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Mitsubishi Electric Case Study Featured in December 26 Issue of ACH&R News
SUWANEE, Ga. - January 2012 - The December 26 issue of ACH&R News featured the Lindberg’s Cove Resort case study in the article “Heat Pump System Halves Heating Costs.” The feature discusses how the split-ductless systems installed in each of the resort’s seven cottages reduced the northern Michigan resort’s heating costs by half and provided the cottages’ first source of air conditioning during the summer months.
Mitsubishi Electric’s Ross Net Zero Case Study Featured on Cover of Energy-Efficient Homes
SUWANEE, Ga. - December 2011 - Energy-Efficient Homes featured Mitsubishi Electric's Ross Family case study as its Winter 2011 cover story. The article, "The Making of a Net-Zero Home," features an interview with architect Andrew Webster, project manager, Coldham & Hartman Architects in Amherst, Mass. Webster discusses several energy-efficient elements of the home's design and explains how the Mitsubishi Electric heat pump was ideal for the Ross family's Net-Zero energy goals.
Mitsubishi Electric YTD Media Circulation Tops 17 Billion
SUWANEE, Ga. - December 2011 - Because of a large amount of print, radio and television coverage, Mitsubishi Electric Cooling & Heating is experiencing record-breaking media coverage. Impressively, we have received more feature story and other media hits this year than any previous year. Our total media hits for 2011 has already surpassed 2010 by more than 200. The third quarter marks the third straight of double-digit coverage growth.
Mitsubishi Electric Featured in December Encore Presentation of “Kitchen Impossible” on the DIY Network
SUWANEE, Ga. - December 2011 - Catch an encore presentation of DIY Network’s “Kitchen Impossible” to see how our Hyper-Heating system helps transform a Philadelphia kitchen. The show airs on Friday, December 9 at 5:00 p.m. EST.
Mitsubishi Electric Named HVAC Finalist in Plant Engineering Competition
SUWANEE, Ga. - December 2011 - Mitsubishi Electric's RedLINK wireless controller and Dedicated Outdoor Air System (DOAS) have been named finalists in Plant Engineering's Product of the Year competition in the HVAC category. The finalists are profiled in the publication's November print, digital and online editions, and readers can now vote for their favorite products. The winners will be featured in the April issue.
Mitsubishi Electric Featured Throughout October 24 Issue of ACH&R News
SUWANEE, Ga. – November 2011 - Mitsubishi Electric made a splash in yet another issue of ACH&R News with a meView product blurb, a mention in an AHRI feature story and an employee blurb in the “Industry Briefs” section, all in the October 24 edition.
Mitsubishi Electric Products to Be Featured in Two November Television Broadcasts
SUWANEE, Ga. - November 2011 - The Friday, Nov. 4 episode of ABC’s hit TV series “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” will feature cooling and heating equipment donated by Mitsubishi Electric. The Sunday, Nov. 20 episode of “Kitchen Impossible” on the DIY Network, will also feature cooling and heating equipment donated by Mitsubishi Electric.
Mitsubishi Electric CES Article Featured in October Issue of ARCHITECT
SUWANEE, Ga. - November 2011 - The October issue of ARCHITECT features Mitsubishi Electric in the article titled "Benefits of VRF in the LEED® Certification Process," in the print and digital editions. The article includes a detailed background on VRF technology, benefits of VRF systems and how these systems can earn buildings LEED points.
Mitsubishi Electric M-Series H2i System Featured in October Issue of remodeling
Suwanee, Ga. – November 2011 - The October issue of remodeling featured the M-Series H2i® system in its print and digital editions. The article, titled “What’s Hot, What’s Cool,” notes that the H2i system can operate at 100 percent capacity at ambient temperatures as low as five degrees Fahrenheit.
Mitsubishi Electric’s RedLINK Controller Featured in September/October Issue of ecohome
SUWANEE, Ga. – November 2011 - The September/October issue of ecohome featured Mitsubishi Electric’s RedLINK wireless controller in the “New + Notable” feature, in the print, online and digital editions. This recurring feature highlights new products that ecohome editors think will interest readers.
