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HVAC algorithm can provide thermal comfort for building occupants, with a smaller carbon footprint

TechXplore

As organizations work to reduce their energy consumption and associated carbon emissions, one area that remains to be optimized is indoor heating and cooling. In fact, HVAC—which stands for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning—represents, on average, about 40% of a building's total energy use.

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Time Value to Carbon

Green Technology

Forum Floorplan Advisory Board Register to Attend Time Value to Carbon Over the years the building industry has been focused on the operation side of things. Embodied Carbon has become the focus as of late as a more holistic approach to a Building’s lifecycle. The post Time Value to Carbon first appeared on Green Technology.

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Renovations and Improvements for Sustainable Homes

Green Business Bureau

Responsible maintenance and budget-friendly renovations can go a long way towards minimizing your home’s carbon footprint. The buildup of dust can weaken HVAC system efficiency, causing it to work harder and use more energy to heat or cool your home. Check for HVAC Leaks. Regular Home Maintenance and Repairs.

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Monitoring CO2 Levels: A Key Strategy for Environmental Health and Safety Improvement

The Environmental Blog

One area where monitoring and control can have a major impact on EHS is carbon dioxide (CO2) levels. These devices are permanently installed in the building and can be integrated with other components of the building’s HVAC system.

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2022 CALGreen Intervening Code Cycle: Reducing California’s Embodied Carbon

Green Technology

Forum Floorplan Advisory Board Register to Attend 2022 CALGreen Intervening Code Cycle: Reducing California’s Embodied Carbon The Division of the State Architect will present the 2022 California Green Building Standards Code (CALGreen) proposals to reduce embodied carbon in construction materials. and many more.

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Meet Our Members: Introducing Greentown’s Newest Startups of Q3 2022

Greentown Labs

ecoLocked converts waste biomass into biochar to create admixes that can replace a share of the cement used in concrete manufacturing, and thus sequester carbon within buildings. Carbonova Corp utilizes CO2 and methane as a feedstock to produce carbon nanofibers (CNF) that may be used in various fields such as transportation and buildings.

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Ferguson encourages action towards a greener tomorrow??

Green Technology

Nine eco-friendly resolutions for plumbers and HVAC skilled trade professionals. Ferguson first set a carbon reduction goal in 2016 and is working toward a greener tomorrow. In December, Ferguson received an A- for our commitment to sustainability from the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). Commit to green continuing education.

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