Pentair, an ENERGY STAR partner since 2013, is being recognized for leadership in manufacturing energy-efficient pool pumps that earn the ENERGY STAR, the government-backed symbol of energy efficiency. Since 2005, Pentair’s ENERGY STAR pool pumps have helped U.S. consumers save $2.4 billion in operating costs, which translates into 22 billion kilowatt hours of energy saved. The kilowatt energy savings helped prevent the release of 17.1 million tons of carbon dioxide, which is the equivalent of 38.6 billion car-driven miles.
"Pentair is committed to bringing innovative products and solutions to our customers," says De’Mon Wiggins, vice president, Pentair Pool. "Our high-performing, variable-speed pool pumps help conserve energy resources and reduce energy costs, allowing pool owners to simply concentrate on enjoying their pool. We are proud to be recognized as an ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year for 7 consecutive years. More than a decade ago, Pentair introduced variable-speed technology to the pool industry. Today, we remain equally dedicated to delivering smart, sustainable water solutions."
For the 5 million homes in the U.S. with an inground swimming pool, the traditional single-speed pool pump is one of the top three energy-using appliances in the home. Starting July 2021, pool equipment makers will be required to meet the U.S. Department of Energy’s new energy conservation standards for dedicated-purpose pool pumps. Pentair’s ENERGY STAR-certified variable-speed pumps currently meet this standard.
In addition to its ENERGY STAR-rated pool pumps, Pentair offers smart, sustainable solutions to help pool owners conserve energy and water resources including automated controls, heaters and lighting products. Homeowners can learn more about Pentair’s energy-efficient offerings, its rebate program for select ENERGY STAR-certified models and also find helpful ENERGY STAR resources here.
The highest honor among ENERGY STAR Awards is the ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year — Sustained Excellence Award. EPA presents the Sustained Excellence Award to partners that have already received ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year recognition for a minimum of two consecutive years and have gone above and beyond the criteria needed to qualify for recognition. Winners hail from small, family-owned businesses to Fortune 500 organizations representing energy-efficient products, services, new homes and buildings in the commercial, industrial and public sectors.
For a complete list of 2020 winners and more information about ENERGY STAR’s awards program, click here.