Mitsubishi Electric Featured in Popular Mechanics' Solar Decathlon Article
SUWANEE, Ga. - September 2011 - The October issue of Popular Mechanics features Mitsubishi Electric in the article, "Rethinking the Home of the Future: 22 Big Ideas from the 2011 Solar Decathlon." In the article, California Institute of Technology student Fei Yang, whose team is building a house named CHIP, mentioned that the Mitsubishi Electric MXZ-2B system is the "single best piece of CHIP's HVAC equipment."
Mitsubishi Electric Featured Throughout August 29 Issue of ACH&R News
SUWANEE, Ga. - August 2011 - Mitsubishi Electric was featured throughout the August 29 issue of ACH&R News, including coverage in two feature articles and three mentions in the cover’s “Industry Briefs” section.
Gilbert Hall Case Study Featured in “Schools” Issue of ACH&R News
SUWANEE, Ga. - August 2011 - The August 1 “Schools” issue of ACH&R News featured Mitsubishi Electric’s Gilbert Hall case study. The article explains that the designer of the residence hall at Pacific University in Forest Grove, Ore. chose Mitsubishi Electric commercial systems after the success of an earlier on-campus Mitsubishi Electric project, Burlingham Hall.
Mitsubishi Electric Helps CEC Adopt AHRI Directory
SUWANEE, Ga. - August 2011 - Mitsubishi Electric's Paul Doppel, director of government affairs and factory liaison, was instrumental in helping the California Energy Commission (CEC) sign on to use AHRI's (Air Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Institute) Directory of Certified Product Performance. The CEC will use AHRI as a source to determine compliance with Title 20 for certain HVAC systems, including mini-split air conditioners and heat pump systems.
Mitsubishi Electric Residential Systems Featured in July Issue of GreenBuilder
SUWANEE, Ga. - August 2011 - Mitsubishi Electric’s residential systems were featured in the July print and digital editions of GreenBuilder in the article “A Net-Zero Neighborhood: Easing the Impact.” The M-Series was listed as the preferred HVAC solution for “SOL (Solutions Oriented Living)” homes, a 40-unit Net-Zero Austin housing development.
Bill Rau’s Commentary on Japan Tsunami Featured in August Contractor Magazine
SUWANEE, Ga. - August 2011 - Bill Rau's commentary on the Japan's tsunami was featured in the Contractor article, titled "Japanese companies back on track after earthquake." The article, which appeared in the August print, digital and online editions, explains that Mitsubishi Electric was fortunate to come out of the tragedy relatively unharmed, both in terms of employee welfare and product availability.
Meredith Emmerich Featured on Cover of July 25 Issue of ACH&R News
SUWANEE, Ga. - August 2011 - Meredith Emmerich's promotion announcement and photo were featured on the cover of the July 25 issue of ACH&R News in the "Manufacturers for the Week" section.
Ross Family Case Study Featured in Summer Issues of Bay State Builder & Granite State Builder
SUWANEE, Ga. - July 2011 - Bay State Builder, the official publication of the Home Builders Association of Massachusetts, and Granite State Builder, the official publication of the Home Builders and Remodelers Association of New Hampshire, featured Mitsubishi Electric's Ross FamilyCase Study in the summer print and digital editions. The article titled "VRF Technology Helps 'Net Zero' Home Reach Energy-Savings Goals," highlights the Mitsubishi Electric system that the Ross family installed to save energy and combat harsh New England winters.
Mitsubishi Electric Controller Featured in July Issue of Builder and Developer
SUWANEE, Ga. - July 2011 - Builder and Developer featured the Mitsubishi Electric Controller with RedLINK technology in the article, "Tech-Savvy Solutions for Today and Tomorrow." The article, which appears in the July print, digital and online editions, explains how the Controller, along with other high-tech products, makes life easier for builders and homebuyers.
Mitsubishi Electric Cooling & Heating Featured on “The Money Pit” Radio Show
SUWANEE, Ga. - July 2011 - Hosts of "The Money Pit" featured Mitsubishi Electric's Residential Systems in their weekly radio show on July 11. Host Leslie Segrete told listeners that she has a Mitsubishi Electric system installed in her basement, which helps maintain the perfect temperature with fickle northeast climates.
Commentary from Marc Zipfel Featured in Summer Issue of Contractor Excellence
SUWANEE, Ga. - July 2011 - Mitsubishi Electric Cooling & Heating was featured in Contractor Excellence in the summer print and online editions. The article titled "High-End Systems Satisfy Everyone," included commentary from Marc Zipfel about the benefits of Mitsubishi Electric's high-end HVAC units, including energy savings, no ductwork and the smallest footprint in the industry.
