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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.
Deadline is Jan. 3, 2019.
Influential body will vote in October on new provisions to allow 18-story wood-framed structures.
Rising sea levels likely to claim drinking water before land is under water.
Surfaces can reflect away heat and help prevent flooding.
Research supports financial case for certification.
Offers immediate occupancy building codes and performance standards strategies.
New construction to produce as much energy as it consumes.
Has detailed information for insulation, fire safety requirements in U.S., other countries.
Higher cost of building materials could make rehab a better financial bet.
Assessing current status helps direct where improvements can have greatest impact.
