D+R Insight Blog

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Modern Comfort and Efficiency in Classic Tranquility

Originally built in 1967, The Hostel underwent major renovations in 2021 under the guidance of owner Cody Mueller, who prioritized energy-efficient upgrades, including LED lighting and HVAC improvements. Ephoca AIO wall-mounted units were installed due to their unique compact design, dual functionality, and energy-efficient operation. These units replaced outdated baseboard heaters, freed up space and streamlined thermal comfort through a single, wall-mounted thermostat.

Three Things You Need to Know About Ductless HVAC Systems

As heating and cooling equipment manufacturers continue to innovate to meet the demands of both commercial and residential consumers, ductless HVAC systems have emerged as a bright spot in the marketplace....

Using Big Data to Drive Customer Adoption of Plug-In Electric Vehicles (PEVs)

Last summer, a report published by The Edison Electric Institute (EEI) and the Institute for Electric Innovation (IEI), confirmed that “electrification is our biggest opportunity.”...

Why Market Intelligence Matters

Often, in order to look towards the future, you need to look at the past. What worked, what didn’t work and why not? ...

The Win, Win, Win of Electric Vehicles

Turns out that 2018 was a milestone year for electric vehicle (EV) sales in the U.S. According to Inside EVs, six consecutive months claimed a spot on their list of top months for EV sales....

Wholesale Channel Strategies for Heat Pump Water Heaters

Last week, I was in Nashville, Tenn., for ACEEE’s 2019 Hot Water Forum. It’s always a great event with tons to learn about the latest technology and policy developments in the world of water heating....

WEBINAR: 3 Things Utilities Need to Know About EVs in 2019

In order for utilities to prepare for the EV revolution, they will have to align their business strategies with market developments. In this webinar, we discuss opportunities and challenges that utilities face in advancing their electric mo...

How ENERGY STAR EVSE Can Help Utilities Manage Electric Vehicle Demand

The electric vehicle (EV) revolution continues to make headlines as sales forecasts are revised upwards....

Charged Up and Ready to Go

EVRoadTrip 2019

D+R International’s John Morris and Stephen Baboi are packing their bags, charging a Tesla X, and plotting their route for an electric vehicle (EV) road trip to Efficiency Exchange 2019 (EFX). ...D+R International’s John Morris and Stephen Baboi are packing their bags, charging a Tesla X, and plotting their route for an electric vehicle (EV) road trip to Efficiency Exchange 2019 (EFX). ...

EVRoadTrip 2019: Here’s the Scoop

D+R International’s John Morris and Stephen Baboi charged a Tesla S and took an electric vehicle (EV) road trip to Efficiency Exchange 2019 (EFX), the premier networking and learning conference for energy efficiency professionals from acr...

Industry Data: How to Answer the Questions You Didn’t Know to Ask

Over the past decade, “Big Data” has been hailed as the miracle cure for businesses of all types. ...

Data: Friend or Foe?

Don’t Let Data be the Enemy. Use Data to Help You Help Your Business....

A Dad, a Son, and an Electric-powered Vintage Ford Mustang

My son (I call him Big A in my online posts) turned 15 this spring and he is counting the days until he gets his learner’s permit to begin driving. ...

Top 10 Ways to… Skip the Listicles and Make Better Business Decisions

Listicles. They are all over the Internet. If you want to know how to eat right, how to work out more efficiently and how to improve your finances, you will surely find a list online offering neatly packaged lists of tips....

Associations Are Embracing Data

Insights from the ASAE Annual Meeting. In August, we traveled to Columbus, Ohio, to attend the American Society of Association Executives’ (ASAE) annual meeting and exposition....

The Analyst Is In

How a regular data checkup can keep your organization healthy....

Spotlight on Macon Electric Co-op

Rural electric cooperatives are sometimes overlooked in the conversation about transforming how the U.S. generates and consumes energy....

Let’s Transform the Market for Energy Efficient Indoor Cannabis Cultivation

Growing cannabis indoors is an energy intense process. As the number of states legalizing medical and recreational marijuana increases, the energy footprint increases as well. ...

“Car Guys” and the EV Revolution

About a month ago, the D+R team attended the first annual JD Power Auto Revolution conference to learn more about automotive trends and how OEMs, dealers, and other stakeholders in the industry are preparing for the future of mobility....

