Why decarbonizing hospitals smartly is better than electrification for healthcare design
Driven by new laws, regulations, tariffs, ESG goals, and thought leaders in the industry itself, healthcare institutions are embracing decarbonization to meet 2050 goals for emissions reductions.
Stantec | Jun 18, 2024
Could āsmartā building facades heat and cool buildings?
A promising research project looks at the possibilities for thermoelectric systems to thermally condition buildings, writes Mahsa Farid Mohajer, Sustainable Building Analyst with Stantec.
Stantec | Jun 8, 2024
8 ways to cool a factory
Whichever way you look at itāfrom a workplace wellness point of view or from a competing for talent angleāthere are good reasons to explore options for climate control in the factory workplace.
Stantec | Apr 18, 2024
The next destination: Passive design airports
Today, we can design airports that are climate resilient, durable, long-lasting, and healthy for occupantsāwe can design airports using Passive House standards.
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Stantec | Jul 15, 2019
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Stantec | Apr 2, 2019
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