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Architectural ‘Frankenstein’ features breakthrough sustainable design

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Architectural ‘Frankenstein’ features breakthrough sustainable design 0 qpurcell Mon, 10/23/2023 - 10:53 Government Buildings The General Services Administration (GSA) has embraced adaptive reuse with Building 48, an exciting workplace project that sets new precedents for how the federal government will approach sustainable design.

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Prep for Future Demand Through Pre-Wiring for Electric Vehicle Charging

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Prep for Future Demand Through Pre-Wiring for Electric Vehicle Charging. There are several home features growing in popularity that are likely to become the norm in 10 to 20 years, such as electric vehicles. By 2030, it is projected that electric vehicles will make up 20% of all car sales. Electrical. Sustainability.

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Energy Retrofits Offer a Practical Way for the Remodeling Sector to Practice Sustainability

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Energy Retrofits Offer a Practical Way for the Remodeling Sector to Practice Sustainability. For example, roofing replacements could support photovoltaic installation and garage or carport additions might allow for electric vehicle charging. Wed, 07/06/2022 - 10:09. Home improvements vary by category (i.e., Energy Efficiency.

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Former munitions plant reimagined as net-zero federal workplace

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Former munitions plant reimagined as net-zero federal workplace 0 qpurcell Mon, 10/23/2023 - 10:53 Government Buildings The General Services Administration (GSA) has embraced adaptive reuse with Building 48, an exciting workplace project that sets new precedents for how the federal government will approach sustainable design.

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Net Zero Carbon: A Quick Plug for All-Electric Buildings

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Given that buildings account for 39% of CO2 emissions in the United States, one of the foremost objectives in the sustainable building industry is to eliminate or reduce our built environment’s carbon emissions. An important step towards eliminating operational carbon is for buildings to go all-electric.

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Why ‘Net Zero’ Homes Are Growing in Popularity

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Climate concerns among those living in high risk areas or watching from a distance are driving up demand for net zero homes in a major push for sustainable living. Now investors are increasingly steering money toward sustainable real estate, making it easier for developers to raise money for housing that addresses climate concerns.

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Schneider Electric announces Global Xperience Efficiency Events for 2013

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Schneider Electric, a global specialist in energy management, today announced a series of global events kicking off in June 2013 to collaborate and share knowledge with customers, partners and governments on how to solve energy and sustainability challenges. read more.