M-Series Won Honorable Mention in ACH&R News’ Dealer Design Awards
SUWANEE, Ga. - July 2011 - The M-Series has won an honorable mention in the HVAC Residential Equipment category of ACH&R News’ Dealer Design Awards. There were more than 120 products entered into this year’s competition, and winners were announced in the July 11 print and online editions.
July Issue of Contracting Business Featured Multiple Mitsubishi Electric References
SUWANEE, Ga. - July 2011 - Mitsubishi Electric was featured in the Contracting Business article, titled "'Serving Up' Cool Computer Rooms," in the July print and online editions. The article includes commentary from Marc Zipfel about the unique cooling needs of data centers and how Mitsubishi Electric systems can be used to precisely control the climate of these spaces.
Mitsubishi Electric’s Minnie Howard Case Study Featured in Distributed Energy
SUWANEE, Ga. – July 2011 - Distributed Energy featured the Minnie Howard Case Study in the article titled “HVAC Payback: System Upgrades Increasingly Emerge as a Means to a Financial End.” The article, which appeared in the July/August print, digital and online edition, focuses on examples of how HVAC system upgrades can be used to reduce annual energy costs. Mitsubishi Electric’s W-Series installation in Minnie Howard Middle School was highlighted as an example of how to achieve this goal.
Mitsubishi Electric’s Archdale Hall Case Study Featured in Engineered Systems
SUWANEE, Ga. – July 2011 - Engineered Systems featured the Archdale Hall at Guilford College case study in the feature story “VRF points to improved comfort, LEED® standard at NC college,” in the June print and online editions. To combat high energy costs and faculty complaints of discomfort, Mitsubishi Electric systems were installed to help transform Archdale Hall, the oldest building on campus. The installation also set a standard for the college to strive for LEED certification on all future renovations.
Marc Zipfel Byline on Sustainable HVAC Featured in Commercial Building Products
SUWANEE, Ga. - July 2011 - Mitsubishi Electric's Marc Zipfel is featured in the June issue of Commercial Building Products in print and online. In his bylined article entitled "Sustainable HVAC: Putting VRF to Work," Zipfel provides an overview of VRF and split-ductless technologies as well as some great photography from various successful Mitsubishi Electric VRF installations.
HVACR Distribution Business Featured Mitsubishi Electric’s Manufacturer’s Rep in the June 15 Issue
SUWANEE, Ga. – July 2011 – Mitsubishi Electric’s Manufacturer’s Representative, Katrina Schaffer, was named top supplier sales person for 2010 by Gustave A. Larson Company. During a recent awards dinner, winners were recognized in each of Larson’s five regions. Schaeffer represents Vista Sales in the Mountain Region. The announcement appeared in the June 15 online issue of HVACR Distribution Business.
Mitsubishi Electric Featured on WPIX-TV Morning Broadcast
SUWANEE, Ga. - June 2011 - On June 24, Mitsubishi Electric was featured on the WPIX-TV, New York morning broadcast. In the segment, titled "It's Your Money: Keeping Cool," Tom Kraeutler, host of the nationally syndicated Money Pit home improvement radio show, touts Mitsubishi Electric's systems for being energy-efficient and quiet. He also thanks ABCO and John Hanley for the quick delivery of the system.
Mitsubishi Electric Featured in Glen Haege’s “Master Handyman” Column in The Detroit News
SUWANEE, Ga. - June 2011 - Glen Haege, author of the “Master Handyman” column, featured Mitsubishi Electric’s residential systems in an article titled “No Central Air? Here’s How to Still Stay Cool” in The Detroit News’ June 10 print and online editions as well as on Haege’s website. Glenn mentions that Mitsubishi Electric’s split-ductless systems are a great alternative to central air and a great option for older homes.
Consulting-Specifying Engineer Chose DOAS as Product of the Year Finalist
SUWANEE, Ga. - June 2011 - Consulting-Specifying Engineer has chosen the DOAS as a finalist in the HVAC/R category of its seventh annual Product of the Year competition. The magazine chose 10 finalists in each category, and readers will vote for what products win a gold, silver and bronze award in each category. The article, titled “Vote for This Year’s Best Products,” is featured in CSE’s May issue.
