Tag: News
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New Study Released for Newly Constructed Hospitals to Reduce Energy Consumption 62 Percent
A groundbreaking new study provides an innovative and cost-effective way for newly constructed hospitals nationwide to offset continuing economic challenges by reducing energy consumption by an average of 62 percent. The study, titled Targeting 100!, identifies a process that integrates architectural, mechanical and central plant systems to deliver significant efficiencies.
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Starwood Hotels & Resports to Develop Solar Power with NRG Energy
From the Caribbean Summit of Political and Business Leaders that took place in the British Virgin Islands last week, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide Inc. and NRG Energy Inc. on Friday announced a new global alliance to expand the use […] — Solar Builder magazine
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Shifts in Global Water Systems — Markers of a New Geological Epoch: The Anthropocene
A suite of disquieting global phenomena have given rise to the “Anthropocene,” a term coined for a new geologic epoch characterized by humanity’s growing dominance of the Earth’s environment and a planetary transformation as profound as the last epoch-defining event — the retreat of the glaciers 11,500 years ago.
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Cupertino Electric Completes First Phase of 21-Site Solar Project
The Energy Alternatives Division of Cupertino Electric Inc. today announced the completion of the first phase of a parking lot canopy and playground shade structure-based solar system for Clovis Unified School District (Calif.) spanning 21 sites and totaling 5.86 MW. […] — Solar Builder magazine
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Blue Earth Completes Construction on Two Solar Projects in Cali Desert
Blue Earth Inc.’s wholly owned subsidiary, Xnergy Inc., finalized the construction of two renewable energy projects utilizing solar PV (photovoltaic) technology. The two projects include a 60-kW system for Leja Farms in Coachella, Calif., and a 55-kW system for Vessey […] — Solar Builder magazine