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10 Energy-Efficient Products for a More Sustainable Home

The Pro Builder

10 Energy-Efficient Products for a More Sustainable Home ldeakins Thu, 09/21/2023 - 07:00 Not only can energy-efficient home products save homeowners extra cash each month by lowering utility bills, but according to a 2022 report from the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy , they can also improve a home's resale value.

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Reinventing Empty Buildings via Office-to-Lab Conversions

Civil + Structural Engineer

In this new market reality, efficiently adapting empty commercial space for the expansion needs of research and development is valuable on many levels. Take Xcel Energy, for example. By utilizing solar technology and electric heat instead of gas, we helped Xcel Energy reach its sustainability goals.

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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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Affordable Housing Community Utilizes Universal Design

The Pro Builder

TAT is designing the fully accessible units to allow for overhead pulley systems—for residents who require mechanical assistance getting between the bed and the bathroom. Courtesy The Architectural Team Also on the first floor, a workspace will allow service providers to repair any electrical or mechanical issues with residents’ wheelchairs.

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

Construction Specifier

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. With a 95 percent net to gross floor area ratio, the SEC stands out for its efficiency in a school setting. Notable glazing properties include 0.28

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Adair County Awarded Preserve Missouri 2024 Project of the Year Project with Veregy

Civil + Structural Engineer

However, these structures must also meet present-day needs, necessitating upgrades aligned with modern technology, building codes, and energy requirements. renovation project integrated energy-efficient systems into the 126-year-old courthouse structure, reducing energy consumption while maintaining the building’s historical integrity.

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Prefab, Modular Homebuilder Touts Energy and Cost Benefits

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Prefab, Modular Homebuilder Touts Energy and Cost Benefits qpurcell Wed, 10/04/2023 - 09:00 Dvele —a California-based manufacturer of prefab, modular homes—got started by bringing two building concepts together: high performance and factory construction. In 2018, Brandon Weiss, a third-generation U.S. Dvele's Nob Hill home in Ventura, Calif.,