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How demanding is your building?


Demand Control Ventilation (DCV) is an excellent way to save energy in certain types of buildings. The best candidates include those with long operating hours, varying occupancy levels and moderate (or higher) annual heating or cooling loads. Groceries, theaters, big-box stores, restaurants and churches can see significant savings with DCV.

Choose ENERGY STAR® qualified products

Choosing heating and cooling systems with superior energy efficiency can have a significant impact on operational costs, month after month, year after year.

How to select superior-efficiency HVAC systems

Look for products that carry the ENERGY STAR label, which signifies higher energy efficiency, as well as reliable, effective performance. ENERGY STAR is a U.S. government-sponsored program designed to improve access to energy management strategies and high-efficiency products.

ENERGY STAR heating and cooling systems improve efficiency with features such as:

  • Multiple compressors that can be staged to provide just the right amount of heating and cooling
  • Compressors designed to operate on low most of the time for consistent, quiet comfort and better humidity control
  • High-efficiency indoor and outdoor coils designed for excellent heat transfer and low air resistance

You’ll find ENERGY STAR qualified products on a variety of manufacturers’ websites or on the ENERGY STAR website at energystar.gov. The ENERGY STAR site can also help you develop a company-wide energy management strategy with design tips and ideas on getting building occupants involved in saving energy.