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Trane Joins EPA's Climate Leaders Program
Trane Joins EPA's Climate Leaders Program
Published 12-04-07
Submitted by Trane, Inc.
PISCATAWAY, NJ, December 4, 2007 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Trane today announced its participation in the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA's) Climate Leaders program pledging to reduce company-wide greenhouse gas emissions.
"We are pleased to join the Climate Leaders program as part of our ongoing commitment to energy efficiency," said Fred Poses, chairman and CEO of Trane. "Reducing energy usage is the foundation for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. At Trane, we build on that foundation every day with energy-efficient systems and services for our customers. With the Climate Leaders program, we will reinforce our continuing commitment to those principles for our own operations."
"EPA applauds Trane for joining the Climate Leaders program. We look forward to working with them to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions and protecting our environment," said Robert J. Meyers, Principal Deputy Assistant Administrator of EPA's Office of Air and Radiation.
In joining the Climate Leaders program, Trane is broadening its already strong commitment to facilitate lower energy consumption by its customers. The company was one of the first four energy services companies asked to participate in the Clinton Climate Initiative (CCI), a program launched by former President Bill Clinton to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in 40 of the world's largest cities. The Trane CenTraVac(R) is the most energy-efficient chilled water system in the world for large buildings and has earned the company the "Best of the Best" Award from the EPA. In addition, many Trane residential products carry the EPA's "Energy Star" designation and the company markets the industry's most energy-efficient residential furnace.
About Trane
Trane Inc. (NYSE: TT), previously named American Standard Companies Inc., provides systems and services that enhance the quality and comfort of the air in homes and buildings around the world. The company offers customers a broad range of energy-efficient heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems; dehumidifying and air cleaning products; service and parts support; advanced building controls and financing solutions. Selling under both the Trane(R) and American Standard(R) brand names, the company's systems and services have leading positions in premium commercial, residential, institutional and industrial markets; a reputation for reliability, high quality and product innovation; and a powerful distribution network. In 2006 the business generated annual revenues of approximately $6.8 billion with $4.9 billion coming from equipment systems and $1.9 billion from parts, services and solutions. Trane has more than 29,000 employees and 29 production facilities worldwide. For more information, visit these Web sites: http://www.trane.com and http://www.americanstandardair.com.
About Climate Leaders
Climate Leaders is an EPA industry-government partnership that works with companies to develop comprehensive climate change strategies. Partner companies commit to reducing their impact on the global environment by completing a corporate-wide inventory of their greenhouse gas emissions based on a quality management system, setting aggressive reduction goals, and annually reporting their progress to EPA. Through program participation, companies create a credible record of their accomplishments and receive EPA recognition as corporate environmental leaders. For more information about Climate Leaders, visit http://www.epa.gov/climateleaders.
