ATLANTA — ASHRAE has accepted an invitation from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to join an effort aimed at improving building performance through a better prepared workforce. The goal... Read more
The importance of smart energy use in commercial buildings cannot be overstated, both in terms of the environment and the bottom line, as using energy responsibly also saves building owners... Read more
ATLANTA – Lessons learned in the design, construction and operation of tall buildings can be applied to buildings of all sizes and stories. A mini-conference on tall buildings is featured... Read more
The 2014 ASHRAE Winter Conference has a building-oriented theme and seeks papers on building information systems, environmental health, international design, HVACR applications and systems, and, featured for this conference, tall... Read more
Improve Energy Efficiency in Your Facility Saving energy is beneficial on a global scale. The world is facing dwindling energy reserves, and the more we save, the better our future... Read more
ATLANTA – Disclosure requirements and transparency through programs such as fuel efficiency in automobiles and calorie labeling in restaurants have been shown to shift producer and consumer behavior. The same... Read more
Whether or not an interior space has good IAQ (indoor air quality) usually hinges on one thing: how much fresh air is being delivered. According to the American Society of... Read more
Are concerns about indoor air quality making it difficult for you to breathe easy? Acknowledging reports that air quality inside can be worse than outside, engineers have identified ways to... Read more
What is IAQ? IAQ or indoor air quality describes how inside air can affect a person’s health, comfort, and ability to work. It can include temperature, humidity, poor ventilation, mold,... Read more
As the seasons change and our bodies begin to notice the change in temperature, it is a natural reminder to pay attention to our corporate HVAC systems. When summer and... Read more