Established by the Alliance to Save Energy in 2007, the EECC brings together building sector advocates who are committed to improving the stringency of the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) with the goal of achieving net-zero construction by 2050.
Up to $10 million is available for state, local, and tribal governments in competition to validate innovative building technologies for commercial buildings and the public sector.
Two case studies showcase how oil-free magnetic bearing Danfoss Turbocor compressors maintained consistent energy efficiency and capacity for over a decade.
Jeff Williams, vice president and president, Global Products, Building Technologies & Solutions, for Johnson Controls, discusses the manufacturer’s short-term vision, the HVACR industry’s thirst for connectivity, the global electrification trend, and more.
For Chicago, the best-case scenario is that electricity use increases by 12% and water use increases by 4% if global warming crosses a 1.5°C threshold. But if a 2.0°C threshold is reached, then the worst-case scenario is a 20% increase in electricity use and a 6% increase in water use.
Colorado leads the nation, showing how LEED green buildings support climate action and a better quality of life.
January 28, 2020
The Top 10 states for LEED are home to 128 million Americans and together include more than 468 million gross square feet of LEED-certified space. Buildings that are LEED certified create healthier spaces for people as well as use less energy and water; reduce carbon emissions; and save money for families, businesses, and taxpayers.