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A.K. Suter Elementary School in Pensacola, Florida.

Cutting-Edge Construction: Putting Energy Management Into Practice

Energy awareness is increasingly popular in the construction industry

Maria Taylor

August 12, 2019

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Here are two examples of the difference that high-performance building features and high-efficiency HVAC technology can make.

Dec. 31, 2014: U.S. Green Building Council Announces 2014 Best of Green Schools Honorees

Ten Individuals, Institutions, Projects, and Events Recognized

December 31, 2014

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The Center for Green Schools at the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) has announced the 2014 Best of Green Schools recipients, recognizing 10 individuals, institutions, projects, and events representing the national leaders and innovators in school sustainability for the year.

Council Aims to Implement Sustainable Literacy Policy by 2040

Council Wants Sustainable Literacy Policy by 2040

November 3, 2014

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The plan discusses a large goal for all 50 states to adopt a comprehensive green schools policy that includes a graduation requirement around sustainability literacy by 2040.

It would take roughly $271 billion to bring public school buildings across the U.S. up to working order to gain compliance with the law, and a staggering $542 billion to meet current health, safety, and education standards.

USGBC: Schools Need $500B for Updates

HVACR Contractors Can Work with Schools to Improve Buildings

Jen Anesi

August 5, 2013

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It would take roughly $271 billion to bring public school buildings across the U.S. up to working order to gain compliance with the law, and a staggering $542 billion to meet current health, safety, and education standards.

Unique School Projects Offer Partnerships

John Conrad

September 10, 2012

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There is a unique community development program underway in Phoenix that is bringing together manufacturers, architects, engineers, general contractors, sub-contractors, and the community to erect LEED platinum designed school structures built entirely by volunteers.

Green Ribbon Schools Honored for Energy Efficiency

July 30, 2012

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The U.S. Department of Education, the White House, and the EPA recently honored the first-ever Green Ribbon Schools. The list includes 78 schools spanning 29 states and Washington, D.C. What is a Green Ribbon School? Read to find out.

On Demand Refrigerant Safety Classes A2L and A3 have a very low GWP, making them a strong, long-term solution for many HVACR applications. However, these refrigerants are classified as mildly flammable and highly flammable respectively. This flammability class raises safety and compliance concerns. This webinar will help you understand these classes, along with the opportunities these refrigerants can offer.

As the HVAC market continues to expand and Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) technologies continue to evolve, the demand for contractors with VRF expertise will only grow. This presentation provides thorough insight into the requirements, advantages and opportunities associated with specifying VRF systems and addresses the common misconceptions contractors may encounter in the field.

Items Tagged with 'green schools'

ARTICLES

Cutting-Edge Construction: Putting Energy Management Into Practice

Dec. 31, 2014: U.S. Green Building Council Announces 2014 Best of Green Schools Honorees

Council Aims to Implement Sustainable Literacy Policy by 2040

USGBC: Schools Need $500B for Updates

Unique School Projects Offer Partnerships

Green Ribbon Schools Honored for Energy Efficiency

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