What does the Campaign offer to building owners & managers?
The Campaign offers technical assistance and guidance resources to building owners & managers to support effective installation and/or ongoing management of controls for packaged rooftop HVAC units. The Campaign also offers recognition for exemplary installation or operations processes.
What are the eligibility criteria to be a Campaign participant?
To be a Campaign participant, building owners/managers must have a commercial building or buildings equipped with packaged HVAC units (RTUs), which may be heat pumps. There are no strict size limitations but the Campaign is geared toward small-to-medium sized buildings up to 75,000 square feet.
What if I want to upgrade more than my controls?
If you want to upgrade more than just your HVAC controls, we can provide direct support for the HVAC portion and may direct you to other DOE-funded Campaigns for other technologies.
What kind of HVAC controls are being promoted by the Campaign?
The Campaign supports a range of solutions, such as networked thermostats, the addition of advanced control/sensing capabilities, and more advanced optimization functionality.
How do I join?
To enroll, fill out this form on our website.
What is my commitment as a building owner when joining the Campaign?
As a building owner, we’ll support you in your efforts to upgrade your HVAC controls and/or follow ongoing controls management best practices. We will list you on the Campaign’s website, invite you to participate in peer-to-peer discussions, and we’ll also request information in surveys and data requests.
Do I need to have controls already installed to join the Campaign?
No, we will provide support for any stage of the process: defining needs, guidance on product selection, installation, and operation. If you do already have controls we offer best practice operations guidance and recognition opportunities.
How are you partnering with technology vendors, utilities, HVAC contractors, and others?
The Campaign is partnering with technology vendors, utilities, HVAC contractors, and other organizations to provide building owners/managers with access to the best resources and support for upgrading their HVAC controls.
What is the goal of the Campaign?
The goal of the Campaign is to improve energy efficiency and comfort in small-to-medium commercial buildings by supporting the use of advanced HVAC controls for packaged rooftop units.
Who are the Campaign organizers?
The Campaign is led by Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, and sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy.
What is the difference between a Campaign participant and partner?
A Campaign participant is a building owner/manager who has registered with the Campaign and is upgrading their HVAC controls. A Campaign partner is an organization, such as a technology vendor, HVAC contractor, or utility that supports the goals of the Campaign but is not directly upgrading their HVAC controls.
Is there any cost to join the Campaign?
No, joining the Campaign is free and there are no obligations other than to respond to annual information requests. Building owners & managers can access the Campaign's resources at no cost.