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U.S. Energy Secretary Steven Chu announced that the Department of Energy has completed energy-efficiency standards for a critical group of appliances that, once in effect, will save up to 1.1 billion metric tons of carbon dioxide.
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Construction Workers Account for Almost One-Third of All Jobs Lost in August
According to an analysis of new construction employment figures released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, construction workers nationwide continue to bear the brunt of the recession, accounting for almost one-third of jobs lost this August.
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HDR Architecture Inc. now offers a new book that explores the use of evidence-based design concepts in the planning, programming, and design of health care facilities.
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The Calgary Airport Authority is seeking Request for Proposals for the supply of HVAC Operations and Maintenance Services. The successful Proponent would provide and manage an 11+ person labor force to provide various Mechanical services at the Airport. HR Management, recruitment/staffing, scheduling would be an asset. Phone 403-735-5323 for documents. A briefing will be held on September 23 at 2:00PM at the Calgary Airport Authority.
In regulated and deregulated markets, electricity costs have increased considerably in recent years. We need to refocus our efforts in times of little or no capital dollars on operational savings or low-/no-cost energy-conservation measures (ECMs).
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The shift to e-business has introduced one of the rising problems in waste management: ensuring the proper disposal and sustainable treatment of outdated electronics.
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Bio, eco, renewable, recyclable, reclaimed, and sustainable: These are just a few of the green terms used to spice up manufacturers' product descriptions. Feel like you're being fed a mouthful of greenwash? You might be.
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The Importance of Existing Insulation Technology
Maintaining Your HVAC System
5 Steps for Smooth Tenant Relations
CO2 Monitoring Advances Quality and Energy Efficiency
How the Federal Stimulus Package Can Help Your Building
Sustainable Workplace Design Creates Innovation Opportunities
Training to Prevent Building Liabilities
Green Roofs and the Urban Heat Island Effect
Avoid Project Failure in a Weak Economy
Going Green in a Down Economy
| September 14, 2009 |
