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December 15, 2008
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Alice Blume-Yackavage Inspires Girl Scout Scholars to Pursue Careers In Math and Science
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Alice Blume-Yackavage, operations manager of Trane in New York – New Jersey and a degreed engineer, will be the guest speaker at the Dec. 20 session of the Girl Scout Council of Greater New York Scholars Program. She will speak to the girls about her education and career path – beginning at grade school.
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December 8, 2008
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Trane Raises Prices on Large Commercial Rooftops
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Today Trane announced a five percent price increase for select Large Commercial Rooftops. The increased prices are effective immediately for new quotations.
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November 20, 2008
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Girl Scouts Perform Building Audits at “Energy Efficiency” Day Camp
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On Nov. 22, 25 Girl Scout Juniors and Cadettes will participate in a day camp that will offer a full-day worth of hands-on activities designed to address energy use in the buildings where they learn and play – such as schools, libraries and community centers. The girls will conduct an energy audit of the Math and Science Center and the Program Center at Camp Dellwood.
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November 19, 2008
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Trane Launches First High Performance Systems Portfolio for K-12 Schools at U.S. Green Building Council’s GreenBuild in Boston
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Specifiers and school engineers attending the U.S. Green Building Council’s International Conference and Expo in Boston, will be the first to try Trane’s new “High Performance Systems Portfolio for K-12 Schools.”
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November 18, 2008
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Executive Centre Reduces Carbon Footprint and Earns Energy Efficiency Award
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Upgrades, retrofits and renovations are key to CB Richard Ellis’ national emphasis on high-efficiency, sustainable office buildings
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November 18, 2008
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Girl Scouts Journey To Smarter Energy Use in Buildings with Trane Sponsored Education Program
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GSUSA and Trane announced the launch of a new leadership journey designed to give girls the skills they need to be energy leaders in their communities. The journey will be available to troops nationwide in summer 2009.
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November 13, 2008
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Virginia Mental Health Hospital Improves Patient Comfort, Receives Award for Energy-Saving Renovations
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Catawba Hospital, a state-run psychiatric hospital in the Catawba Valley of Virginia, recently completed extensive renovations to its indoor comfort systems to make the buildings more energy efficient and improve patient and staff comfort.
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November 12, 2008
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Students Enjoy the Benefits of Leading Energy-Efficient School
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After major renovations to update a 30 year-old school building, students in the Daniel Boone Area School District now attend one of Pennsylvania’s leading energy efficient school buildings, the Daniel Boone High School Annex. The school district integrated environmentally sound design techniques using the Pennsylvania’s Guaranteed Energy Savings Act’s energy savings benchmarks and cost avoidance objectives.
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November 11, 2008
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Trane to Highlight Energy Conservation and Effective Building Maintenance at Advanced Facilities Management and Engineering Conference
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Trane leaders will be presenting two educational sessions at the Advanced Facilities Management and Engineering Conference (AFEC 2008) on November 12-13 in Denver. The conference brings together facility managers and engineers to discuss the latest trends related to the management and maintenance of buildings.
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November 11, 2008
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Texas School District Remedies Soaring Energy Costs and Aging Infrastructure, Receives Award for Becoming Leader in Energy Efficient Learning Environments
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District-Wide Green Renovations Provide Optimal Learning Environments and Save Taxpayers $125,000 in Projected Annual Energy and Operating Costs
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November 7, 2008
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Architecture Students at Ball State University Learn to Design Green Buildings…From the Ground Up
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Architecture students at Ball State University will learn how to save the environment one building at a time as Dave Sommer, business leader for Trane Indiana, discusses how green architecture incorporates innovative designs and technologies to significantly reduce a building’s negative impact on the environment.
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November 5, 2008
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Engineering Students Learn to Take Action on “Green Movement” at Indiana University-Bloomington
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Students at Indiana University-Bloomington will be learning how to “walk the energy-efficiency talk” as Dave Sommer, business leader for Trane Indiana, shares how green buildings leverage innovative, energy-efficient technologies to significantly reduce their environmental impact.
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October 29, 2008
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Green Buildings Are Now!
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University of Mississippi Engineering Students Learn About Technologies, Applications and Case Examples Proving the Value of Sustainable Buildings
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October 28, 2008
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Engineering Gets Redefined at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology
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Students at one of the nation’s top undergraduate engineering, science and mathematics colleges are learning this week that core engineering is no longer only drafting, design, development, testing, production or maintenance.
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October 22, 2008
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Trane Advances Green Communities with Platinum Sponsorship of Greenbuild 2008
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Trane, a leading global provider of indoor comfort systems and services for homes and commercial buildings, will be prominently represented in Boston as the city welcomes the U.S. Green Building Council’s 2008 Greenbuild International Conference and Expo on Nov.19-21 in the Boston Convention and Expo Center (BCEC).
