Energy-efficient lighting retrofits offer an extraordinary chance to cut operating costs and improve lighting quality. But, along with the opportunity for improvement comes the opportunity for mistakes. Some of the most inherent dangers in lighting projects are outlined here. If you follow these guidelines and avoid these 17 slip-ups, you’ll be pleased with your lighting retrofit project. Read the full article » |
The USGBC’s annual Federal Summit convened on May 14 to exchange ideas on how to best meet the goals of increased sustainability in existing buildings and communities to significantly impact the environment and the economy.
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U.S. Energy-Related Carbon Dioxide Emissions Declined in 2008
The Energy Information Administration reported that carbon dioxide emissions from fossil fuel in the United States has dropped 2.8 percent, from 5,967 million metric tons of carbon dioxide in 2007 to 5,802 million metric tons of carbon dioxide in 2008.
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New Library in Monrovia, CA, Opens
After a year of construction, the new 28,000-square-foot Monrovia Library in Monrovia, CA, has opened. The library is situated in the iconic center of the city’s downtown area and includes a sustainable design with unique and innovative features.
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The best, most effective lighting scheme for your facilities likely involves a mix of overhead lighting and task lighting to save energy, slash operating costs, and help tenants/occupants get more done during the workday.
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Until recently, retrofitting commercial buildings with wireless controls was considered too complicated and cost prohibitive. Today, however, wireless systems are proving to be cost efficient enough for commercial buildings of all sizes.
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Are highly integrated lighting and control systems the future of lighting? Researchers have begun testing the utility of innovative lighting systems to see how far we can go with efficiency without jeopardizing fundamental lighting quality.
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