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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.
New regulations aim to make zero-emission electric buildings the norm.
USGBC report finds most people don’t think environmental problems significant enough to prioritize action.
Former Army medical staffer Scott Ketcham has extensive OSHA experience.
Tool includes cross-laminated timber connection provisions and post-frame ring shank nails.
Amid devastation, lives likely saved by resilient buildings.
New rule expected to define protected waterways more narrowly.
Applies to apartments built at least 15 years ago.
ROI can be realized in as little as one year.
Investigation could influence future use of the materials.
Some followed their states in implementing more robust standards.