ACH&R News Featured Letter to the Editor from Bill Rau Discussing Product Availability
SUWANEE, Ga. - May 2011 - The Letter to the Editor from Bill Rau submitted to ACH&R News has run in the May 23 issue. The letter communicates to the HVAC industry the confidence that Mitsubishi Electric will experience no major disruptions in product availability in spite of the tsunami and earthquake in Japan in March.
Three Mitsubishi Electric New Hires Featured on ACH&R News Cover
SUWANEE, Ga. - May 2011 - The cover of the May 2 issue of ACH&R News featured three new Mitsubishi Electric hires: Patrick Sullivan, Sean Foster and Merrill McLennand. The news clip includes the job titles and territories managed by the new hires.
Y- and P-Series Systems Featured in ACH&R News’ Showcase
SUWANEE, Ga. - May 2011 - The May 2 issue of ACH&R News featured Mitsubishi Electric's Y- and P-Series systems submitted as part of their annual Commercial Cooling Showcase. The showcase contains photos and features of the latest air conditioning units available for the summer season.
M-Series Featured in May Issue of Louisville Builder
SUWANEE, Ga. - May 2011 - Louisville Builder, the official publication of the Home Builders Association of Louisville, Ky. featured the Mitsubishi Electric M-Series in its May 2011 issue. The article, titled “Green Products: Revolutionize and Energize Homebuilding Industry,” highlighted the M-Series multi-zone system as an energy saving product that builders can provide their customers with.
DOAS Featured in May Issue of Architect Magazine
SUWANEE, Ga. - May 2011 - The May issue of Architect featured the Mitsubishi Electric Dedicated Outdoor Air System (DOAS) as part of an HVAC product focus. The article mentions that the CITY MULTI system preconditions outside air for introduction into downstream HVAC units, thereby lessening the load on the primary HVAC system.
RedLINK Controller Featured in Spring Issue of BUILDING PRODUCTS
SUWANEE, Ga. - May 2011 - The Spring issue of BUILDING PRODUCTS featured Mitsubishi Electric’s RedLINK controller in the article, “Interior Products: What’s New.” The blurb touts the fact that the RedLINK controller can operate up to 16 zones.
Mitsubishi Electric’s WOOD TV8 Case Study Featured in ACH&R News
SUWANEE, Ga. - April 2011 - The April 25 issue of ACH&R News featured the WOOD TV8 case study in the article "Ductless System Delivers for TV Station." Mitsubishi Electric VRF systems were installed in this Grand Rapids, Mich. television station to meet the building's unique comfort needs, and their extremely quiet operation allowed for the system to run during tapings, maximizing comfort for the on-air personalities during newscasts.
“Inhabitat” Blog Features Mitsubishi Electric Residential System
SUWANEE, Ga. - April 2011 - "Inhabitat" featured a Mitsubishi Electric residential system in its April 19 feature article, "Inside the New Williamsburg Passive House by Loadingdock5," in which a Mitsubishi Electric residential unit was installed in a passive house in the Williamsburg community of Brooklyn.
Mitsubishi Electric Residential System Featured on “Inhabitat” Blog
SUWANEE, Ga. - March 2011 - The March issue of Builder Magazine mentioned the Mitsubishi Electric M-Series in its cover story on the Hudson Passive Project, a home in Claverack, N.Y. that uses 83 percent less energy than the average home. The M-Series was listed as one of the energy-saving solutions for the project.
Mitsubishi Electric H2i P-Series Named 2010 Readers’ Choice in RSES Journal
SUWANEE, Ga. - March 2011 - RSES Journal named the Mitsubishi Electric H2i P-Series a 2010 Readers’ Choice Award winner in the March issue. The winning products were those that had the highest number of reader inquiries last year.
Commentary from Mitsubishi Electric Product Manager Chuck Applebee Featured in ACH&R News
SUWANEE, Ga. – March 2011 - The March 21 issue of ACH&R News featured commentary from Chuck Applebee in the article “IAQ and Energy Efficiency are Linked.” The feature covers the awareness of homeowners of the relationship between energy efficiency and indoor air quality.