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October 22, 2008
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Kentucky Girl Scouts Learn About Thermal Retention from Trane in “Don’t Let the Ice Cream Melt” Hands-On Workshops
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Girl Scouts from Girl Scouts of Kentucky’s Wilderness Road Council will discover the properties of thermal insulation and learn about engineering careers as part of the GEMS (Girls Enjoying Math and Science) Program at the University of Kentucky (UK) on Saturday, Oct. 25.
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October 22, 2008
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Ferris State University Students Learn from Trane How Green Building Can Reduce Largest Global Warming Culprit
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Chris Comperchio, business leader for Trane’s commercial business in Chicago and West Michigan, will speak to Ferris State University students on Oct. 23 about how they can reduce the impact of buildings, the largest global warming culprit — through green building and sustainability.
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October 21, 2008
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Iowa State University and Trane Launch Nation’s First Collegiate Sales Engineering Club
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Sales engineering offers graduates alternatives to traditional design and drafting careers and opportunities to “think outside the cubicle
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October 20, 2008
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Area Alternative School “Graduates” to New Location
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An area alternative high school that provides a fresh start for at-risk students from Whiteland High School is getting a new beginning of its own. On October 28 Clark-Pleasant Community School Corporation and Indianapolis-based non-profit Simon Youth Foundation will unveil the new site of Clark Pleasant Academy (CPA).
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October 10, 2008
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Hospital CEOs Learn to Improve Quality and Efficiency
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C-level executives will learn how to improve the quality of hospital care and how the physical environment of care impacts quality during a conference at the Hyatt Regency Crown Center in Kansas City, Mo., on Oct. 10.
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October 10, 2008
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Business Leaders Converge for Energy Conservation Conference and Expo
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Business leaders from around the state will gather today to discuss energy conservation and identify strategies to reduce energy use at the “What’s the Deal?” business energy-conservation conference at the Hartford Convention Center in Hartford, Conn.
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October 9, 2008
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Governor Convenes Local Leaders on Future of Clean Energy Technology in Tennessee
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To further accelerate the state’s leadership in the energy sector, Tennessee Gov. Phil Bredesen, former U.S. Sen. Howard Baker, and more than 30 clean energy experts will converge at the first-ever Governor’s Summit on Clean Energy Technology, to be held at the Knoxville Convention Center on Oct. 14-15.
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October 8, 2008
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Trane Vice President Speaks at California Polytechnic State University
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Jim Pape, Trane’s vice president of commercial business in the U.S. west territory, will speak to students, faculty and university leaders at California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly) on Oct. 9 as part of Trane’s Engineering Better Careers. Engineering Better Environments. program.
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October 7, 2008
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University of Memphis Renovates Campus As Part of Green Initiative, Saves $2 Million in Energy Costs Over Five Years and Receives Energy Award
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The University of Memphis, as part of a major initiative to take the campus green, conducted extensive renovations of its campus climate control system to dramatically reduce energy usage on its main campus. As a result, the university anticipates $2 million in savings over five years from the reduction in energy use and decreased maintenance costs.
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October 6, 2008
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Trane’s “Engineering Better Careers, Engineering Better Environments” Challenges College Students to Think Outside the Cubicle
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By the year 2015, the heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) industry will be short roughly 700,000 engineers – with more than 70 percent of energy services companies expecting their future to be impacted by shortages of skilled personnel. That’s why Trane is introducing an innovative program called “Engineering Better Careers, Engineering Better Environments™,” as a way to attract graduating college students to the HVAC industry and to the company.
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October 1, 2008
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Engineers to Converge for Building Automation and Control Workshop
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More than 100 engineers from six countries will have an opportunity to test their open-protocol building automation and control solutions at PlugFest 2008, to be held Oct. 7-9 in St. Paul. Sponsored by Trane on behalf of BACnet International, this year marks the 9th annual PlugFest, the industry's leading workshop for companies to perform interoperability testing for BACnet®-enabled solutions.
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September 25, 2008
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Trane Vice President Speaks to Texas A&M University Students on Ethics and Business Leadership
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Jim Pape, Trane’s vice president of commercial business in the U.S. west territory, will speak to students, faculty and university leaders at Texas A&M University on Sept. 25.
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September 24, 2008
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Fastest-Growing Community College in Texas Receives Energy Award, Saves More Than $250,000 in Operating Costs Annually
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El Paso Community College and its four campuses are a true showcase of energy-efficient, high-performance community colleges in the southwest. The college just completed extensive and innovative upgrades to its Transmountain, Valle Verde, Rio Grande campus buildings and Administrative Service Center, Building B. The expected result is more than $250,000 in annual operating savings.
