Carrier Unveils Its First Environmental Product Declaration for Residential HVAC Systems in North America

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Carrier (NYSE: CARR) has announced the release of its first Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) for residential HVAC systems in North America, focusing on the Comfort™ Fan Coil and Performance™ Variable-Speed Compact Heat Pump. The EPD provides detailed environmental impact data based on life cycle assessment methodology.

The declaration includes metrics for carbon dioxide performance, energy consumption, and natural resource usage. This initiative is part of Carrier's broader strategy to invest $4 billion in developing intelligent climate and energy solutions, aiming to help customers avoid more than 1 gigaton of greenhouse gas emissions by 2030.

The EPD follows ISO 14025 standards and strengthens Carrier's environmental transparency efforts. The company was recently recognized as a Green Builder Media 2024 Eco-Leader, having published 48 EPDs for HVAC products globally.

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• $4 billion investment commitment in intelligent climate solutions
• Recognition as Green Builder Media 2024 Eco-Leader
• Portfolio of 48 EPDs globally demonstrates strong environmental transparency

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INDIANAPOLIS, March 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Carrier is pleased to announce the launch of its first Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) for residential HVAC solutions in North America. This milestone reinforces the company's ongoing commitment to sustainability and transparency in the environmental performance of its products. Carrier is a part of Carrier Global Corporation (NYSE: CARR), global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions.

The EPD, based on rigorous life cycle assessment (LCA) methodology, provides a comprehensive overview of the environmental impacts associated with the production, use, and disposal of Carrier's Comfort™ Fan Coil and Performance™ Variable-Speed Compact Heat Pump. This independent declaration includes key metrics such as carbon dioxide performance, energy consumption, and natural resource usage, all of which are vital factors influencing the overall environmental footprint of the residential HVAC industry.

"Publishing our first residential EPD in North America represents a significant step forward in our commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility," said Hakan Yilmaz, SVP, Chief Technology & Sustainability Officer, Carrier. "Transparency is key to empowering homeowners, contractors, and building professionals to make informed choices about the products they install. This EPD not only reflects our dedication to sustainable practices, but it also provides clear, credible data to support green building initiatives."

The EPD follows established international standards, including ISO 14025, lending to the credibility and consistency of the environmental data. This initiative aligns with Carrier's broader strategy to invest $4 billion in the innovation and development of intelligent climate and energy solutions that reduce environmental impacts and help customers avoid more than 1 gigaton of greenhouse gas emissions by 2030.

Recently, Carrier was honored as a Green Builder Media 2024 Eco-Leader for its sustainability transparency, including its publication of 48 EPDs for HVAC products globally.

With the publication of this EPD, Carrier is helping to meet growing consumer demand for more environmentally conscious products in the HVAC market. By providing detailed environmental impact information, the company is empowering its customers to make choices that align with their sustainability goals.

The EPD for Carrier's residential HVAC products is now available for download here. Learn more about Carrier by visiting carrier.com or following @Carrier on X.

About Carrier
Founded by the inventor of modern air conditioning, Carrier is a world leader in high-technology heating, air-conditioning, and refrigeration solutions. Carrier experts provide sustainable solutions, integrating energy-efficient products, building controls and energy services for residential, commercial, retail, transport, and food service customers. Carrier is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions that matter for people and our planet for generations to come. For more information, visit carrier.com or follow @Carrier on X.

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	Kelsey.taylor@carrier.com

 

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FAQ

What products are covered in Carrier's first North American residential HVAC Environmental Product Declaration?

The EPD covers Carrier's Comfort™ Fan Coil and Performance™ Variable-Speed Compact Heat Pump systems.

How much is CARR investing in intelligent climate and energy solutions?

Carrier is investing $4 billion in developing intelligent climate and energy solutions to help reduce environmental impacts.

What environmental metrics are included in Carrier's new EPD for HVAC systems?

The EPD includes metrics for carbon dioxide performance, energy consumption, and natural resource usage throughout the product lifecycle.

How many EPDs has CARR published globally for HVAC products?

Carrier has published 48 Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) for HVAC products globally.

What is Carrier's greenhouse gas emissions reduction goal for customers by 2030?

Carrier aims to help customers avoid more than 1 gigaton of greenhouse gas emissions by 2030.