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The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) recently announced the winners of the first phase of the Building Envelope Innovation Prize. The prize targets high-performance, cost-effective secondary glazing systems to improve efficiency of commercial windows.
All eight manufacturers in the U.S. Department of Energy’s Residential Cold Climate Heat Pump Challenge completed rigorous product field testing to demonstrate energy efficiency and improved performance in cold weather.
While natural disasters such as hurricanes and wildfires can destroy buildings in minutes, other factors exacerbated by climate change degrade buildings more slowly but still cause costly damage.
A new construction industry CEO Advisory Council dedicated to addressing the issue of suicide in the construction industry recently took shape. The council will guide an industry-wide effort to develop solutions targeting the high rate of suicide among construction workers.
One example: Gilbane encourages safety harnesses for all working above 6 feet.
Focus is on equity, resilience, and climate protection.
Critics fear rules will hamper ability to build schools with desired features.
Expected more frequent severe weather events due to climate change prompts review.
Construction industry workers considered at high risk.
ASHRAE’s prescription cuts across all building types and climates.
Expensive upgrades can be postponed for several years.
Pertains to commercial and residential buildings shorter than 10 stories.
Federal agency will use for properties with and without buildings.
American Wood Council Document offers design information for structural applications.
