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AUGUST 28, 2024

Department of Energy (DOE) recently announced over $240 million in grants to 19 state and local governments to adopt and implement advanced energy-efficient building codes.

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Energy Efficiency Building Codes Building Resilience 130

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OCTOBER 24, 2024

The Importance of High-Performance Building Envelope Systems in New Home ConstructionThe construction of new homes is evolving rapidly, with energy efficiency, sustainability, and resilience becoming essential components of the building process.

Energy Efficiency 130

Energy Efficiency Building Resilience Construction Management Sustainability 130

Construction Dive

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Buyers will continue to prioritize builds featuring tech, energy efficiency and sustainability, said the builder’s K-12 market leader.

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Energy Efficiency Sustainability 332

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OCTOBER 25, 2023

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.

Energy Efficiency 130

Energy Efficiency Renewable Energy Systems HVAC System Installation Sustainability 130

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DECEMBER 11, 2023

Tight Envelope Air Sealing With Aerobarrier Drives Energy Efficiency and More kcichowicz Mon, 12/11/2023 - 10:35 Case Study Image For 30 years, New Tradition Homes has led the Washington home building market, constructing over 5000 single-family homes. ENERGY STAR requires a HERS Index of 65).

Energy Efficiency 130

Energy Efficiency Building Codes Building Standards Green Building 130

Construction Dive

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Construction-heavy states that lack the latest energy-efficiency codes are among the focus areas for this round of federal funding, a U.S. Department of Energy official said.

Building Codes 292

Building Codes Energy Efficiency 292

Construction Dive

JULY 26, 2024

Over 40 cities will have these standards in place by 2026, compelling building owners to prioritize energy efficiency and emissions reduction measures, according to a report from JLL.

Building Standards 316

Building Standards Energy Efficiency 316

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 18, 2023

The award will be presented on October 24 th in Orlando, FL, in conjunction with the AEE World Energy Conference & Expo. The award will be presented on October 24 th in Orlando, FL, in conjunction with the AEE World Energy Conference & Expo. The firm is also one of the region’s leaders in certifying ENERGY STAR® buildings.

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Energy Efficiency Engineering Building Commissioning Building Optimization 246

Construction Dive

JULY 7, 2023

$30 million in funding will focus on a range of areas, including energy efficient and low-carbon products.

Energy Efficiency 309

Energy Efficiency 309

Civil + Structural Engineer

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

The Series 3000 Cooling Tower with the ENDURADRIVE® Fan System offers BAC’s trusted reliability with the highest energy efficiency in the field. The Series 3000 Cooling Tower leads the industry with XE models at least two times more energy efficiency than is required by ASHRAE Standard 90.1.

Energy Efficiency 264

Energy Efficiency HVAC Systems Electrical Systems Maintenance 264

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Department of Energy (DOE) to integrate its cutting-edge smart controller with thermal energy storage. These projects aim to decarbonize buildings, reduce peak demand on the electrical grid, enhance energy resilience, and lower utility costs. Harvest is the little engine that could,” said CEO and Co-Founder Jane Melia.

HVAC System Installation 255

HVAC System Installation HVAC Systems Energy Efficiency Electrical Systems 255

Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Practical and durable building approaches that can reduce carbon emissions and enhance energy efficiency in low-rise, steel commercial buildings.

Energy Efficiency 304

Energy Efficiency 304

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APRIL 22, 2024

Discover details about how Sun West Custom Homes, in collaboration with green building consultant Two Trails, used an integrated approach to energy efficiency, air-tightness, and renewable energy to create this high-performance home that also improves indoor air quality and comfort for the home's occupants.

Renewable Energy Systems 249

Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency Project Management Consulting Green Building 249

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AUGUST 1, 2024

One Pass.Done Right.Blueskin VPTech combines Blueskin VP100 premium weather-resistive barrier (WRB), Type II nominal 1" R5 GPS continuous insulation and a patent-pending pre-applied seam-sealing solution into a single-step product.

Energy Efficiency 130

Energy Efficiency Engineering 130

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FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Another factor was optimizing the building’s energy usage as energy costs are significantly higher on the island compared to mainland areas. To attain the installation efficiency, resiliency, and sustainability goals, Divi Resorts chose to build with Nudura insulated concrete forms (ICFs).

Energy Efficiency 246

Energy Efficiency Building Resilience Building Optimization Painting/finishing 246

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FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Another factor was optimizing the building’s energy usage as energy costs are significantly higher on the island compared to mainland areas. To attain the installation efficiency, resiliency, and sustainability goals, Divi Resorts chose to build with Nudura insulated concrete forms (ICFs).

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Energy Efficiency Building Resilience Building Optimization Painting/finishing 244

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JULY 10, 2024

are looking to incorporate energy efficiency into their building designs. electric services company Eversource Energy has established the first networked geothermal neighborhood in the U.S. As concerns about greenhouse gas emissions grow, more developers across the U.S. In Framingham, Mass.,

Energy Efficiency 244

Energy Efficiency Building Design 244

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APRIL 18, 2024

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.

Renewable Energy Systems 243

Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency Energy Conservation Wall Systems 243

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JUNE 3, 2023

The Inefficiencies of the Latest Energy Code rbinsacca Sat, 06/03/2023 - 06:00 It’s no secret that homes built to contemporary energy codes are considerably more energy efficient than older homes, especially those built before the turn of the century. The analysis indicated average energy savings of $0.67

Building Code Compliance 246

Building Code Compliance Energy Conservation Energy Efficiency Building Codes 246

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 28, 2023

The installations will integrate energy, sewer, water, gas, phone and internet services below ground in effort to create a more efficient and reliable distribution system. The installations will provide utility connections to Nevada Energy, Cox Communications, CenturyLink, Southwest Gas, the City of Henderson and the City of Las Vegas.

