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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.
Buildings reopened after extended pandemic closure are at risk.
Scope expanded to include shotcrete, internal curing, mineral fillers, and recycled concrete aggregates.
Lure of urban life and jobs may draw people back after pandemic subsides.
FGIA issues first update for document created in 2005.
Cover Boards EPD is an industry first.
Will address innovations in material performance and building designs.
Owners should assess risk, insurance coverage, and ability to withstand disasters.
Agency releases guidance on lessons learned from pandemic inspections.
Most of the movement seems permanent.
New programs, updates will spur shift to regenerative strategies.
