Green Business Bureau

OCTOBER 12, 2022

The buildup of dust can weaken HVAC system efficiency, causing it to work harder and use more energy to heat or cool your home. This constant strain puts your HVAC system at higher risk of breaking down and needing repair. Check for HVAC Leaks. Water leaks are the most common HVAC leaks and easiest to fix.

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Green Business Bureau

JULY 21, 2022

The main challenges with building sustainability involve reducing overall impact to human health the and the environment. Increasing energy efficiency. It will save you money in the long run in operational costs, reduce your environmental impact, and improve the health and lives of your occupants. Challenges.

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GreenBiz

MAY 15, 2020

According to a news release from the National Institutes of Health on March 17, these respiratory droplets seem to be detectable in the air for as long as three hours. In most cases, that air is coming in cooled or heated as well and combines the functions of both conditioning and ventilating the space. is clearly the approach for now.

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GreenTechMedia

JANUARY 31, 2020

These are cleantech startups that have been validated through their association with one or more leading incubators or funds, and which target key grid edge markets, from energy management to electric vehicles. Sector: Home energy management systems, smart thermostats. Votes of confidence: Clean Energy Trust. Founded in: 2018.

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Mosaic

JANUARY 4, 2024

The truth is electrification can save homeowners 1,050 to $2,585 per year on energy bills yearly. Not accounting for the fewer repair costs expected for higher-quality systems, and the increased comfort and health benefits of going electric. Higher-quality products reduce energy waste which lowers utility bills. Another bonus?

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Envirotec Magazine

AUGUST 2, 2023

For example, with CO2-lean air coming into the building you can reduce ventilation levels – which saves on heating, cooling, and energy, further reducing operational CO2 emissions. Lower CO2 levels inside offices and residential buildings also contribute to better health, well-being, and employee performance. “To

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AGreenLiving

OCTOBER 8, 2020

This new cooling technology also prevents viral spread Gloria Oladipo Thu, 10/08/2020 – 00:40 In the face of dangerous heat waves this summer, Americans have taken shelter in air-conditioned cooling centers. The same air conditioning systems that keep us cool recirculate air around us, potentially spreading the coronavirus.

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Mosaic

JANUARY 17, 2024

The truth is electrification can save homeowners $1,050 to $2,585 per year on energy bills yearly. And that's without accounting for fewer repair costs due to higher-quality systems, not to mention the increased comfort and health benefits of going electric. Higher-quality products reduce energy waste which lowers utility bills.

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Elemental Excelerator

OCTOBER 17, 2023

into climate solutions and will spearhead the development of 15 transformative technologies crucial for heating and cooling our homes, reimagining critical resource extraction, advancing carbon removal and transforming our food system. With this latest cohort, Elemental is infusing another $12.5M The why: Palm oil is responsible for 1.4%

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Mosaic

MAY 8, 2022

From home automation and EV chargers to solar, battery storage and electric heating and cooling systems, homeowners are looking for ways to cut costs and make their homes cleaner. Electric HVAC systems may save homeowners money long-term. Heat pumps can achieve energy efficiencies of 300% under ideal conditions.

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Better Ventures

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

We need to shift to clean energy and electrify everything to run on that clean energy, fast! We now have the solar, wind and storage building blocks we need to completely replace our global energy system by 2050. Its software provides the visibility layer for building heating and cooling.

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Grist

JULY 26, 2023

Cool roofs lowering home temperatures in India: The city of Ahmedabad was the first in India to develop a heat action plan, following a devastating heat wave in 2010. The plan has been through several iterations over the past decade — and one of the latest initiatives is a focus on “cool roofs.”

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Green Business Bureau

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Not only does reclaimed lumber give that rustic, farmhouse look and possess some unique history within its grain, but it also helps preserve our carbon-sequestering forests and rejects monoculture tree farms that do not support biodiversity or ecological health. RECYCLED STEEL. BIO-BASED AND RECYCLED INSULATION.

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Green Business Bureau

APRIL 18, 2022

to develop and implement solutions that will significantly address environmental and/or public health issue(s) at the local level. National Clean Diesel Campaign Grants and Funding : Building diesel engine emission reduction programs across the country to improve air quality and protect public health. Organizations such as The U.S.

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Green Business Bureau

NOVEMBER 4, 2019

Throughout their lifecycle, buildings use raw materials, water, and energy – resources that need to be conserved. On the positive side, global green building trends indicate a dramatic increase in eco-friendly building activity worldwide, not only for environmental and health reasons but also because of the strong business benefits.

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Business Green

JANUARY 13, 2021

We can't rule out reductions due to the reduced capacity and closure of some of the offices although the energy reductions were somewhat less than anticipated as Covid-19 health and safety requirements meant that HVAC (heating, ventilation and cooling systems) had to be run 24/7 to flush out any chances of the virus lingering in the offices.

