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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.
Less stringent codes in northern parts of state linked to devastation.
Australian program recognized by WELL, claims compliance with LE.
Of the 50 largest U.S. cities, Philadelphia is one of just six that still require metal pipes.
Provides incentives for communities to modernize and enforce codes.
Mayors of 15 cities set goal of 185,000 new homes by 2030.
Manager training, data sharing are critical to meeting 20% utility cost reduction goal.
Urban heat island effect can vary by as much as 37°F in the same city.
Businesses, homeowners will control more power-generation capacity.
Withdrawn subcontractor bids can be costly.
