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International Code Council Highlights How Building Codes Contribute to Climate Goals at COP28

The International Code Council provides expertise for the building sector to help address climate change

SNIPS NEWS Editorial Staff

December 12, 2023

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Held this year in Dubai, COP28 took place from November 30 through December 12.

Judge Overturns Berkeley Gas Infrastructure Ban

Judges: Federal law pre-empts city’s prohibition of natural gas connections in new construction

Matt Jachman

April 25, 2023

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The decision is a win for the California Restaurant Association, which challenged the ban that took effect in 2020. The city has not decided whether to appeal.

Registration for the 2023 Greenbuild International Conference + Expo Now Open

March 23, 2023

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Greenbuild 2023 will celebrate the U.S. Green Building Council’s 30th anniversary and newest version of LEED.

Midea Heat Pumps to Power NYC’s “Clean Heat For All Challenge”

20,000 window heat pumps for multifamily housing will help city hit green energy goals

Maria Taylor

October 8, 2022

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NYC is aiming to address the green energy gap through its new “Clean Heat for All Challenge,” using custom window heat pumps specially designed for the project by electric heat pump manufacturer Midea America Corp.

HVAC Firms Focus on Sustainability

Innovative approaches lower buildings’ environmental impact

Matt Jachman

September 12, 2022

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Sustainable commercial construction is the wave of the future, and, for many, the future is now. Public awareness of the benefits of sustainable — some call them green — buildings is increasing.

Gas Infrastructure Ban Takes Hold in Berkeley

Ordinance in California Town Aims to Avoid Carbon Emissions

Matt Jachman

September 1, 2022

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The ordinance includes all new construction, except for building additions and remodeling projects. Developers, builders, and owners of new structures must find alternatives to natural gas.

Green Builder Media Names Trane as 2022 HVAC Brand Leader

Climate innovator receives top ranking for its sustainable residential solutions

April 20, 2022

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Trane has been named Green Builder Media’s prestigious HVAC Brand Leader for 2022 and was recognized for its sustainable solutions and focus on efficient indoor comfort.

Bans on New Natural Gas Infrastructure Spread

Some states push back, critics say carbon reduction isn’t clear-cut

Matt Jachman

February 8, 2022

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A ban on the installation of natural gas infrastructure in new buildings is coming soon to a town near you, and the local HVAC industry needs to be prepared — or maybe not.

How to Future-Proof HVAC Systems to Meet Efficiency and Carbon Emission Goals

Major factors and trends drive the future of HVAC systems

Drew Turner

October 1, 2021

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The major drivers of future-proofed HVAC systems are efficiency, resiliency, electrification, and grid-interactivity.

Green Building Poised for Growth by 2021

November 26, 2018

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According to the results of the Dodge Data & Analytics World Green Building Trends 2018 SmartMarket Report, nearly half of survey respondents expect that the majority of their projects in the next three years will be green buildings.

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Items Tagged with 'green building codes and standards'

ARTICLES

International Code Council Highlights How Building Codes Contribute to Climate Goals at COP28

Judge Overturns Berkeley Gas Infrastructure Ban

Registration for the 2023 Greenbuild International Conference + Expo Now Open

Midea Heat Pumps to Power NYC’s “Clean Heat For All Challenge”

HVAC Firms Focus on Sustainability

Gas Infrastructure Ban Takes Hold in Berkeley

Green Builder Media Names Trane as 2022 HVAC Brand Leader

Bans on New Natural Gas Infrastructure Spread

How to Future-Proof HVAC Systems to Meet Efficiency and Carbon Emission Goals

Green Building Poised for Growth by 2021

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