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When just updating the news isn't quite enough -- The ES editorial staff, columnists, and other friends of the magazine weigh in here with passing thoughts, a news item that deserves a boost, follow-up on articles in the magazine, and possibly the occasional rant.

Flooring Producer Supports Haiti Rebuilding Using 'Hands-on' Approach

July 9, 2010

By Tim Fausch

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You got to love a charitable program that requires a “hands-on” involvement among the participants.

Got an iSomething? ASHRAE has an app for that.

July 6, 2010

By Robert Beverly

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In case you missed it right before the holiday weekend, ASHRAE is bringing ventilation design to an attractive, Cupertino-based device near you. Check this out from their release:"Calculating ventilation rates

The Increasing Rate of Change Makes Life Complicated

July 2, 2010

By Kevin Heslin

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Our industry seems to have become much more complicated since Mission Critical's first issues. At least that's how it appeared to me after reviewing a few of our first issues from less than 3 years ago.

"Cash for Caulkers": Potentially Good News for Construction Pros

July 2, 2010

By Tim Fausch

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The Home Star Energy Retrofit Act of 2010, often referred to as the "Cash for Caulkers" rebate program, was approved by the House in May. If passed by the Senate, construction pros will benefit from a new round of tax-reducing incentives for their customers.

Helping Construction Pros Navigate In a Digital World

June 25, 2010

By Tim Fausch

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Not long ago, most professionals belonged to their national, state or local association. Or they belonged to a peer group, civic club, or some organization that exposed them to new ideas, skills, and tools, all while networking with other pros.

Taking the Measure of the Cloud

June 24, 2010

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Is rising interest a sign of things to come?

Data Centers Will Soon be in the Public Eye

June 18, 2010

By Kevin Heslin

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The industry is achieving a new prominence

Last chance for intelligent buildings research

June 18, 2010

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CABA's Intelligent & Integrated Buildings Counci is reporting that time is running out to participate in its collaborative North American Intelligent Buildings Roadmap research project. Organizations participating in the research

What's Happening in Energy

June 11, 2010

By Kevin Heslin

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Is there anything new under the sun?

World Cup Stadium Construction Is Breathtaking, But What's Hiding in South Africa's Shadows?

June 11, 2010

By Tim Fausch

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Apparently, there’s a little soccer tournament starting today called the “2010 FIFA World Cup”. I understand it will attract hundreds of millions of viewers from around the globe.

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