About RenewAire
Our Vision
To make a positive difference for the planet by helping people consume less energy and reduce the cost to condition building air, while providing healthier indoor air quality for people where they work, live, and play.
Who We Are
For over 40 years, RenewAire has been manufacturing energy recovery ventilators (ERVs) and dedicated outdoor air systems (DOAS).
Providing the built environment with healthy ventilation has always been important, as indoor air quality (IAQ) can affect occupant health, cognitive function, and productivity. RenewAire ERVs work in every single environment from Alaska to Florida.
Based in Madison, Wisconsin, we’re committed to sustainability and environmentalism (our facility holds Green Globes and LEED Gold certifications).
Our Mission
- To provide and promote effective and sustainable energy-efficient indoor air quality solutions
- To instill a positive and rewarding business culture that promotes development and innovation
- To create customer and shareholder value and invest in our People and Vision
Our History
RenewAire was founded in a garage in 1978 by Doug Steege and Chuck Gates. Together, the duo focused the company on finding ways to manufacture renewable energy sources; focusing first on solar thermal systems and expanding into solar electric and wind electric generation systems, passive solar heating, and a variety of energy-conservation products.
In 1983, the company launched its first commercially available, static-plate, enthalpy-exchange ERV. The company transitioned to manufacturing ERVs to further reduce energy consumption in the world.
Use our timeline carousel to learn more about RenewAire’s story:
1978
RenewAire Founded
RenewAire is founded and centers on renewable-energy generation, focusing first on solar thermal systems and expanding into solar electric and wind electric generation systems, passive solar heating and a variety of energy-conservation products.
1983
First Static-Plate, Enthalpy-Exchange ERV Manufactured
Our first commercially available, static-plate, enthalpy-exchange energy recovery ventilator (ERV) is manufactured in North America to further reduce energy consumption and enhance indoor air quality (IAQ).
1987
ERV Listed Under UL 1812 Standard
Our first commercially available, static-plate, enthalpy-exchange energy recovery ventilator (ERV) is manufactured in North America to further reduce energy consumption and enhance indoor air quality (IAQ).
1996
HVI Certifies a RenewAire ERV
For almost 70 years, Home Ventilating Institute (HVI) has provided certifications for residential ventilation products. In 1996, HVI certified RenewAire’s line of residential energy recovery ventilators (ERVs) and confirmed our units’ superior heat and humidity transfer.
2001
Among the First Group to Obtain AHRI 1060 Certification
RenewAire is among the first group to obtain the newly created Air Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) 1060 commercial product certification. Our enthalpy-exchange technology is also certified by AHRI for low-to-zero Exhaust Air Transfer Ratio (EATR) at typical static pressure differentials.
2007
New Facility Is LEED, Green Globes and ENERGY STAR Certified, and 100% Wind-Powered
The new RenewAire facility is one of the few buildings worldwide—especially among manufacturers—to be LEED, Green Globes, and ENERGY STAR certified. The facility is also 100% wind-powered.
2010
Joins Soler & Palau Ventilation Group
RenewAire joins Soler & Palau Ventilation Group gaining access to state-of-the-art air-moving technology. Soler & Palau Ventilation Group is the world’s leading fan manufacturer.
2017
New RenewAire Headquarters
Committed to sustainability, RenewAire moved into a new 111,000-square-foot facility that has three Green Globes and is 100% wind-powered. The facility was built to LEED Gold certification standards—which it subsequently realized in 2019 —and equivalent ENERGY STAR criteria. In addition, the facility adopted numerous ventilation strategies, including 100% outdoor air without recirculation, thus providing healthy IAQ.
2018
CORES Launches
RenewAire launched CORES, the web-based quote to cash product configurator business tool. The online configurator was specifically designed to improve the user experience from project conceptualization to unit commissioning. The tool has enhanced the sales process, improved market visibility and increased the speed of business.
2019
New Headquarters Achieves LEED Gold Certification
RenewAire’s new headquarters received LEED Gold certification, an achievement in line with our dedication to sustainability. Several factors led to this feat: high-level IAQ, renovating an existing building, recycling 95% of construction waste, improving energy performance by 34% and using 100% wind-generated power. RenewAire’s ERVs and DOAS units accounted for nearly 25% of the energy-performance points. Our headquarters is now one of the few commercial buildings in North America with both LEED Gold certification and three Green Globes.
2021
Salvagnini Equipment to Automate Sheet Metal Fabrication
RenewAire installed sheet metal fabrication automation equipment and added a second shift to accommodate rising demand. The equipment included a Salvagnini SL4 laser-punch, B3 press brake and a P4 panel bender. The new machinery positioned RenewAire for state-of-the-art parts fabrication.
2023
EV Premium Series ERVs Win Brilliance Award
The EV Premium Series’ SH, MH and LH models won TecHome Builder’s Brilliance Award in the Automated Ventilation System (HRV and ERV) section in the HVAC/IAQ category.
2024
RenewAire Opens a Second Facility
Committed to growing their manufacturing footprint, RenewAire opened a second facility in Dane, WI. Similar to its Waunakee headquarters, this space is dedicated to supporting the manufacturing of our energy recovery ventilators.
Pillars of Sustainability
Through the use of energy recovery ventilators, RenewAire supports the three pillars of sustainability.
01
People
- Reduce acute and chronic health problems
- Improve alertness and cognitive function
- Boost productivity
02
Planet
- Commited to green manufacturing since 1982
- Protect the environment with less energy use
- Achieve a green structure with greater energy efficiency
03
Profit
- Can benefit from a short payback period
- Realize annual energy savings
- Trouble-free operations and maintenance