Mitsubishi Electric’s VRF Installation at the USC Kappa Kappa Gamma House Featured in Indoor Comfort News
SUWANEE, Ga. – March 2011 - The March issue of Indoor Comfort News featured the USC Kappa Kappa Gamma case study in the article “Mitsubishi Saves the Day at USC Kappa Kappa Gamma House.” The article features Mitsubishi Electric’s VRF solution for a failed cooling and heating system in the Kappa house. What was especially impressive is that the installation was completed in the three short months while the student residents of the house were away for summer vacation.
Mitsubishi Electric’s RedLINK Controller Featured in Consulting-Specifying Engineer
SUWANEE, Ga. – March 2011 - Consulting-Specifying Engineer featured Mitsubishi Electric’s RedLINK controller in the article “Heat Pumps with Wireless HVAC Protocol.” The article is scheduled to run in print in the “New Products” section in an upcoming April or May issue and announces that Mitsubishi Electric P-Series systems will now incorporate Honeywell’s RedLINK wireless protocol.
Mitsubishi Electric’s VRF Installation at Minnie Howard Featured in Consulting-Specifying Engineer
SUWANEE, Ga. - March 2011 - Consulting-Specifying Engineer featured a Minnie Howard Middle School byline entitled “Engineering a Sustainable School” in its March issue. Bylined by project engineer, Bruce Beddow, b2E Consulting Engineers, the article highlights Mitsubishi Electric’s water source system and its role as part of an innovative package of technologies that together resulted in one of the most energy efficient systems in the country.
Mitsubishi Electric’s VRF Installation at Savery Hall Featured in March issue of Commercial Building Products
SUWANEE, Ga. - March 2011 - Commercial Building Products featured the Mitsubishi Electric installation at Savery Hall in the feature story, "Modern Technology Brings Old Building Up To Date." The article highlights Mitsubishi Electric's VRF zoning system as it helped achieve LEED Gold for the renovation of University of Washington's historic Savery Hall.
Fine Homebuilding Featured the Mr. Slim Hyper-Heat Unit in the March 2011 Issue
SUWANEE, Ga. - March 2011 - Fine Homebuilding featured the Mr. Slim Hyper-Heat Unit in the article, “Heating Options for a Small Home.” The article mentions model number PUZ-HA36NHA as having a nominal heat-output rating of 38,000 Btu/hour.
Mitsubishi Electric’s Hotel Indigo Case Study Featured in the February 28 Issue of ACH&R News
SUWANEE, Ga. - February 2011 - The February 28 issue of ACH&R News featured the Hotel Indigo case study in the article “Unique Hotel Earns LEED Gold Certification.” The feature article focuses on the installation of VRF zoning systems from Mitsubishi Electric that helped achieve LEED Gold for this boutique hotel.
“The Money Pit” Community Online Forum Featured Mitsubishi Electric’s Split-Ductless System
SUWANEE, Ga. - February 2011 -Mitsubishi Electric's mini-split ductless system was featured in "The Money Pit" community online Forum. During a question and answer segment, one of the hosts touted Mitsubishi Electric's mini-split ductless brand as an excellent choice and a market leader in the category.
Mitsubishi Electric’s P-Series Hyper-Heating Heat Pump Featured in the January/February issue of Plant Engineering
SUWANEE, Ga. - February 2011 - Plant Engineering featured Mitsubishi Electric’s P-Series Hyper-Heating heat pump in the article “AHR Expo Sees Big Crowds, Bigger Innovation” in the January/February edition. The article highlighted Mitsubishi Electric’s P-Series as one of the major innovations at the AHR Expo as it is designed to deliver increased performance, better energy management and a quicker return on investment.
Engineered Systems Featured Mitsubishi Electric’s Mercy Corps Case Study
SUWANEE, Ga. - February 2011 - Engineered Systems featured Mitsubishi Electric’s Mercy Corps case study in the feature article “LEED® Platinum Performance for Mercy Corps.” In the article, Mitsubishi Electric’s VRF zoning system is recommended for its quiet fancoils, expansion to accommodate new zones, the advantages of demand–based ventilation and moderately low cost.