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September 22, 2008
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Trane to Highlight the Business Case for Performance Contracting at Energy Engineering Conference
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Energy is the single largest operating expense in a typical commercial building and U.S. commercial buildings and industrial facilities spend over $200 billion annually on energy . Increased awareness by building owners and operators of the cost savings and environmental benefits of green buildings is driving the demand for energy-efficiency and resource management.
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September 16, 2008
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Barron Wis., School, Community Center and Hospital Share Energy Efficient Wood-fired Plant for HVAC Needs
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Barron School District is using an innovative and environmentally-friendly means to heat and cool their high school – and neighboring facilities. A wood-fired water plant supplies steam heat to Barron High School, Woodland Elementary School and Barron Hospital. Recently, the district saw an opportunity to expand on this and further benefit the community.
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September 10, 2008
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Trane President Speaks to UW-Madison Faculty and Students on Green Building
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John Conover, President of Trane’s commercial systems business in the Americas, will speak to students, faculty and university leaders at the University of Wisconsin – Madison on Thursday as part of the university’s Lindbergh Lecture Series.
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August 26, 2008
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Trane to Highlight Cooling Contingency Planning and Business Continuity at Facility Decisions 2008 Conference
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Steve Stalnaker, manager of Trane Rental Services, will present a session on “Cooling Contingency Planning: Preparing for Catastrophic Failure and Business Continuity” at the 2008 Facility Decisions Conference & Expo. The conference will explore the latest trends related to the management, operations, maintenance, design and construction of non-residential buildings.
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August 7, 2008
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Hospital Facility Managers Learn To Stretch Budgets with Automated System Monitoring Tool
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Florida’s hospitals are facing potential financial trouble as the state’s economy continues to weaken and the number of uninsured patients seeking treatment increases, according to the Florida Hospital Association. In this uncertain landscape, it is ever more critical for administrators and staff to stretch existing budgets as far as possible – and look for ways to cut unnecessary expenses.
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August 5, 2008
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Trane Leaders Teach Girls How to Perform a Building Energy Audit at Girl Scouts Leadership Institute
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Forty Girl Scouts from across the U.S. will discover more about energy, connect with the environment and take action to preserve precious resources during the Global Climate Change: Take a Stand! Leadership Institute.
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August 4, 2008
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Learn How Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Remote Service Support Boosts Energy and Operational Efficiency
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Trane Intelligent Service Engineer Paul Wheeler explains how remote service support for HVAC equipment can improve overall service planning, technician productivity and customer satisfaction in a new webinar, hosted by the Association for Facilities Engineering (AFE). The webinar is available for download at www.trane.com/remote_facility.
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July 15, 2008
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Healthcare Facility Managers Learn to Optimize Surgical Suites at 2008 ASHE Annual Conference
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The American Society of Healthcare Engineering (ASHE) offers professional learning opportunities for its members – and this years’ annual conference is no exception. Added to the roster for the first time is Trane, a leading global supplier of indoor comfort systems and comprehensive facility solutions.
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July 10, 2008
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Gov. Pawlenty, Trane President to Discuss Energy Issues with Minnesota Business Leaders
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Governor Tim Pawlenty, an advocate for increasing efficiency of state buildings and escalating the use of renewable fuels, will speak at Minnesota’s first Alliance to Save Energy Associate event, being held in St. Paul. The governor will talk to local business leaders about energy issues in Minnesota and around the country.
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June 23, 2008
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Miami Business Takes the Lead with LEED
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Miami is known for shrewd and creative business – even when the economy is slowing down. According to the Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce, “Miami-Dade’s economic activity has slowed down this year from the strong expansion enjoyed in the 2004-2006 period”. Not surprising, Miami business and building owners are taking the lead on “green building” and seeing not only environmental results, but bottom line outcomes, as well.
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June 16, 2008
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Trane Demonstrates How to Drive Value in Buildings At Building Owners and Managers Association International Conference
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The continued increase in building operating expenses and the desire to be environmentally responsible is driving the agenda of the Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) 2008 international conference. Trane is helping lead the charge by sharing its expertise in these areas with facility professionals.
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June 9, 2008
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“Millenials” Learn How to Make an Environmental Contribution through Building Engineering
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Trane technology leader meets with girls at Texas A&M’s Society of Women Engineers’ Summer Camp
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May 14, 2008
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Hospital Engineers Learn to Create Cooling Contingency Plans in Time for Hurricane Season
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As organizations throughout the Gulf South region get ready for the start of another hurricane season on June 1, hospitals are learning how to take special care to prepare for unplanned emergencies and disasters.
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May 13, 2008
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Trane Offers Contingency Planning for 2008 Hurricane Season
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Southeast businesses and commercial building owners can avoid catastrophic cooling failures during hurricane season.
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May 12, 2008
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India’s IT Parks Use High Performance Methodology to Save Up to 30% of Annual Energy Costs
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Increasing profits, satisfying tenants and being environmentally responsible
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May 5, 2008
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Southwest Virginia Counties Modernize Schools
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Four school districts improve classrooms, energy efficiency and quality of education.
