicago, January 22 to 24, continuing its century-long tradition of delivering innovative home, workplace, and smart technology to fulfill WorkLife needs. Array is the first system of its kind, where networked air purifiers work alongside commercial HVAC systems to improve indoor air quality faster and more efficiently than ever before. Array is a breakthrough solution that uses proprietary technology to combine the benefits of H13 True HEPA filtration, a full suite of indoor air quality sensors and monitoring with real-time data to monitor, track,...

NEW YORK—As organizations around the world face rising costs related to water damage and increased focus on water sustainability, WINT Water Intelligence is building on its success in 2023 to continue solving these challenges for insurance, construction, facilities, and property management companies. In 2023, WINT helped over 400 leading global enterprises mitigate water damage and reduce their environmental footprint; these customers saved a total of 652 million gallons of water which would have resulted in the release of 22,000 metric tons of carbon emissions. In addition, WINT’s solutions prevented over 900 water damage incidents with a total damage potential of tens...

MIAMI—Airzone Control, provider of HVAC solutions for zoning, automation, and smart control, announced a revolutionary new integration with the full portfolio of Nest thermostats. The integration between the Airzone Aidoo Pro and Nest smart thermostats (Nest Thermostat and Nest Learning Thermostat) enables seamless bi-directional communication between the Inverter/VRF and mini split HVAC units that are soaring in popularity. The Inverter/VRF solutions market is expected to reach $31.9 billion by 2025, with a CAGR of 12.7 percent between 2021 and 2025. The global smart thermostat market is expanding in parallel and expected to triple by 2028 as more users gravitate towards...

TORONTO—A new, greener era in hardscaping is here thanks to award-winning EcoTerra technology by Unilock, North America’s premier manufacturer of concrete interlocking paving stones and segmental retaining walls for patios, plazas, walkways and more. EcoTerra technology replaces traditional Portland Cement with a carbon-neutral alkali-activated mineral binder which results in a 100 percent cement-free face-mix. This results in a highly durable, remarkably colorfast product that will reduce carbon up to 15 percent. The first-of-its-kind in the North American hardscape market, EcoTerra’s leading-edge technology will allow designers and contractors to create beautiful outdoor spaces—sustainably: Zero Cement: With no cement in the face-mix, there is no chemical reaction...

NORTON SHORES, MICH.—EarthTronics, dedicated to developing innovative energy-saving lighting products that provide a positive economic and environmental impact, introduces its new 48”, 15-watt direct wire linear LED T8 with a flexible design that allows for single- or double-end operation on 120-277V for maximum energy savings. It is a plug and play solution that can work on electronic ballasts and can be direct wired to line voltage quickly with no lamp holder modifications necessary. Ideal for commercial, municipal, school and university retrofit applications, the new A/B Hybrid LED lamp is color selectable 3000K, 3500K, 4000K, 5000K or 6500K and is adjusted in the...

ODESSA, FLA.—Green Lodging News has added a Banyan Water case study to the Vendor Case Studies section of its website. The case study details how Banyan Water was able to help Hospitality Investors Trust, Inc. (HIT REIT) reduce water consumption and costs across its 50 properties. Banyan Water’s ability to track water usage in real time and prevent waste resulted in 10,523,385 gallons of water saved, a 72 percent reduction in water costs, and a two-year expected payback. A total of 514 water leaks were identified. A lack of real-time data, increased systems issues, and untracked water usage left HIT...

MIAMI—After four years of research and development, SOFi Products is excited to reveal its new 100 percent plastic-free, biodegradable cup for hot beverages that doesn’t require a separate lid. The SOFi Hot Cup features three flaps that fold together to form a spill-proof spout. This design eliminates the need for a separate plastic lid, saving businesses money, storage space and freight costs. The company’s breakthrough patent-pending locking mechanism also ensures unmatched spill protection, while its proprietary water-based coating eliminates soggy sips. “There are no cups currently on the market that are 100 percent biodegradable and eliminate the need for a lid,”...

SANTA CRUZ, CALIF.—Steeped Coffee, a Certified B Corporation, and a pioneer in the single serve compostable coffee industry, has teamed up with ADDICTIVE Coffee Roasters to serve the hospitality industry. With a process brewed like tea, Steeped is helping to make quality coffee from hundreds of top brands accessible and sustainable. Steeped Packs contain craft-roasted, freshly ground pre-portioned coffee that is triple nitro-sealed to guarantee each perfect, “Barista-Approved” cup. The company’s Guilt-Free Packing is commercially compostable, from the outer packaging to the inner Steeped Brew Bags. No pods or plugs required. “At Steeped, we are changing the way people view single-serve coffee, delivering all...

JAMESTOWN, N.Y.—Hope’s Windows, Inc., a leading and experienced manufacturer of custom-designed, solid hot-rolled steel and solid bronze window and door systems, will exhibit its leading products at the 2024 NAHB International Builders’ Show in Las Vegas, from February 27 to 29. Visit booth #C8146 to view firsthand the signature steel doors and windows in Hope’s Old World Suite, alongside Hope’s award-winning Thermal Evolution technology. At the largest light construction show in the world, learn how the residential construction industry can elevate projects calling for classic solid steel windows and doors with Hope’s Old World Suite. This suite is designed with exclusive, old-world...