Contracts 246

Contracts Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency Electrical Systems 246

The Pro Builder

MAY 15, 2023

The Smart Neighborhood project aims to demonstrate that natural gas can be a part of the energy solutions for net zero, carbon neutral homes. Our goal is to understand how we can leverage the existing gas system to support the clean energy transition,” says Meena Beyers, vice president of business and community development, Nicor Gas.

Renewable Energy Systems 246

Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency Building Resilience Electrical Systems 246

Civil + Structural Engineer

MARCH 19, 2024

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. When this happens, someone has to travel to the site and replace the seal or the pump, costing much in labor, parts and lost energy production.

Renewable Energy Systems 262

Renewable Energy Systems Heavy Equipment Manufacturing Painting/finishing Energy Efficiency 262

The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

are increasingly adopting sustainable building products and practices that conserve water, energy, and materials.

Green Building 263

Green Building Energy Conservation Building Resilience Energy Efficiency 263

The Pro Builder

MAY 5, 2023

The tiny homes, which cost around $75,000 each to build, follow "passive house" building principles for maximum efficiency. Read more Tiny Homes Energy Efficiency Affordability Tiny Homes Residents are referred by social workers, live rent-free, and are connected to a network of support services, The New York Times reports.

Energy Efficiency 237

Energy Efficiency Building Design 237

Civil + Structural Engineer

JANUARY 8, 2024

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.

Real Estate Development 264

Real Estate Development Energy Efficiency Building Design Environmental Impact Assessment 264

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JUNE 29, 2023

Trade Secret' Startup Builds Modular Homes out of Ceramic qpurcell Thu, 06/29/2023 - 09:28 A startup called Vantem constructs modular, factory-built homes that are energy efficient and affordable and can withstand extreme weather. And the killer difference is the energy efficiency,” Anderson says.

Modular Construction 246

Modular Construction Energy Efficiency Building Resilience Building Codes 246

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 10, 2024

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.

Historic Preservation 189

Historic Preservation Energy Efficiency HVAC System Installation Structural Systems 189

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Legislation streamlines design, construction for renewable energy initiative California Gov. Pier Wind will help the state meet climate goals, create jobs and economic opportunities for local communities, and establish a new green energy industry along the West Coast.”

Energy Efficiency 263

Energy Efficiency Green Building Building Commissioning Building Design 263

Construction Enquirer

APRIL 27, 2023

A net zero carbon building is one that is highly energy efficient and fully powered from on-site and/or off-site renewable energy sources.

Energy Efficiency 274

Energy Efficiency Site Planning Public Works Approvals 274

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 28, 2023

By combining SHARC Energy’s innovative WET technology with Subterra’s geothermal exchange systems (“ Systems ”), the partnership aims to bring unparalleled solutions to the market, capturing a greater share for both companies. At the end of the term of the contract, ownership of the Systems will revert to the customer.

Renewable Energy Systems 246

Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency Infrastructure Development Project Management 246

Construction Enquirer

AUGUST 28, 2023

The revised plan updates the building’s energy strategy so the new building will be all-electric, reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency.

Green Building 279

Green Building Project Management Consulting Site Planning Energy Efficiency 279

Construction Enquirer

MAY 22, 2023

This increase has been driven by a need to reach the anticipated Minimum Energy Efficiency Standard (MEES) regulations to achieve Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) B rating by 2030.

Real Estate Development 241

Real Estate Development Energy Efficiency Surveying Infrastructure Development 241

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 18, 2024

By: Ricardo Brites , Director of Engineering & VDC at Mercer Mass Timber Imagine your projects being more precise, efficient, and sustainable? The construction industry is grappling with growing demands for environmental responsibility and project efficiency. Its the engineers toolkit for smarter, more sustainable structures.

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Engineering Prefabrication Building Materials Manufacturing Steel Fabrication 245

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MAY 28, 2024

New Initiative Enables Builders to Reduce Embodied Carbon qpurcell Tue, 05/28/2024 - 09:51 Creating more efficient homes doesn’t just mean they’ll use less energy after they’re built. With no membership fee, HomebuildersCAN educates builders, energy raters, and consultants about best practices to identify and mitigate embodied carbon.

Environmental Consulting 285

Environmental Consulting Building Materials Energy Efficiency Procurement 285

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 9, 2024

This can reduce energy consumption at stations, especially during off-peak hours or at night. Panasonic Industry will also introduce a new intelligent operation and maintenance system for efficient maintenance and repair of the platform door system.

Maintenance 263

Maintenance Energy Efficiency Communication 263

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JUNE 7, 2023

Because ADUs are smaller, they also require fewer building materials to construct and less energy to heat; they can be passively cooled and need less electricity. Together, these result in reduced energy costs for the building.

Energy Efficiency 246

Energy Efficiency Prefabrication Building Materials Inspection 246

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 2, 2024

This ambitious project — aimed at electrifying the Caltrain service from San Francisco Caltrain Station at 4th and King to the Tamien Caltrain Station in San Jose — represents a significant improvement in service efficiency and reduced greenhouse gas emissions. What are the key benefits of the project?

Electrical Systems 264

Electrical Systems Stakeholder Engagement Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency 264