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Energy Efficiency and Sustainability Lessons From The New American Home 2023

The Pro Builder

The New American Home (TNAH) 2023 not only showcases stunning design and views of the Las Vegas Valley but also serves as a model of high performance in home design, from the home's natural resource efficiencies and renewable energy systems to the healthy, comfortable indoor environment it provides for its owners.

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California’s eco-hub receives AIA awards for energy-efficient, sustainable design

Construction Specifier

Functioning as a living lab, the center enables students to engage with sustainability practices, conduct environmental studies, and brainstorm solutions to various challenges. The building’s energy use intensity (EUI) is reduced to 23, a 71 percent decrease from the baseline, thanks to efficient building systems and envelope design.

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Energy Efficiency Improvements: Essential Guide for a Sustainable Future

UK Construction Blog

The post Energy Efficiency Improvements: Essential Guide for a Sustainable Future appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Energy consumption in buildings accounts for 45% of the UK’s carbon emissions. Transportation : Encourage the adoption of electric vehicles and efficient public transport systems.

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Why Pumps Are Critical Resources for Renewable Energy Applications

Civil + Structural Engineer

That’s the number of people employed in renewable energy worldwide as of 2023. These statistics from Renewable Energy World emphasize an important trend toward renewable energy sources. Finish Thompson pumps play a vital role in maintaining system integrity in a variety of sustainable applications.

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Energy Independent Homes: Help And Hindrance On The Path To Sustainability

UK Construction Blog

The post Energy Independent Homes: Help And Hindrance On The Path To Sustainability appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Energy independent homes form a key part of this puzzle. As well as helping to reduce carbon emissions, energy independence can also help bring down energy bills for consumers.

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GOLDMAN COPELAND NAMES TWO NEW PRINCIPALS: JONAH ALLABEN AND DANIEL GALARZA

Civil + Structural Engineer

They both join the leadership of the firm, which has been upgrading and optimizing the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems of prominent structures in Greater New York City for over 50 years.

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A Florida Master Planned Community Sets a New Standard for Net-Positive Construction

The Pro Builder

The powerhouse behind the project is a network of batteries that harvest solar energy and redirect stored power to offset specific periods of grid congestion. The powerhouse behind the project is a network of batteries that harvest solar energy and redirect stored power to offset specific periods of grid congestion.