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April 21, 2008
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Building Commissioners Learn Benefits of Energy-Efficient Systems at National Building Commissioning Conference
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Building owners are increasingly turning to energy-efficient heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) systems to meet their economic and environmental needs. The most sophisticated system designs offer greater efficiency, reduced carbon emissions, improved indoor air quality, and reduced operating expenses.
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April 21, 2008
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Take Command of Your CenTraVac™ Chiller Plant
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Demands for occupant comfort, energy efficiency and total cost of ownership continue to increase, placing added pressure on building professionals to apply technologies that are economically smart and environmentally responsible.
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April 14, 2008
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Bethel Middle School to Receive LEED Plaque and Award for Energy Efficiency
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Bethel Middle School, the first LEED certified school in Arkansas, will receive its LEED plaque and the Trane Energy Efficiency Leader in Education Award on Monday, April 21, 2008.
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April 14, 2008
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Trane Leader Named ASHRAE Distinguished Service Award Winner
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Trane Applications Engineering Manager Mick Schwedler is being honored with the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers’ (ASHRAE) Distinguished Service Award.
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April 10, 2008
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Trane Leader Goes to Capitol Hill for Great Energy Efficiency Day
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John W. Conover IV, president of the Trane commercial business in the Americas, will discuss energy-efficient building solutions in a presentation at 1:40 p.m., Wednesday, April 16, in Room G-50 of the Dirksen Senate Office Building on Capitol Hill. He will be participating in Great Energy Efficiency Day sponsored by the Alliance to Save Energy.
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April 7, 2008
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Ice Energy and Trane to Deliver Peak Power Relief to California Grid
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Ice Energy®, the premier provider of hybrid cooling technologies, and Trane, a leading global provider of indoor comfort systems and comprehensive facility solutions, will partner to shift peak power loads under Pacific Gas and Electric Company’s (PG&E) recently implemented ‘Shift & Save’ Program.
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April 3, 2008
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April 15 Tax Deadline Right Around the Corner
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With the April 15, 2008 tax deadline fast approaching, now is the time for property owners and corporations to calculate their building’s energy use and identify tax deductions.
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April 3, 2008
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Idaho Falls School District #91 Improves Learning Environment, Reduces Energy Consumption
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The Idaho Falls School District is working to improve students’ learning environment and save energy costs annually through building upgrades.
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April 1, 2008
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Vineland Schools Earns Award for Energy Efficiency at New Jersey School Building and Grounds Conference and Expo
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The Vineland School District in Vineland, NJ, was recognized today with the Trane Energy Efficiency Leader in Education Award for sustainable energy and operational efficiency.
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March 5, 2008
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You've Got the Power
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Global warming. National security. Energy independence.
World class issues, to be sure. And directly related to two other immediate issues facing building owners and management each and every day: Keeping both operations humming and the bottom line in the black.
The good news is that as building owners and managers, you’ve got the power to impact them all.
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February 26, 2008
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Evans Memorial Hospital Earns Award for Energy Efficiency
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Evans Memorial Hospital in Claxton, Ga., was recently recognized with the Trane Energy Efficiency Leader in Healthcare Award for sustainable energy and operational efficiency.
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February 19, 2008
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Trane Supports 2008 MCAA Annual Conference To Help Mechanical Contractors Be More Profitable and Productive
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Trane, a global provider of indoor comfort systems and comprehensive facility solutions, announced today that it is sponsoring the Mechanical Contractors Association of America (MCAA) Annual Conference and Expo, March 2-6 at the JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa in Palm Desert, Calif.
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February 12, 2008
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EarthWise Systems Provide Cost-Saving Benefits and Greater Design Flexibility to Building Owners and Developers
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Trane shares concept with building owners and their influencers during a series of seminars throughout North America
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February 6, 2008
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Trane Drives Improvements in Acoustical Conditions and Speech Privacy in Healthcare Environments
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Trane, a global provider of indoor comfort systems and comprehensive facility solutions, is showing its commitment to improving acoustical conditions and speech privacy in healthcare environments through its sponsorship of the Noise, Sound & Privacy Action Committee (NSPAC).
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February 4, 2008
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Trane Rental Services Opens New Location in Salt Lake City
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This new facility in Utah allows building owners and contractors who face HVAC emergencies in the western and central parts of the U.S. to save time and money on product shipment.
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January 30, 2008
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Student Council Leaders Learn to Create High Performance Schools
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Trane to Facilitate Energy Auditing Workshops at National Association of Student Councils LEAD Conferences
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January 14, 2008
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Georgia Hospital and Nursing Home Improve Quality of Patient Care...
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...While Saving Significant Energy and Operating Costs
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January 11, 2008
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