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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.
Zurich Soft Robotics says Solskin can reduce building energy consumption by up to 80% while producing up to 40% more electricity than comparable façade systems.
The General Services Administration and the U.S. Department of Energy have selected 17 innovative building technologies to evaluate in real-world settings throughout GSA’s real estate portfolio.
The commercial building sector continues to be under financial pressure as foreclosures nationwide increased 48% in June compared to June 2023, according to ATTOM, a real estate data analysis firm.
Extensive suburban development, aging and poorly maintained infrastructure, and more intense rainfall mean more flooding.
Governor’s carbon neutral-by-2045 ambitions at odds with car culture.
Magnitude 7.0 temblor cracked roads and collapsed road ramps, but buildings held up well.
Michigan rose fastest after passing prevailing wage law.
North American construction steel saves about half of GHG emissions on building project.
Other chains also boost green efforts with PVs, EV charging stations.
Faster retrofit cycles, increased energy-efficiency requirements for existing buildings needed.
Approach would be unpopular as people attracted to stunning wooded landscapes.
Two green standards groups will collaborate on standards, platforms, and research.
Professional engineer must assess conditions.
