The Pro Builder

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

The Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

But while the efficiency of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment has improved across the board, improper installation or commissioning can result in HVAC system faults that compromise HVAC performance and reduce energy efficiency. Department of Energy's (DOE) Building America program , points out.

HVAC Systems 130

HVAC Systems HVAC System Installation Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

MARCH 11, 2024

There are lessons learned, hints discovered, and tips earned through permitting and compliance for tens of thousands of acres of solar energy facilities. Solar power has emerged as a frontrunner in the pursuit of sustainable energy. Special attention is given to protecting wildlife, particularly in regions with protected species.

Permits 130

Permits Environmental Impact Assessment Energy Conservation Environmental Consulting 130

Construction Specifier

JULY 5, 2022

Continuous insulation (ci) is now required in walls throughout most of North America, per the International Energy Conservation Code ( IECC ). standard, and other energy conservation codes addressing the building envelope rely on research from various resources. The last edition added a new climate zone to the map (Figure 1).

Masonry 52

Masonry Energy Conservation Building Code Compliance Renewable Energy Systems 52

Construction Specifier

JUNE 5, 2024

By Karine Galla Air and water-resistive barrier systems play a crucial role in the longevity and performance of commercial buildings, and safeguarding against issues such as excessive energy consumption and moisture-related damage. 1 Permeable barriers are recommended when the priority is preventing moisture from getting trapped.

Building Code Compliance 59

Building Code Compliance HVAC System Installation Renewable Energy Systems Building Materials Manufacturing 59

Business Facilities

AUGUST 1, 2014

The state also fully implemented its Tennessee Educator Acceleration Model (TEAM) educator evaluation system. The development that literally put Alabama on the map as a major jobs producer took place two decades ago, when Mercedes-Benz decided in 1993 to locate its North American manufacturing hub in Tuscaloosa.

Building Materials Manufacturing 111

Building Materials Manufacturing Renewable Energy Systems Infrastructure Development Facility Management 111

Construction Daily News

JUNE 13, 2023

As federal infrastructure funding increases, towns risk spending millions on systems unprepared for floods. Many stormwater systems, levees, and dams are nearing or past their usable lives. Retrofitting old stormwater systems in cities like Chicago and Philadelphia is expensive. Updates to federal flood maps take years.

Risk Management 52

Risk Management Infrastructure Development Building Permits Change Management 52