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Johnson Controls announces Panoptix™— a new approach to building efficiency

Wed, 05 Oct 2011 11:33:55 GMT

Johnson Controls, the global leader in building efficiency, announces the Panoptix solution, a new approach to building efficiency that makes it easier and more affordable for owners and operators of any size facility to achieve better building performance.

Johnson Controls Announces Global Alliance with Concentrix Solar

Mon, 11 Oct 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Johnson Controls (NYSE: JCI), the global leader in delivering products, services and solutions that increase energy efficiency in buildings, today announced a global alliance with German-based Concentrix Solar GmbH, a subsidiary of the Soitec Group. Concentrix Solar is a leading supplier of concentrating photovoltaic (CPV) systems.

Johnson Controls launches Institute for Building Efficiency

Wed, 05 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

The Institute for Building Efficiency is a new initiative of Johnson Controls providing information and analysis of technologies, policies, and practices for efficient, high performance buildings and smart energy systems around the world. The Institute leverages the company's 125 years of global experience providing energy efficient solutions for buildings to support and complement the efforts of non-profit organizations and industry associations.

EPA RECOGNIZES JOHNSON CONTROLS AS ENERGY STAR® PARTNER OF THE YEAR

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 05:00:00 GMT

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has recognized Johnson Controls, Inc. (NYSE: JCI) with a 2010 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year Award for its contributions to reducing greenhouse gas emissions through its energy efficient products and services. The company's accomplishments will be recognized at an awards ceremony in Washington, D.C. on March 18, 2010.

Florida Solar Energy Center's Philip Fairey Receives Lifetime Leadership Award

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Johnson Controls, the global leader in energy efficiency and sustainability, has named Philip Fairey, deputy director of the Florida Solar Energy Center, the recipient of the second annual Building Efficiency Lifetime Leadership (BELL) award. The BELL Award was created to recognize individuals who have devoted many years of their career to energy efficiency, sustainability or renewable energy.

Johnson Controls completes solar heating systems for seven El Paso Pools

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 04:00:00 GMT

Johnson Controls, Inc. (NYSE: JCI), the global leader in energy efficiency and sustainability, recently completed the installation of new solar heating systems at seven indoor pools in El Paso, Texas. The new systems, which are expected to save more than $1.5 million in energy costs from pool operations over the next 10 years, are ideal for one of the nation's sunniest cities, which averages more than 300 days of sunshine per calendar year.

Nominations Open for Lifetime Leadership Awards

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 04:00:00 GMT

People who know worthy nominees for the Building Efficiency Lifetime Leadership (BELL) award are encouraged to visit http://bit.ly/BELLdoc to review the nomination criteria and download the award nomination form.

Johnson Controls Completes Solar Project at Nation's Second Largest Convention Center

Fri, 29 May 2009 04:00:00 GMT

MILWAUKEE (May 20, 2009) – Johnson Controls, Inc., the global multi-industrial leader in energy efficiency, sustainability and renewable energy has completed the largest renewable energy generation system of its kind in the southeastern United States. The Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) in central Florida now has a solar photovoltaic (PV) system made up of a 1.1 megawatt rooftop single-crystalline PV system, and four 10-kilowatt experimental PV systems located around the facility. An education center inside the convention center will display the system data, performance and solar energy information to the millions of visitors to this world class convention center.

Johnson Controls Completes 12kW Solar Power Project at U.S. Penitentiary

Thu, 15 Jan 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Johnson Controls, Inc. (NYSE: JCI), the global leader in energy efficiency and sustainability, recently completed a solar photovoltaic (PV) power system at the U.S. Penitentiary and Federal Prison Camp (USP/FPC) in Tucson, Ariz. The system is part of an 18-stall parking structure that also provides shading for vehicles on site.

Johnson Controls Sponsors Award-Winning Film: Kilowatt Ours

Mon, 27 Oct 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Johnson Controls, the global leader in energy efficiency, is a proud sponsor of filmmaker Jeff Barrie's award-winning documentary, Kilowatt Ours: A Plan to Re-Energize America (www.kilowattours.org). The film educates and empowers individuals to reduce their consumption of fossil fuels by making more energy-efficient and sustainable choices in their daily lives.

Johnson Controls 1895 Energy Controls System Named Engineering Landmark

Fri, 30 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

At an event celebrating more than a century of ingenuity and innovation, the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) announced its designation of the Johnson Controls, Inc. automatic temperature control system as a Historic Mechanical Engineering Landmark. The invention of the first reliable and economical multi-zone temperature control system in 1895 by Johnson Controls founder Warren S. Johnson led to massive growth at the company and helped launch the modern building controls industry.

Johnson Controls Helps Deliver Zero Energy, Zero Carbon Building

Mon, 08 Oct 2007 04:00:00 GMT

Johnson Controls recently completed the design and installation of a unique heat pump-based HVAC system and controls for the new headquarters of Integrated Design Associates (IDeAs). This innovative solution will allow the facility to operate on a net-zero energy use basis and also contribute to its net-zero carbon emissions. The building, a refurbished bank branch, is designed to generate as much electricity as it uses.