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Giving Back is a Choice and a Lifestyle

Consider a more energetic role in your community

February 13, 2017

As contractors and leaders in our communities, we have important roles to fill. That’s because we can help to provide sustainable futures for the youth in our communities as well as our neighbors, children, and grandchildren.

Danfoss and PSU Form Partnership

Th project with Penn State is a natural fit for Danfoss.

February 13, 2017

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Danfoss North America and Pennsylvania State University at Philadelphia recently announced a major grant from Danfoss in support of Penn State’s 2017 Immersive Internship in Global Sustainability Practices.

Insulation Market Worth $5.2B by 2021

The major drivers of growth are growth in HVAC systems and government regulations designed to increase energy efficiency

December 26, 2016

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The market is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.2 percent from 2016 to 2021, according to a report from Research and Markets.

Philadelphia Builder Earns HVAC Green Award

Semco LLC honored Scott Mazo at the 2016 GreenBuild International Conference and Expo

December 19, 2016

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The Center of Excellence Award honors buildings with unique sustainable and energy-cost-reducing green designs, such as UPA’s recently developed 98,000-square-foot 2.0 University Place in Philadelphia’s surging University City green building corridor.

Thos. Somerville Co. Goes Green at Mid-Atlantic Facilities

December 8, 2016

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Committed to the responsible stewardship of resources and the environment for a sustainable future, Thos. Somerville Co. strives for a green approach to day-to-day operations.

Santa Monica Approves Zero Net Energy Building Requirement

The ordinance now goes to the California Energy Commission for approval

November 17, 2016

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The Santa Monica City Council voted to approve an ordinance requiring all new single-family construction in the city of Santa Monica to be zero net energy (ZNE), believed to be the first ordinance of its kind.

Specialty Products Help Optimize Sustainability

Lights, pipes, and more reduce environmental impact

Kimberly Schwartz

November 14, 2016

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The following smaller products can make a big impact on a building’s overall sustainability.

Selling Sustainability and Saving Energy

Industry professionals offer tips for smarter pitches and proposals

Kimberly Schwartz

November 14, 2016

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Selling clients on sustainability alone is difficult for contractors despite the increasing demand for energy efficiency.

Environmental Product Declarations Reveal Green Commitment

Manufacturers seek sustainability from cradle to grave

Kimberly Schwartz

November 14, 2016

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Sustainability should focus not only on the operation of HVAC equipment, but on its entire life cycle from manufacturing to whether or not it can be recycled at the end of its usefulness.

ESCO Group Introduces Updated Website

Combines all of its offerings in a single location

October 31, 2016

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The ESCO Group has launched a newly revised website that brings together the offerings of all the ESCO Group organizations under one, easy to navigate platform, including: ESCO Institute, HVAC Excellence, Green Mechanical Council, ESCO Press, and more.