Have a Bright, Efficient Holiday with LED Lights

The holiday season seems to come earlier and earlier each year. With household decorations being such a big part of gearing up for the holidays, it is important to consider the impact of your purchases as you stock up for the season. ...

Indoor Agriculture Trends for 2020

Growing food and cannabis crops indoors is no longer the plot of a Sci-Fi movie. Indoor agriculture is an industry that not only exists, but it is one that is rapidly growing in North America....

3 Perspectives on Being a LEED Green Associate

The D+R International (D+R) team values staying up to date in the world of sustainability and green building....

Shaping the Future of Indoor Agriculture

The D+R team had an amazing time co-hosting the inaugural Indoor Agriculture Energy Solutions Conference (IAES Conference) with the Resource Innovation Institute (RII). ...

Successful EV Programs Begin with Collaboration

As EV demand continues to grow, utilities should be preparing for the subsequent increase in electricity demand with in-depth electrification strategies....

How a Robust Charging Infrastructure Benefits Utilities

While the rise of Electric Vehicle (EV) use causes some uncertainty for utilities, they can develop strategies to prepare for and even lead the EV revolution....

What Makes an Effective EV Incentive Program

EV rebate and incentive programs for residential and commercial installations and purchases are among the most effective ways to encourage EV adoption....

How to Educate Consumers About the Benefits of EVs

Developing a transportation electrification plan is key for utilities looking to advance transportation electrification in their service areas. ...

How to Ensure Grid Reliability for an Electrified Transportation Future

There are environmental benefits to increased EV adoption, but we are stepping into uncharted territory when it comes to powering large numbers of EVs....

Demand Response 101

You may have heard of Demand Response (DR), but do you know why it is so important for grid modernization? ...

Transportation Electrification Trends for 2021

Here are a few of the trends for electric vehicles that we expect to impact utilities and the auto industry in 2021....

Cannabis and Microgrids: The Perfect Union?

Microgrids. Everyone is talking about them, and why shouldn’t they? We are seeing the impact of harsh weather on our grids, leading to anything from brownouts to wildfires. ...

Utilities and Dealerships Go Together Like Chocolate and Peanut Butter

Now is the time for utilities to engage auto dealerships in order to stay at the forefront of the Electric Vehicle (EV) conversation. As a growing interest in EVs develops, there is a misalignment of the perceived value of EVs among utiliti...

Let’s Be Proactive: Moving the Needle on Heat Pump Water Heater Adoption

HPWHs are the future of water heating, with local jurisdictions promoting all-electric buildings and a new national effort to accelerate this market. ...

What We’re Learning—June 2021

Find out what we’re learning about behind-the-meter batteries, global EV market trends, and the new Ford F-150 Lighting....

Infographic: Insight Into EV Readiness Among Auto Dealerships

D+R interviewed auto dealers throughout Southern Maryland, Delaware, and Virginia to gained insight into EV readiness among auto dealerships in the region. ...

What We’re Learning – August 2021

DOE Supports the Future of Water Heating, New Research on Windows from ENERGY STAR, and the Keys to Electrifying HVAC Systems in Cold Climates....

What We’re Learning – November 2021

This month, our “What We’re Learning” series highlights workforce education in the HVAC industry....

What We’re Learning – February 2022

Acquisition broadens D+R International’s reach into the energy efficiency marketplace SILVER SPRING, MD, October 8, 2019 – D+R International, Ltd., the experts in energy efficiency market analysis, announced today that it has acquired ASWB Engineering, an engineering consulting firm that provides energy and demand management…

Commercial Heat Pump Water Heaters – the Game-Changing Technology We Need Now

SILVER SPRING, Md., October 26, 2018 – D+R International, a leading provider of data and market analysis, is pleased to announce that Dan Vida, D+R’s Senior Manager – Market Intelligence, will serve as an expert panelist at the Heating, Air-conditioning and Refrigeration Distributors International’s (HARDI)…

Are Electric Trucks Coming to your State?

SILVER SPRING, Md., May 2, 2018—D+R International is pleased to announce that effective May 2, 2018, LED Lighting Facts resumed acceptance of LED lighting products under the direction of D+R International, the implementer of the program since its inception. The simple “truth-in-advertising” labeling program provides…