Top Project in Energy Innovation

For the second consecutive year, Trane secured the E+E Leader Top Project Award for its transformational decarbonization initiatives. This year, the recognition goes to Trane’s comprehensive collaboration with EnerSys, a global leader in energy storage solutions, as part of its ambitious 2040 Scope 1 carbon neutrality target.

Key highlights of the EnerSys decarbonization partnership include:

• Decarbonization Roadmap: Trane designed a customized path to sustainability for EnerSys, targeting lower emissions and operational efficiency.
• Comprehensive Facility Upgrades: At EnerSys’s Warrensburg, Missouri plant, an advanced automation and controls system reduced emissions by over 1,900 metric tons CO2e annually, with energy savings of approximately $250,000/year.
• Future Plans: Expansion of these innovative initiatives is slated for EnerSys facilities in Kentucky, Pennsylvania, and other locations, further enhancing efficiency and electrification efforts.

This project underscores how strategic collaboration and innovative technologies can create impactful environmental and operational solutions.

Top Business and Infrastructure Product

The Trane Thermafit Air-Source Modular Multi-Pipe Unit (Model MAS) was awarded the 2025 E+E Leader Top Product in Business and Infrastructure. Seamlessly addressing seasonal and fluctuating building energy needs, the MAS unit delivers unparalleled flexibility and efficiency.

Innovative features of the MAS unit include:

• Dual Performance Modes: Provides both cooling and heating, or simultaneous operation depending on building requirements.
• Energy Efficiency: Achieves performance levels 8.2 times more efficient than many standard electric heating systems.
• Reliability in Extreme Conditions: Lab-tested to perform consistently in harsh environments.
• Smart Building Integration: Ensures adaptability to varying building loads for optimized energy consumption.

Model MAS redefines all-electric climate control technology, making it a game-changing solution for energy-conscious enterprises.

Top Software and Cloud Product

Trane’s Autonomous Control Powered by BrainBox AI earned the 2025 E+E Leader Top Product in Software and Cloud. This cutting-edge AI solution revolutionizes building automation and energy management by enabling proactive, real-time adjustments.

Notable benefits of Trane Autonomous Control include:

• Reduced Costs and Environmental Impact:
  
  • Cuts HVAC energy expenses by up to 25%.
  • Lowers carbon emissions by up to 40%.
• Enhanced Occupant Comfort:
  
  • Improves space usability and comfort by up to 60%.
• Extended Equipment Longevity:
  
  • Preserves and extends system lifespan by up to 50%.
• Scalable Across Building Types:
  
  • Supports various commercial spaces with ease.

Seamlessly integrated with Trane’s Tracer SC+ controls, this solution uses AI to automate 24/7 building performance optimization with no need for additional hardware, delivering a scalable and sustainable edge to enterprise operations.

Building a Sustainable Future with Innovation

These awards reflect Trane’s unwavering commitment to creating products and solutions that address both today’s challenges and tomorrow’s opportunities. By aligning advanced climate technology with customer goals, Trane continues to lead innovation in energy efficiency and sustainability.

Discover more about how Trane’s award-winning innovations are paving the way for a sustainable future.

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