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Energy Efficiency: 18 Easy To Implement Tips For Your Business

Green Business Bureau

Most electricity is generated by burning fossil fuels which emit greenhouse gasses and other harmful pollutants into the atmosphere. Tip #11: Use Efficient HVAC – When purchasing new HVAC units look for a high Energy Efficiency Ratio(above 8.5). Energy Efficiency: 18 Easy to Implement Tips for Your Business.

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AI doesn’t have to be a power hog

GreenBiz

The flip side to this rosy view is that there are plenty of ethical concerns to consider. Right now, data centers use about 2 percent of the world’s electricity. What’s more, the climate impact of AI — both in terms of power consumption and all the electronic waste that gadgets create — is a legitimate, growing concern.

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How to Build and Retrofit a Sustainable Home

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Eco-Friendly, Ethically-Sourced Building Materials. Cascade Steel’s electric arc furnace (EAF) is more energy efficient and environmentally-friendly than traditional blast furnaces. RECLAIMED LUMBER. Cascade Steel Rolling Mills , acquired by Schnitzer Steel Industries Inc., minority and women-owned suppliers).

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AI doesn't have to be a power hog

Business Green

The flip side to this rosy view is that there are plenty of ethical concerns to consider. Right now, data centers use about two per cent of the world's electricity. What's more, the climate impact of AI - both in terms of power consumption and all the electronic waste that gadgets create - is a legitimate, growing concern.

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New York Sustainability: Tax Credits, Grants and Green Funding

Green Business Bureau

of New York City’s 1 billion buildings – this is despite the significant benefits the technology brings (urban cooling, flood defense, and biodiversity support). A new goal was also introduced that aimed to reach net zero emissions in the electricity sectors by 2040. The paper reported green roofs cover less than 0.1%

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Green Realtor® Guide: Marketing Eco-Friendly Homes and Sustainability

Green Business Bureau

Using remote sensors to detect temperature imbalances, smart thermostats can achieve an even heating and cooling throughout your home as well as turn off the HVAC when you’re away, saving on energy and money. Federal tax credits for all-electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles. Rebates for residential electric vehicle chargers.

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Eco Friendly Building Basics For Small Business

Green Business Bureau

Some of the less obvious benefits include improved employee mood and work ethic and attracting high end clients that often have eco-friendly preferences and interests. According to Paradise Solar Solutions and LEED, solar energy can save commercial buildings 20% to 40% on their electric bill. Cooling & Heating.

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