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Rochester, Minn., plans extensive geothermal network

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.




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Codes and Standards | Jun 27, 2019

Public restrooms being used for changing clothes, phone conversations, and 'getting away'

About 60% of Americans use a public restroom one to five times a week, according to the latest annual hand washing survey conducted by Bradley Corporation.

Codes and Standards | Jun 21, 2019

Green Globes 2019 accepted as a revised American National Standard

Advances include language on resilience, life cycle cost analysis, moisture control analysis, health, and effectiveness.

Codes and Standards | Jun 14, 2019

Reports from Intl. Code Council focus on expanding use of shipping containers as building materials

Three companies show compliance for using containers for housing.

Codes and Standards | Jun 13, 2019

Report explores potential for rope-less and multidirectional elevators in tall buildings

Technology can enable cities to be more interconnected, efficient, and accessible.

Codes and Standards | Jun 12, 2019

USGBC-LA launches Net Zero Accelerator

Goal is to enable building tech market adoption for a net positive future.

Codes and Standards | Jun 11, 2019

BREEAM USA In-Use standard to be released this fall

Will expand to include residential and multifamily for assessment and certification.

Codes and Standards | Jun 10, 2019

Intl. Code Council releases Natural Disaster Preparedness Guide

Provides tips for staying safe during and after a hurricane or severe weather.

Codes and Standards | Jun 7, 2019

Market conditions indicate slower growth in industrial real estate sector

E-commerce, market oversupply, rising interest rates to dampen hot market.

Codes and Standards | Jun 3, 2019

Haskell invests in BLOX, creator of modular-based delivery method

‘Represents important part of Haskell’s future strategy,’ says CEO.

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