Achieving Net Zero With Geothermal Systems
A Net Zero Building Has A Neutral Carbon Footprint, Uses Only Renewable Energy, And Is Net Zero In Terms Of Energy, Water, And Waste. Geothermal Systems Are One Option To Achieving This Net Zero Goal. by William Jarema, PE, EwingCole, Philadelphia The Dept. of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) has established aggressive energy goals for new [...]
U.S. cities, states require large buildings to cite energy use
Wonder how high the utility bills will be at that apartment you like? To help consumers and spur efficiency, U.S. states and cities are beginning this year to require that commercial buildings measure and disclose their energy use. The new rules, which generally exempt small businesses, are expected to shame building owners into upgrades that [...]
