Smart factory and green building solutions CAN Newsletter, September 26, 2016 Delta presented a spectrum of automation and energy management solutions with leading energy efficiency for smart factories, green buildings, renewable energy systems, EV charging networks, and more. At the Hanover Fair this year Delta has introduced and now offers the following solutions: Industrial automation … Read more
NYS Looks to Change Utilities’ Role in Energy Projects Energy Manager Today, November 10, 2016 Last week, a mandated report entitled “Energy Efficiency Metrics and Targets Options Report,” which was written by the Clean Energy Advisory Council, was released. The report draws heavily on work by Energy Innovation, a think tank based in San Francisco. Michael … Read more
University Science Building saves $1.2 million in annual energy costs while maintaining environmental safety ventilation requirements Analytika, April 13, 2015 This university Science and Engineering Building (SEB) is a 130,000 square foot state-of-the-art nanotechnology research facility. It houses class-10, class-100, and class-1,000 cleanrooms, offices and classrooms. The Challenge The University has a goal to reduce … Read more
Daylight Saving: A perfect time to switch to LED light bulbs Newton Daily News, November 4, 2016 With daylight saving time just around the corner on Sunday, there’s no better time for consumers to make the switch to LED light bulbs. During the winter months, there’s less daylight, so our lights are on longer, said … Read more
Smart Energy Analytics Campaign to Help Buildings Achieve Greater Energy Efficiency ACHR News, October 19, 2016 A new U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)-led Smart Energy Analytics Campaign has been announced to encourage the use of energy-saving building analytics platforms — also known as energy management information system (EMIS) technologies — in commercial buildings nationwide, and refine best … Read more
Technique Matters When Presenting Energy-efficient Options ACHR News, September 26, 2016 In today’s marketplace, customers are opting to educate themselves on HVAC products via the internet prior to a contractor’s arrival. A recent American Home Comfort study from Decision Analyst reinforces this revelation, reporting that, for the first time in years, homeowners are more trusting of the … Read more
2016 Intelligent Buildings Survey Navigant Technology is changing the way building owners and facility executives manage commercial buildings. The proliferation of sensing, automation, and control devices, as well as software and services, underscores the transition in building management toward more strategic decision-making around cost containment, energy efficiency, sustainability, and occupant satisfaction. Several high-profile case studies … Read more
Harvard strengthens ‘living laboratory’ to help mitigate climate impact Harvard Gazette, October 6, 2016 Healthy buildings and clean air keep people healthy. That simple premise is driving a series of studies being conducted by Harvard researchers, some of which have gathered insights from University dorms and office buildings. It is part of a multiyear partnership … Read more
Best LED light bulbs of 2016 CNET, September 28, 2016 Cree 60W Replacement LED Best 60W Replacement LED With impressive specs, a 10-year warranty, and a low price, you’ll have a hard time finding a better value than the Cree LED. The Cree 60W Replacement LED features a design that’s focused on familiarity, which puts it … Read more
Commercial Market Embraces Condensing Boilers ACHR News, October 3, 2016 Condensing boilers account for about 90 percent of hydronic boiler sales at United Energy Products Inc., a manufacturer’s representative of boilers, water heaters, pumps, and other commercial products. As can be expected, one of the main reasons building owners and managers are willing to invest in … Read more