ACH&R News Featured the 2011 AHR Expo Innovation Awards Which Included Mitsubishi Electric’s VRF DOAS
SUWANEE, Ga. – January 2011 - The January 17th issue of ACH&R News featured the 2011 AHR Expo Innovation Awards which included Mitsubishi Electric’s VRF DOAS as one of the ten products awarded this year in the cover story, “Ten Receive Innovation Awards.” According to a panel of judges made up of American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) members, the 10 winners of the 2011 AHR Expo Innovation Awards represent some of the most innovative new products in the HVACR industry based on innovation, application, value to the user, and market impact. There were a record number of entries this year – up 18 percent from the previous record!
The M-Series Featured in Professional Builder's “101 Best New Products”
SUWANEE, Ga. - November 2010 - Professional Builder featured the Mitsubishi Electric M-Series in the "101 Best New Products: Mechanical & Electrical" feature. The article mentioned that the MXZ-8B48NA outdoor unit can connect with up to eight indoor units to provide eight individual zones of comfort.
M-Series Shown in Residential Architect Magazine
SUWANEE, Ga. - October 2010 - In the Residential Architect Magazine article featuring the Prototype A Tract House, Mitsubishi Electric’s M-Series Outdoor Unit is shown on the side of the home. Prototype A is an experiment in building a new American tract home with Tamarack Homes in Ridgefield, Washington.
The M-Series Featured in The Family Handyman
SUWANEE, Ga. - July/August 2010 - The July/August issue of The Family Handyman featured the M-Series in the article "Hot Room? Six Ways to Cool it Off!". Do you have a room in your house that swelters all summer long? Most people immediately think of a window air conditioner. That can be a smart solution, but it does not work in every case, and it isn't the only option.
Mitsubishi Electric's Paul Doppel Quoted in Environmental Building News
SUWANEE, Ga. - July 2010 - Environmental Building News featured a quote from Paul Doppel, director of government affairs at Mitsubishi Electric. In the article entitled, "New Standard Showcases Efficiency of VRF Multi-Splits," Doppel explains the challenges Mitsubishi Electric faced prior to the passing of the AHRI 1230 standard, "There were no standards in the system when we brought VRFs in 7 years ago. We had to show how to test with variable-speed compressors and multiple indoor units."
Mitsubishi Electric's Bill Rau Featured in JARN
SUWANEE, Ga. - June 25, 2010 - Mitsubishi Electric's Bill Rau, senior vice president and general manager, is featured in the June 25, 2010 issue of JARN. In the article, Rau provides information about the company's 30th Anniversary and the future of the company.
Mitsubishi Electric's Paul Doppel Featured in HVACR Distribution Business
SUWANEE, Ga. - June 2010 - HVACR Distribution Business featured commentary by Paul Doppel, Director of Government Affairs at Mitsubishi Electric. In the article entitled "The Future of EER?" Doppel says, "Despite the popularity of the variance speed drives and inverter-driven compressor technology, EER will, unfortunately continue to be a required HVACR measurement point."
Mitsubishi Electric Case Study Featured in ACH&R News
SUWANEE, Ga. - June 14, 2010 - Mitsubishi Electric's Montserrat College of Art case study was featured in the ACH&R News in the article, entitled "College Has Units Installed for Less Noise."
The M-Series Star Lineup Featured in Qualified Remodeler
SUWANEE, Ga. - June 2010 - Qualified Remodeler featured the M-Series Star Lineup as one of its top 100 products of the year in the feature, “The Remodelers’ Choice 100 Products” – an annual ranking of remodeler-preferred products showcasing the latest remodeling innovations, tastes, and trends in the June print edition and online.
Building Products Magazine Featured Mr. Slim M-Series in its Top 100 Product Ranking
SUWANEE, Ga. - April 2010 - The Spring 2010 issue of Building Products featured the Mr. Slim M-Series as one of its top 100 products of the year in the feature, “Top 100” – an annual ranking of reader-requested products showcasing the latest innovations, tastes, and trends. Mitsubishi Electric's M-Series heat pump systems is ranked number 96.
Star Lineup is Launched
SUWANEE, Ga., October 20, 2009 – Once again raising the bar in eco-comfort, Mitsubishi Electric Cooling and Heating Solutions is excited to announce the launch of the newest split-ductless M- and P-Series models. The STAR LINEUP features updated indoor and outdoor units designed for maximum energy efficiency, including 15 systems that are ENERGY STAR® rated and nine that qualify for a federal tax credit.
