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The role of design management in the sustainable building process. - 1 views

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This article explores how designing practices incorporating new technology in building materials and codes can improve the energy efficiency and sustainability of older buildings. Improving the energy efficiency to reduce costs and reduce harm to the environment.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This article explores how designing practices incorporating new technology in building materials and codes can improve the energy efficiency and sustainability of older buildings. Improving the energy efficiency to reduce costs and reduce harm to the environment.</div>

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Ambitious solar energy system in Nevada reaches new milestone - 1 views

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Molten salt is used as an energy transfer and distribution medium for the project. The concentrated sunlight is used to heat the molten salt from 500 degrees Fahrenheit to more than 1,000 degrees Fahrenheit. The salt then moves through a series of alloy tubes and is used to set water supplies to boil. The steam created is used to power turbines that generate electrical power. SolarReserve notes that this is one of the most efficient ways to make use of solar energy.
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pauline hannemann on 15 Apr 13

I was not aware of this effort but found it interesting. Let me know what you think!

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The relationship between the shape of a building and its energy performance - 2 views

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This article addresses the shape of a building and how it enhances energy efficiency.

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NFL Opens First New York Pop Up at 1095 Avenue of the Americas - 0 views

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Colin Murray on 10 Dec 12

A local example of another Midtown retail pop-usp store, this one has embraced and marketed its sustainable advantage. Although the existing commercial space didn't result in a LEED Commercial Interior rating (LEED CI), it did prove the ease of basic energy efficient upgrades. NFL's store implemented a cladding upgrade resulting in a $1 per square foot energy saving.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">A local example of another Midtown retail pop-usp store, this one has embraced and marketed its sustainable advantage. Although the existing commercial space didn't result in a LEED Commercial Interior rating (LEED CI), it did prove the ease of basic energy efficient upgrades. NFL's store implemented a cladding upgrade resulting in a $1 per square foot energy saving.</div>

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Sustainable Housing - Creating Energy Efficient and Healthy Homes - 0 views

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Many homeowners are surprised to learn they can significantly reduce their energy consumption without having to move or build a new home! We will show you how you can retrofit your existing home with high-tech insulating materials and heating equipment to make your home more comfortable and reduce your operating costs for years to come.
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App that helps design a better path - 0 views

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jarod martin on 22 Nov 13

This app will track your daily logistics, where you go regularly and which way you use to get there. Then it will design the most efficient path for you and suggest improvements to save energy.

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Panama canal upgrade and bubbles set to transform ships - 0 views

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Colin Murray on 10 Dec 12

Look at recent transportation technology in the shipping field. Panama's Canal is expanding, resulting in a new generation of Post-Manamax sized shipping vessels. These ships are utilizing new technology to increase energy efficiency and long haul costs.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Look at recent transportation technology in the shipping field. Panama's Canal is expanding, resulting in a new generation of Post-Manamax sized shipping vessels. These ships are utilizing new technology to increase energy efficiency and long haul costs.</div>

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Critical Factors in Adopting Cooling Media - 0 views

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This paper addresses the sustainability of sea water cooled air conditioning systems. Water cooled air conditioning systems are more efficient and ecologically friendly than air cooled systems. But with the scarcity of fresh water and initial cost compared with other systems if sea water is a viable alternative.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This paper addresses the sustainability of sea water cooled air conditioning systems. Water cooled air conditioning systems are more efficient and ecologically friendly than air cooled systems. But with the scarcity of fresh water and initial cost compared with other systems if sea water is a viable alternative.</div>

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Green Buildings - 1 views

This is a new way to build a home that will be very energy efficient compare to regular homes today. The cost is about 20 percent more to build a green building but the long term cost is very low. ...

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Passivhaus Institut - 1 views

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Asyl Alymbaeva on 29 Apr 14

played a major role in setting the passive house standards and now trains certified specialists in this field

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