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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.
Campus plans include photovoltaic arrays and geothermal ground source heat pumps.
New joint venture will deliver enhanced services and support tools and programs throughout Canada.
New document focuses on design and construction considerations for horizontal NLT applications.
Some designers look to modular designs in anticipation of alternate uses.
Revised pipe-sizing method for residential applications will be included.
Construction defect law modifications could ease litigation risk and cut insurance rates.
New laws focus on construction safety.
The effort involves combining ASHRAE's Standard 189.1 with the International Green Construction Code.
The agency is keeping records from being publicly disclosed—for now.
New floodplain maps and state code changes loom.
