Chris Hartmire Plaza
Introduction to the Project Built on a long-vacant lot in Pomona, Chris Hartmire Plaza is redefining what affordable housing can look like. Developed by the Cesar Chavez Foundation, this new...
High Performance Windows – Manufacturer Roundtable
Windows can account for up to 30% of a building’s heating and cooling energy loss, making them one of the most critical factors in achieving energy efficiency and occupant comfort. Advances in...
Heat Pump Water Heating with High-Performance Distribution Systems – Technical Guide
What is the Measure? Domestic hot water (DHW) systems often account for a significant share of a building’s total energy use. While equipment efficiency, such as that of water heaters, is frequently...
Heat Pump Water Heating with High-Performance Distribution Systems – Fact Sheet
Introduction to Heat Pump Water Heating with High-Performance Distribution Systems Water plays a vital role in nearly every building type, supporting a wide range of critical human, mechanical, and...
Deep Dive Into Heat Pump Water Heaters as a Decarbonization Strategy – Manufacturer Roundtable
On July 20, 2023, the CEDA team hosted a webinar featuring a heat pump water heater (HPWH) representative from Nyle. During the webinar, the speaker shared the benefits of HPWHs, system...
Global Warming Potential, Regulation Update and the Future of Refrigerants Manufacturer Roundtable
On August 9, 2023, the CEDA team hosted a webinar featuring a representative from Chemours to explore the evolving landscape of low global warming potential (GWP) refrigerants. The session...
Hydronic Heating Manufacturers Roundtable
Hydronic Heat Pumps: A New Frontier for Energy-Efficient Homes Air-to-water heat pumps (AWHPs) are gaining traction as a promising solution for energy-efficient, all-electric homes. These systems...
Drain and Wastewater Heat Recovery – Fact Sheet
What Is Drain and Wastewater Heat Recovery? Everyday activities like showering, using sinks, and washing laundry demand a significant amount of hot water use. After these tasks are complete, the...
Drain and Wastewater Heat Recovery – Technical Guide
What Is Drain and Wastewater Heat Recovery? Water is used extensively in daily life—whether in homes, businesses, or industrial settings—for activities such as showering, washing dishes, and...
Geothermal Systems – Fact Sheet
What is a geothermal system? Geothermal systems utilize electric heat pumps to harness the ground as both an energy source and sink. During winter, these systems absorb heat from the ground to warm...
High Efficiency Elevators – Manufacturer Roundtable
Elevators are everywhere, yet we rarely consider their energy use or the opportunities to improve their performance. Elevators and escalators can account for 2–7% of a building’s total energy...
Ground Source Heat Pumps – Manufacturer Roundtable
Air-source heat pumps are impressive, delivering two to four units of heat for every unit of electricity used. But there’s an even more efficient option: ground source, or "geothermal," heat pumps....
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