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Green Business Bureau

APRIL 15, 2021

3) Get a home energy score. Home Energy Scores help homeowners and homebuyers better understand a home’s energy use – shining a light (preferably LED) on possible energy efficiency improvements they can make to save money and support a more sustainable energy future. – Oregon Department of Energy.

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Women in Cleantech and Sustainability

AUGUST 4, 2021

Director of Energy Storage, Procurement | Borrego Solar | Remote. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a fast-growing energy storage business and be a part of change which our company is making by accelerating the adoption of renewable energy. Job Details. Description. The Director will report to President of the company.

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AGreenLiving

AUGUST 11, 2020

How solar-charged HVAC keeps trucking cool Mike Roeth Tue, 08/11/2020 – 00:01 When most businesspeople travel for their jobs, they retire to their hotel room at the end of the day. Idling to keep cool Providing an acceptable environment to rest and work is critical.

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Econaur

MARCH 27, 2020

Rigid fibrous or fiber insulation FiberglassMineral (rock or slag) wool Ducts in unconditioned spacesOther places requiring insulation that can withstand high temperatures HVAC contractors fabricate the insulation into ducts either at their shops or at the job sites. Can withstand high temperatures.

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AGreenLiving

OCTOBER 13, 2020

At the heart of Hong Kong’s central business district, the 36-story Murray Road project designed by Zaha Hadid Architects has broken ground — and its energy-efficient design has already earned the building LEED Platinum and WELL Platinum pre-certification along with the highest 3-Star rating of China’s Green Building Rating Program.

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Climate Tech VC

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Geothermal energy is climate tech but it isn’t new tech. Pulling heat from the subsurface of the earth has been a proven method for powering the cooling and heating of buildings for ~70 years. Bedrock Energy , which just announced a $8.5M Tell us about the founding story of Bedrock Energy.

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EDF + Business

APRIL 18, 2023

Key Takeaways IRA adds $2 billion of funding to REAP in the next decade and increases grant share to 40% for all projects starting in 2023 Covers a variety of renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies such as wind, solar, biomass (incl. biomass, anaerobic digester, wind, solar) Energy Efficiency Investments (e.g.,

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Climate Tech VC

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

To quantify that growth requirement, the International Energy Agency (IEA) pegged the gap at 80 million kilometers of new power lines that will have to be built or upgraded globally by 2040. In the US, for example, the Department of Energy (DOE) announced $3.5B

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The Verge: Energy

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

The memorandum of understanding (MOU) sets a 2030 target for heat pumps to make up 65 of residential heating, cooling, and water heating equipment sales. By 2040, the goal is for heat pumps to account for 90 percent of the HVAC and water heating market. They signed a letter of support for the MOU yesterday.

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Green Business Bureau

AUGUST 22, 2022

With continued advances in energy efficiency, green technology and design, houses built today operate more sustainably than they did several decades ago. Energy efficiency. Home renewable energy systems. Philips offers an online energy calculator for consumers to figure out just how much energy they use.

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Greentown Labs

MARCH 7, 2022

Buildings account for about 40 percent of the United States’ energy consumption, which means reducing emissions in this sector is critical to society-wide decarbonization. Buildings represent a very big piece of the energy pie—about 40 percent of U.S. primary energy use. government ( IncentiFind ). Transaera CEO Sorin Grama.

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AGreenLiving

JANUARY 7, 2020

After a day of exploring Bend and environs, stop by Pine Nursery Park so he can cool off on the seasonal splash pad. It was built with sustainable materials and operates on 100 percent renewable energy. Did you bring Fido? Join a canine-friendly canoe adventure with local outfitter Wanderlust Tours.

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AutoGrid

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

Thus, it is clear that these peaker plants have a tangible impact on quality of life, longevity, health, and well-being. These polluting and expensive sources of electricity have been justified on the basis of keeping the lights on and buildings cool or warm as needed. Peaker Plants Are Located Throughout the U.S.

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Green Business Bureau

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

Below you will find several sustainable home products that can bring long-term cost savings and help preserve our resources and planet health. Energy and Water Efficient Sustainable Home Products. total energy consumption. Here are just a few of the highest rating energy efficient household appliances.

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Elemental Excelerator

DECEMBER 4, 2023

How BlocPower pioneered a program to decarbonize buildings and spread the benefits of green energy projects in low- and moderate-income communities. households facing energy poverty exacerbated by old and inefficient buildings. households facing energy poverty exacerbated by old and inefficient buildings.

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CleanTechnica

DECEMBER 29, 2019

The Earth is rapidly approaching 1.5°C C global warming, air pollution kills over 7 million people worldwide each year, and diminishing fossil fuel resources portend social instability. Yet, recently, world leaders at the United Nations Madrid climate talks failed to agree on a path forward.

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