Energy efficiency - Articles - Page 46

The Drawing Board: Cool Reflective Roofs are Energy Smart in All Geographies

February 21, 2014

In 2012, the eighth consensus-based sustainability standard developed through NSF for building products went into effect.

High-Performance High

Dr. Demba Ndiaye Raj Setty

January 16, 2014

America's first predominantly African-American public high school reopened its doors after it underwent a $122 million complete re-engineer and redesign, and earned a LEED for Schools Platinum certification.

Airport Terminal Recognized for Going Green

Nancy Egan

January 13, 2014

New 11-gate, 45,000-square-foot concourse creates community identity with energy-efficient, up-to-date additions.

Simple Solutions to Complex Roofing Problems: Taking a Second Look

Roof systems depend on the effective interrelationship of all of their components.

Louisa Hart

January 1, 2014

There’s no doubt that simple solutions to complex problems can be very appealing.

Unconventional Design: Insulated Metal Panels Provide Aesthetics and Sustainability

December 11, 2013

Insulated metal panels (IMPs) proved to be an ideal component for the renovation and conversion of a 1940s masonry warehouse to an energy-efficient office facility.

Apartment Complex Enjoys Benefits of Commercial Solar Installation

November 7, 2013

Together, Kingspan Environmental and Amidus are helping area clients reap the financial and environmental benefits of going solar.

Higher Education Design: Implementing Zero-Plus Energy Strategies

James Matson Patrick Thibaudeau

October 2, 2013

When conserving energy becomes a thing of the past, the newest approach is finding ways to create it.

Answering a Sustainable Home Question

A developer/consultant firm learns what it takes to achieve affordable, replicable results in its aim to create a LEED for Homes Platinum project.

Derrick Teal

September 30, 2013

How difficult is it to economically create a sustainable, LEED-H Platinum house that doesn’t skimp on the amenities but also doesn’t go overboard?

Johns Manville Facility Receives Rebate Check for Energy Efficient Improvements

August 29, 2013

Johns Manville (JM) has earned a significant rebate check from Energizing Indiana, Richmond Power & Light (RP&L) and the Indiana Municipal Power Agency (IMPA) for energy-efficient improvements to its Richmond Insulation Systems facility.