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5 Steps to Cracking the Code for a High-Performance Home

The Pro Builder

For the past 14 years, an overarching objective of The New American Home (TNAH) program has been to achieve superior levels of energy and water savings, indoor air quality, and occupant comfort without sacrificing aesthetics or livability—or making the home’s occupants expend too much effort in maintaining that high performance.

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LAX’s concourse project to incorporate brise soleil for energy efficiency

Construction Specifier

Los Angeles International Airport’s (LAX’s) project, Midfield Satellite Concourse (MSC) South, will feature brise soleil—a solar shading feature on the concourse’s facade—which will help it achieve passive cooling and energy conservation.

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Sustainable Building in Ireland: Insights from Consultancy

CCR Magazine

In Ireland, the construction sector is increasingly embracing sustainable building practices, a movement significantly influenced by construction consultancy firms. These firms are at the forefront of integrating green certifications, renewable energy, and eco-friendly materials into their projects.

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Eco-Friendly Remodeling: Sustainable Materials and Practices

CCR Magazine

Eco-friendly remodeling has become increasingly popular among homeowners who are looking to reduce their environmental impact while enhancing their living spaces. Sustainable materials and practices not only help the planet but also improve your home’s energy efficiency, indoor air quality, and overall appeal.

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Achieving aesthetics and energy efficiency with stone wool insulation

Construction Specifier

Maximizing energy efficiency is the order of the day for construction industry professionals across North America, due, in part, to changing codes and a growing contingent of forward-thinking developers, owners, architects, specifiers, and energy consultants. Photo © ROCKWOOL North America. by Ryan Martin.

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Commercial Construction: Plumbing Best Practices

CCR Magazine

In commercial construction , ensuring best plumbing practices is paramount to safe and efficient functioning of the designed structure. Ensuring it’s organized and efficient is critical to the structure’s longevity. Designing an efficient layout for your commercial plumbing system guarantees smooth functioning.

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Harnessing Solar Power for Business: Benefits & Implementation

CCR Magazine

Modern businesses are really at the forefront of environmental consciousness and cost efficiency. Benefits of Solar Power for Businesses Understanding the following benefits of commercial solar power is crucial in raising employee awareness about this renewable energy. Solar power provides a hedge against these fluctuations.