Several states and localities are stepping in to take action to mitigate the effects of refrigerant emissions. But instead of one set of rules, we could now have 50. What could that mean for manufacturers and consumers — and American leadership in technology?
Initiatives like utility demand response programs or selling thermal energy to local district heating and cooling grids to produce revenue can help supermarkets with their bottom line. Today, the technology that enables supermarkets to implement these ideas is available in intelligent refrigeration control systems that can turn energy-using equipment into revenue-producing assets, while also creating more environmentally-friendly stores.
Resilient infrastructure. For the industries responsible for America’s infrastructure, the concept seems simple enough: infrastructure should be able to withstand a powerful, unexpected blow without collapsing under the impact. Yet, a closer look reveals a more complicated issue.
Resilient infrastructure. For the industries responsible for America’s infrastructure, the concept seems simple enough: infrastructure should be able to withstand a powerful, unexpected blow without collapsing under the impact. Yet, a closer look reveals a more complicated issue.
The United States has yet to ratify the Kigali Amendment — an amendment to the Montreal Protocol to include the phasedown of HFC chemicals. Where does — and should — the U.S. go from here? What does it mean for manufacturing and the HVACR industry?
The cities of tomorrow will put new demands on our buildings. How do we prepare? A recent project to advance sustainable buildings and low-carbon communities underscores the importance of industry-academic collaboration in research and training.
When we consider strategies for bettering our energy productivity — or increasing GDP while reducing energy use, we cannot overlook the importance of improving industrial competitiveness and building energy footprint throughout the United States. And it’s a goal we should not ignore; energy productivity is inextricably linked to our economic growth and energy security, and
Accepting and implementing rapid change has become the norm across America. The growing depth of change in the building sector suggests that traditional resistance to change is not irreversible. Indeed, historical building industry practices are more likely the result of an information deficit than of things inherent to the market. Even knowledgeable building professionals remain
The increasing demand for water leads to growing energy consumption, which consequently affects climate. Fortunately, solutions exist today to help countries and municipalities worldwide save water and energy in water supply, wastewater treatment, and irrigation of farming areas.
It’s clear: safety measures cost. And cost impacts the economy. So when economic growth levels are historically low, questions arise about safety. Do we really need all these regulations? Can we afford the safety measured we have imposed on ourselves? Should we instead pay more attention to cutting unnecessary costs and improving our productivity?
