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EEBA Launches New Net Zero Carbon Building Professional Designation

The Pro Builder

EEBA Launches New Net Zero Carbon Building Professional Designation qpurcell Wed, 08/23/2023 - 09:54 The Energy & Environmental Building Alliance (EEBA) Academy has released a new training course for those interested in pursuing a Net Zero Carbon Building Professional Designation.

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Code Compliance & Beyond: Upping Baseline Building Energy Performance

Stok

Due to their embodied carbon and operational carbon footprints, buildings play a significant role in these efforts, so understanding the impact of legislation on buildings is critical. This directly translates to building energy codes. For example, LEED v4 refers to ASHRAE standard 90.1-2010

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ADVANTAGES OF PEX PLUMBING  SYSTEMS DETAILED IN NEW TECHNICAL DOCUMENT

Civil + Structural Engineer

Prepared by PPI’s Building & Construction Division , PPI TN-31 Differences Between Crosslinked Polyethylene (PEX) and Polybutylene (PB) Piping Systems for Potable Water Plumbing Applications discusses the advantages of modern PEX tubing and fittings as compared with PB tubing and fittings, which were last sold in the U.S.

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Ruby+ Associates Founder David Ruby Retires After 60+ Year Career 

Civil + Structural Engineer

With an impressive resume of high-profile projects, articles, presentations, and as the author of the American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) Design Guide #23, “Constructability of Structural Steel Buildings,” Mr. Ruby is a sought-after expert in steel construction. Lloyd Kimbrough Award; the 2019 ACEC/M Felix A.

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DOE releases stricter energy efficiency standards for new federal buildings taking effect in 2014

BD+C

The Energy Department released stricter energy efficiency standards this month for new federal buildings. The standards, which will take effect next July, are expected to result in source energy savings 18.2% above the current requirement for existing buildings. billion over 30 years." billion over 30 years."

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Loft Hatches and Fire Regulations for New Buildings in the UK

UK Construction Blog

The post Loft Hatches and Fire Regulations for New Buildings in the UK appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Introduction When it comes to building safety, especially in new constructions, loft hatches often go unnoticed. Fire-Rated Hatches: Specifically engineered to resist fire and smoke, complying with fire safety standards.

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California resolves ADA inconsistencies with 2013 building code

BD+C

The recently adopted 2013 California Building Code (CBC) revisions bring the state code in line with the federal Americans With Disabilities Act 2010. Inconsistencies between federal and state rules for spaces such as fitting rooms, accessible hotel rooms, and bathroom elements created many compliance challenges.