The YMCA of Greater Nashua in New Hampshire recently underwent a significant renovation project to increase the energy efficiency of the structure, and the installation was so effective that it led National Grid Gas to award the organization with a $117,000 energy rebate.
The adoption of energy efficient technology and sustainable buildings is often one that the government struggles with, as convincing the public to spend a little more on upfront costs is often a challenge.
A new airport terminal is nearing completion in Duluth, Minnesota, as last-second changes and installations are being made to ensure that the facility is as energy efficient as possible.
People from all over the local government of Jersey City, New Jersey, gathered to break the ground on a new $87 million headquarters for the city's Department of Public Works and Incinerator Authority.
The construction of the new Posey Township Volunteer Fire Department in Brazil, Indiana, is set to finish at the end of June, as the building crews are finishing the last minute work on the energy efficient structure.
The use of energy efficient products, recycled materials and sustainable and green building practices can help a company or organization obtain a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) from the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC).
The recently completed plans for renovation of the Darien, Connecticut YMCA have led many in the community to applaud the local government and project architects, as the new facility will combine energy efficiency and safe comfort for children who enter the building.
New York Institute of Technology architecture and design students used their flair for sustainable and modern design to transform a Police Athletic League boxing gym in Freeport, New York, into a community destination for fitness and health education.
The construction of the new Posey Township Volunteer Fire Department in Brazil, Indiana, is set to finish at the end of June, as the building crews are finishing the last minute work on the energy efficient structure.
Poultry producers may be able to achieve energy savings of more than 30 percent by using radiant heating systems.
