Johnson Controls selected as a finalist for the Empire Technology Prize

The competition, led by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, aims to decarbonise existing infrastructure in buildings seven stories or taller.

Johnson Controls, a global leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, has been named a finalist in the Empire Technology Prize, a $10 million competition aimed at advancing low-carbon heating system retrofits in tall commercial and multifamily buildings in New York State. The competition, led by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, aims to decarbonize existing infrastructure in buildings seven stories or taller.

Katie McGinty, vice president and chief sustainability and external relations officer, Johnson Controls, said, “Buildings are one of the leading sources of greenhouse gas emissions in New York State, and 70 percent of buildings in the state were constructed before energy codes were even developed. I commend NYSERDA for their leadership in ensuring the resiliency and efficiency of the state’s building stock. Smart action on climate not only protects the environment, but it also bolsters the bottom line. We are thrilled to move forward to demonstrate that technology can and will tackle climate change while offering a competitive edge. With the Empire Technology Prize, we are eager to take our capabilities to the next level and help deliver a promising and sustainable future.”