Energy

New Database on Residential and Commercial Building Energy Performance

June 17, 2013

The U.S. Energy Department launched a new, free database for the public to access.


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Not All LEDs are Created Equal

June 14, 2013

Analyzing why and how LEDs can differ based on the various color options and lifetime usability of LED lighting. 


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Colorado Takes Giant Step Forward with Net-Zero Energy

June 13, 2013

Colorado and other states are on the way to promote net-zero energy living with tax and mortgage incentives. 


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Survey: Importance of Energy Efficiency Increases 116 Percent Since 2010

June 13, 2013

Johnson Controls' global building owner survey reveals public goals and private finance push global momentum for energy efficiency.


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Full Version of EnergyIQ Released

June 3, 2013

EnergyIQ is a free, web-based benchmarking tool for non-residential buildings. 


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Decentralized Power Generation in PV Plants

June 1, 2013
PV plants using transformerless string inverters and a decentralized approach stand to benefit technically and economically.
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New Protocols for Determining Energy Efficiency Savings

May 16, 2013
A new series of protocols were published for determining savings from energy efficiency upgrades in homes, commercial buildings and industrial facilities.
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Nearly-Zero Energy Building Market to Grow to $16.5 Billion in 2017

May 16, 2013

High R-value glazing and daylighting skylights will capture 86 percent of the fast-growing materials market.


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Energy-Efficient Building Retrofits: Show Me the Money?

May 7, 2013
Deep energy savings are possible with building retrofits; what’s lacking are models for financing.
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Net-Zero Living and Climate

May 3, 2013

Paisano Green Community leads sustainable design and construction in affordable housing while working within a difficult climate.


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As the membership balloting commences, EDC and Brad Pease of Paladino and Company discuss some of the changes in LEED v4 and what to expect.
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EDC Magazine

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With the June Issue, EDC is taking steps toward embracing product transparency and make sure its readers have the resources to ensure dedication to sustainable design and LEED.
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The Integrative Design Guide to Green Building: Redefining the Practice of Sustainability

In The Integrative Design Guide to Green Building: Redefining the Practice of Sustainability, 7group's principals and integrative design pioneer Bill Reed introduce design and construction professionals to the concepts of whole building design and whole systems.

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Green Product Buzz Guide

Green Product Buzz GuideEDC's Green Product Buzz Guides bring you the latest in green building products and services from companies exhibiting at trade shows, including Greenbuild, the AIA Expo, Coverings, Surfaces and more.

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EDC Crossword

EDC CrosswordWelcome to EDC's crossword puzzle. This puzzle was created specifically for the green building industry by Myles Mellor; all the clues and answers relate to industry terms. Click to view the interactive version of the puzzle that appeared in print. Or if you prefer,  you'll find a PDF link to this month's puzzle and solution.