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Large-Scale Priorities

May 7, 2013
Sustainability is growing on a large scale, and it presents an opportunity for a number of global solutions.
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First Green Squared Ceramic Tile Certification in Italy

April 2, 2013

This certification was the first in Italy issued by SCS Global Services to Cooperativa Ceramica d'Imola.


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European Parliament Votes on 2030 Renewable Energy Target

March 14, 2013

European Parliament called for the 2020 renewable energy target to be prolonged to 2030.


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The Ups and Downs of Energy Efficiency

Lifts still offer unused potential for improving energy efficiency, and thus reducing operating costs.
March 1, 2013

 Around 700,000 passenger and goods lifts (or elevators) are in operation in Germany alone, consuming an estimated 2.2 to 4.0 TWh (terawatt hours) of electricity per year.  


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PV Demand in Asia Pacific Region to Reach 13.5 GW in 2013

February 13, 2013

Leading PV countries in Asia Pacific are starting to exhibit diverse market-entry conditions.


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Sustainable Standpoint: East vs. West

The word ‘sustainability’ has a different translation in every language, but it may have different definitions as well.
December 3, 2012

 Jim Scheidel, a registered architect with more than 30 years of experience, is the chairman of the board of directors for Cuningham Group Architecture Firm.  


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Delta Dazzles the 2012 China International Industry Fair

December 2, 2012

The largest Taiwanese exhibitor in the industrial automation area exhibits its energy-saving integration services.

 


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Creating a Sustainable Enterprise

Four critical assets are necessary to ensure sustainability endeavors endure during Europe’s economic crisis.
November 30, 2012

 Europe is facing an ongoing financial crisis that implies an overall growth just above the zero line.  


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Greywater Instead of Holy Water

September 1, 2012

A 100-year-old former church-turned-apartment integrates a water reclamation system to reduce tenant costs.


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Unfolding Intelligence

3D modeling and BIM are put to work in Abu Dhabi to create one of the world’s most innovative and sustainable façades.
August 12, 2012

The Al-Bahr Towers Investment Council new headquarters is a pair of remarkable new skyscrapers in the United Arab Emirates capital of Abu Dhabi using 3D simulation and BIM technology to redefine sustainable design in architecture. 


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 Interview with Glenn Carels, principal with the design firm for California State University, Northridge, (CSUN)'s Student Recreation Center.
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