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A closer look at why heat pumps are dominating EV HVAC systems

Charged

Heating or cooling the interior cabin of an EV substantially affects the vehicle’s on-road efficiency, and the HVAC system often gets the proverbial “rented mule” treatment. In an EV, while using the HVAC won’t detract from the maximum output of the traction motor, it does still demand energy from the battery, so there will be a hit to range.

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How solar-charged HVAC keeps trucking cool

GreenBiz

How solar-charged HVAC keeps trucking cool. To reduce fuel consumption — which by extension decreases emissions — trucking fleets are using auxiliary electric battery HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) units in combination with solar panels installed on truck roofs. Mike Roeth. Tue, 08/11/2020 - 00:01.

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Freebee deploys Lightning Systems’ EVs for on-demand public transport

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Freebee, which offers passengers free door-to-door rides through municipal transportation contracts, has received two of the six vans and put them into service shortly after delivery.

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Meet Our Members: Introducing Greentown’s Newest Startups of Q3 2022

Greentown Labs

SmartAC.com ’s HVAC & plumbing algorithms are powered by 24/7 data on HVAC performance and water leak/clog detection, streamlining the experience for homeowners while aiding contractors in fostering long-term homeowner loyalty. Transportation.

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Three home battery storage sales strategies

Mosaic

The additional cost of battery storage for residential solar systems can be a deterrent for some homeowners. It’s up to solar professionals to help their customers see the added value battery storage can bring. It’s up to solar professionals to help their customers see the added value battery storage can bring.

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Meet Our Members: Introducing Greentown’s Newest Startups of Q4 2022

Greentown Labs

Conduit Tech builds software and machine learning technologies that integrate home-specific insights and data into the HVAC sales process. Transportation. Sensai Analytics helps commercial EV owners maximize the residual value of batteries. We’re thrilled to support these groundbreaking climatetech startups—let us introduce you!

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Sustainable Facilities Forum – Education Program

Green Technology

Summit Floorplan Advisory Board With guidance and direction from our advisory board, the concurrent sessions offer insights from the experts and practitioners at the leading edge of green progress, in fields ranging from transportation and energy to funding, architecture and green schools. and many more.