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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.
NRDC report says goal can be achieved with existing tools.
ASHRAE 189.1 broadens testing requirements to include more types of ducts.
The roadmap provides government and industry with a targeted plan.
NRCA offers compliance tools for contractors.
IAPMO and Hydronics Industry Alliance unveil BEST to evaluate systems in early design phase.
The technology can be used to prevent terrorist attacks and spying.
E.U. research project focuses on energy efficiency and occupant comfort.
Cranes rated for 140 mph winds didn’t hold up to 100 mph gusts.
Access to better financing, tax incentives, rent premiums, among the benefits to greener buildings.
2016 saw a slight rise in total certified U.S. green office space.
