Our Sustainability Promise
How we act today protects how we live tomorrow. Tomorrow should be cleaner, safer, and more responsible than yesterday. Because sustainability does not have an endpoint, we are constantly improving our processes to better deliver high-quality products while minimizing environmental impact.
Hearth Industry Innovators
Hearth & Home Technologies® (HHT), Heatilator’s parent company, was proud to participate in CBS News’ Innovation and Disruption Leaders series, where we talked about our dedication to innovation, sustainability and corporate social responsibility in the hearth industry. We continue to actively innovate to adapt to a changing world and a desire for modernized, sustainably-made fire features. With a dedicated focus on integrating sustainable initiatives into every aspect of our business—from product conception to consumer use—HHT is evolving hearth products, and hearth manufacturing, for a new age. Watch the short video, featuring interviews with key HHT leaders, here.
Innovating Responsible Solutions
Heatilator is one of the most widely recognized names in fireplaces. We strive to be recognized for our commitment to the environment too. That's why we are leading the charge to develop products and manufacturing practices that leave a positive imprint on the planet.
Our Sustainable Journey
Energy Conservation
Our goal is to reduce energy intensity by 50% by 2035. Our 2022 savings amounts to 4,395,000 kwh, or the power of 413 average American homes
Here's how we did it:
- Installed LED lighting throughout HHT manufacturing buildings.
- Installed new energy-efficient air compressors and modifications.
- Implemented air leak minimization program throughout HHT manufacturing buildings.
- Invested in equipment upgrades.
- Source 100% renewable electricity across global operations annually.
Waste Diversion
Our goal is zero waste to landfill* by 2030 in all our plants. By integrating new reclamation methods, including wood recycling and refractory diversion in all our facilities, we are on track to reach that goal.
In addition, we eliminated the use of expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam in fireplace product packaging.
*Defined as 95% diversion from landfill
Ethical Partnerships
One hundred percent of our key suppliers have signed HNI Corporation’s Code of Conduct, ensuring they share our commitment to meet high-standard sustainable and ethical business practices, including:
- Safe working conditions
- Ethical practices
- Fair treatment of employees
- Sustainable operations
Innovative Product Solutions
Design For Environment Practices
In 2023, we implemented a design for environment process to integrate environmental considerations into our new product development procedure. Through this, our engineers will assess, and begin to mitigate, environmental impacts at the conception of a new product.
Intermittent Pilot Ignition
98% of our gas fireplaces are manufactured with intermittent pilot ignition (IPI). The IPI feature means you do not need a traditional standing (always on) pilot in your gas fireplace. The pilot lights when you turn on your fireplace, and goes out when you turn your unit off, saving money and fuel and reducing greenhouse gas emissions as compared to a standing pilot ignition system.
Heat Management
Our heat management solutions give you flexibility to heat your home the way it works for you. If you find yourself in a room often, consider turning down your furnace while you enjoy the warmth of your fireplace. Want to redirect the heat to another room? You can do so!
Efficiency
All of our products meet or exceed industry regulations. With efficiencies as high as 99.9%, many of our products also mitigate waste and maximize energy, no matter which fuel option you choose.
Where to Buy
Connect with a dealer near you to see the products firsthand or ask about specific pricing and details.