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Rochester, Minn., plans extensive geothermal network

The city of Rochester, Minn., home of the famed Mayo Clinic, is going big on geothermal networks. The city is constructing Thermal Energy Networks (TENs) that consist of ambient pipe loops connecting multiple buildings and delivering thermal heating and cooling energy via water-source heat pumps.




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Engineers

Engineering goes hand-in-hand with design, putting a practical lens on the architect’s vision and finding the best way to make it happen. Without a talented engineer, the project will never reach completion, and certainly will not reach the standards of functionality and sustainability that the architect and client are seeking.

Sep 19, 2012

Sasaki opens office in Shanghai

Office supports firm’s present and future work in China, throughout Asia.

Sep 18, 2012

MBMA partners with ORNL for whole building energy efficiency study

The results are intended to advance energy efficiency solutions for new and retrofit applications.

Sep 18, 2012

MKK opens office in North Dakota

MKK is currently working on seven projects in North Dakota, including a hotel, restaurant, truck stop, office building, and apartment complex.

Sep 18, 2012

Firestone Building Products launches new website

Deep product information and innovative customer support tools are highlights.

Sep 13, 2012

Leo A Daly Company promotes Kraskiewicz to senior vice president

Kraskiewicz, who most recently served as chief operations officer for the Leo A Daly division, will guide brand management, business development, operations and financial performance for 18 offices worldwide.

Sep 12, 2012

Harvesting new ways to eliminate waste at the USDA

After installing 20 high-speed, energy-efficient hand dryers in restrooms throughout the USDA headquarters; the USDA reports seeing an immediate 50% reduction in the use of paper towels.

Sep 11, 2012

RTKL appoints Lance Hosey as Chief Sustainability Officer and Senior Vice President

Author and authority on green design to spearhead RTKL Performance-driven DesignSM initiative.

Sep 11, 2012

McQuade appointed CEO of Tishman Construction

McQuade will focus on driving the growth of the company into new markets and expanding market share in its current areas of operation.

Sep 11, 2012

Ecosystem Management & Associates joins HDR

EM&A staff will do business as part of HDR Engineering and HDR Environmental, Operations and Construction.

Sep 10, 2012

Specialty door types—plenty of functional variety

In the MasterFormat section 08 30 00, Specialty Doors and Frames, a number of door types are listed for special functions, access locations, sliding and folding hardware, and even pressure-resistant types.

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