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    Niagara® Earns Second 2023 WaterSense Partner of the Year Award from EPA

    Oct. 5, 2023
    The award marks Niagara’s 7th WaterSense award for its commitment to promoting water conservation and developing innovative plumbing products.
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    A few wind turbines and the operations center at Century Oak.

    Ferguson and ENGIE Collaborate on Renewable Energy Project

    Oct. 3, 2023
    The 65 MW Century Oak Wind agreement will generate the power equivalent to the annual electricity needs of more than 34,000 average US homes.
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    How Contractors Can Benefit from Today’s Electrification Trends

    Sept. 18, 2023
    Here are some ideas on how to push electrification forward and take advantage of the monetary savings and benefits.
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    Two workmen drilling a residential geothermal field.

    RPA, IGSHPA Sign MoU to Advance and Promote Geothermal Heating and Cooling

    Sept. 6, 2023
    The collaboration brings the geothermal industry together for consistency in the approach, installation, and guidance of geothermal systems.
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    Uponor Awarded Gold Level by EcoVadis Sustainability Rating

    Aug. 28, 2023
    This achievement reflects Uponor’s long-standing commitment to sustainability and transparency in its ESG reporting.
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    Duravit board members Stephan Patrick Tahy (center left) and Thomas Stammel (right), together with Canadian ministers Pascale St-Onge (left) and François-Philippe Champagne (center right), laid the foundation stone on July, 13.

    Duravit Builds the World's First Climate-Neutral Ceramic Plant in Canada

    Aug. 4, 2023
    Manufacturer becomes pioneer for sustainable sanitary industry.
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    Rheem Family of Brands Releases 2022 Sustainability Progress Report

    July 11, 2023
    Eco-forward programs launched at Friedrich® Air Conditioning and IBC™ Technologies Inc. showcased.
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    Digital Water Saves Millions for Communities, According to Leading Utilities

    June 15, 2023
    18 water utility experts share playbook for digital transformation and community impact.
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    Study: Water Demand Calculator™ Can Lead to Energy, Carbon and Water Savings in Single- and Multifamily Residences

    June 13, 2023
    Analysis conducted by Arup, a global collective of designers, consultants and experts dedicated to sustainable development.
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    IAPMO Proudly Supports 2023 National High-Performance Buildings Week

    June 12, 2023
    High-Performance Buildings Week is organized annually by a private sector coalition of building industry stakeholders.