Carrier Sets Benchmark with First U.S. DOE-Validated 10-14-Ton Commercial Rooftop Unit

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Carrier (NYSE:CARR), a leader in intelligent climate solutions, has achieved a significant milestone as the first HVAC manufacturer to complete the U.S. Department of Energy's Commercial Building HVAC Technology Challenge validation for 10-14-ton rooftop heat pumps. The system demonstrated exceptional performance metrics, including 100% heating capacity at 5°F and over 70% heating capacity at -10°F, while meeting or exceeding DOE's efficiency standards.

This achievement positions Carrier at the forefront of commercial HVAC innovation, offering solutions that reduce energy consumption and operating costs while supporting grid reliability. The validation was conducted through independent testing by the DOE, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, and the National Renewable Energy Laboratory.

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• First HVAC manufacturer to complete DOE's Commercial Building HVAC Technology Challenge validation in 10-14-ton category
• System demonstrates 100% heating capacity at 5°F and exceeds 70% capacity at -10°F
• Technology reduces energy consumption and operating costs for commercial buildings
• Independent validation by multiple prestigious laboratories confirms performance

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System performance delivers lower operating costs, efficiency gains and smarter energy use for commercial buildings

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla., Sept. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Carrier Global Corporation (NYSE: CARR), global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, today announced it is the first HVAC original equipment manufacturer to complete the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Commercial Building HVAC Technology Challenge laboratory validation in the 10–14-ton rooftop heat pump category. The Carrier system met or exceeded all challenge requirements, including heating capacity and energy efficiency test standards — delivering 100% heating capacity at 5°F, exceeding 70% heating capacity at -10°F and meeting or surpassing DOE's commercial HVAC efficiency thresholds.

"This milestone is about performance that pays," said Heidi Gehring, Managing Director, Light Commercial, Carrier. "Customers can realize lower energy bills with reliable comfort, while utilities benefit from a more efficient system that helps support grid reliability. This achievement reflects the work of our talented engineering and product development teams, who delivered a solution that reduces energy intensity and operating costs while helping strengthen U.S. competitiveness in commercial buildings."

The DOE's Commercial Building HVAC Technology Challenge is designed to accelerate adoption of high-performance equipment that reduces energy use and operating costs while supporting grid reliability through lower demand. Carrier's validated rooftop unit exceeded key efficiency and performance benchmarks in independent testing conducted by DOE, Oak Ridge National Laboratory and the National Renewable Energy Laboratory.

"Carrier is proud to be leading the way in developing next-generation rooftop units that deliver greater efficiency and reliability," said Gehring. "Innovating to meet the needs of our commercial partners builds on the legacy that began with Willis Carrier's invention of modern air conditioning and carries forward our tradition as the leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions."

For more information, please visit carrier.com/commercial.

About Carrier
Carrier Global Corporation, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating innovations that bring comfort, safety and sustainability to life. Through cutting-edge advancements in climate solutions such as temperature control, air quality and transportation, we improve lives, empower critical industries and ensure the safe transport of food, life-saving medicines and more. Since inventing modern air conditioning in 1902, we lead with purpose: enhancing the lives we live and the world we share. We continue to lead because of our world-class, inclusive workforce that puts the customer at the center of everything we do. For more information, visit corporate.carrier.com or follow Carrier on social media at @Carrier.

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FAQ

What milestone did Carrier (NYSE:CARR) achieve in the DOE's HVAC Technology Challenge?

Carrier became the first HVAC manufacturer to complete the U.S. Department of Energy's Commercial Building HVAC Technology Challenge validation for 10-14-ton rooftop heat pumps.

What are the performance specifications of Carrier's new commercial rooftop unit?

The system delivers 100% heating capacity at 5°F, exceeds 70% heating capacity at -10°F, and meets or surpasses all DOE commercial HVAC efficiency thresholds.

How does Carrier's new rooftop unit benefit commercial building operators?

The system provides lower energy bills, reliable comfort, reduced operating costs, and supports grid reliability through lower demand, while helping strengthen U.S. competitiveness in commercial buildings.

Who validated Carrier's rooftop unit performance?

The system was independently tested and validated by the U.S. Department of Energy, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, and the National Renewable Energy Laboratory.