As they
grapple with skyrocketing energy costs, more homeowners are turning to
remodelers for energy-saving solutions, according to the NAHB’s quarterly
Remodeling Market Index.
According to the recent American Institute of Architects study, “Local Leaders in
Sustainability,” 14 percent of U.S. cities with populations of more than 50,000
have green building programs, and many more are about to follow suit.
The Radiant Panel Association’s green-focused 2008 REX show will be held at the new
Renaissance Hotel and Convention Center in Schaumburg, Ill., Aug 13-15.
The Partnership
for Environmental Leadership's HVAC Mobile Green Classroom is a training
center packed with the latest technologies and opportunities in an effort to
promote more sustainable mechanical service and construction.
“How Hydronic System Components Really Work” is available from Bell & Gossett. It presents new and updated information on system components and their roles in the hydronic system.
Green Mechanical Council has created “GreenMech
Solutions,” its own talk radio show through BlogTalkRadio.com that offers education, information and live
chat via the Internet.
ASHRAE and friends have developed the Advanced
Energy Design Guide series to provide a sensible approach to achieve advanced
energy savings of 30 percent without having to resort to detailed calculations or
analysis.