The Canadian German Chamber of Industry and Commerce in Montreal organizes in cooperation with its German partner energiewaechter GmbH a fact-finding visit for Canadian decision makers from the BIPV solar sector to Germany (south of Germany). Within the framework of the partnership program “renewables – Made in Germany” of the German Federal Ministry for Economic […]
The U.S. Green Building Council announced today that it will now recognize energy and water requirements from the Living Building Challenge (the Challenge) green building system within the LEED green building program. “USGBC and the International Living Future Institute, developers of the Living Building Challenge, share a common commitment and goal to transform the way […]
The world’s top-performing companies are prioritizing sustainability as part of their corporate social responsibility efforts, and a majority of them are using LEED, the world’s premier green building program, to achieve their goals, according to a new survey released today by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC). The study looked at Fortune 200 companies, most […]
As part of a high-profile renovation and upgrade to the monument, the Eiffel Tower is now producing wind energy well above its second platform with two UGE turbines. This is a truly monumental project: Millions of visitors each year will see our turbines spinning when they visit the Paris landmark, returning home more familiar with […]
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) announced today that Fannie Mae will reward multifamily properties with a green building certification, such as LEED, with a lower interest rate. USGBC’s LEED green building rating system is one of several recognized certifications including ENERGY STAR® and Enterprise’s Green Communities Criteria. For these certified properties, Fannie Mae is […]
Fujitsu has introduced three wall-mounted ductless split systems with efficiencies up to 33‑SEER, making them the world’s most efficient mini-split available today. The new 9,000 (9RLS3), 12,000 (12RLS3) and 15,000 (15RLS3) BTU models provide up to 33 SEER and HSPF of up to 14.2, making the entire line ENERGY STAR® Most Efficient. All of the […]
The Taco Innovation and Development Center (IDC), which opened in mid-2012, has been awarded LEED Gold certification by the United States Green Building Council (USGBC). The 24,037 sq. ft. facility, which houses classrooms and meeting spaces for training and educational purposes, achieved 62 points out of a total of 79 possible points for LEED Gold. […]
Laars has expanded its MagnaTherm boiler/volume water heater line, now to include 1.6, 2, 2.5, 3, 3.5 and 4 million BTU/Hr sizes. The modulating-condensing systems from Laars have 95% thermal efficiency and a 5:1 turndown. The systems also have a small footprint, slim vertical design with removable top section, a stainless steel heat exchanger and […]
Walker Glass is proud to launch bird safe low-e coated acid-etched glass products. This innovation marries the AviProtek pattern range from Walker Glass with the outstanding features of Solarban glass products from PPG Industries. Bird friendly regulations continue to grow in North America with limited glazing options. Walker Glass and PPG Industries have teamed up […]
Doug Webber, Executive Vice President at Halsall Associates, has been honoured with an Individual Award for exceptional leadership in promoting and advocating for green building and sustainability. The award was presented at the CaGBC Greater Toronto Chapter Gala and Awards Program on October 16, 2014. Webber is a Professional Engineer and LEED Accredited Professional with […]