Archive for 'Environmental Impact'
Energy Efficiency and Energy Conservation: A Synergistic Approach
Posted on 06. Jul, 2010 by keith.
When building owners set out to reduce their annual utility costs, they often confuse the concepts of energy efficiency and energy conservation. Energy efficiency is the concept of implementing energy efficient design that consumes less energy than traditional design, such as using a boiler with a high conversion rate versus one with a mediocre conversion rate, whereas energy conservation is the concept of using as little energy as possible, such by using ceiling lights only as necessary.
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“Black Jobs” in Coal Mining Could be Hit by EPA Regulations
Posted on 23. Jun, 2010 by keith.
One of the most talked about benefits of green power programs is the creation of “green jobs”; new work opportunities that have the added benefit of serving eco consciousness. So, what kind of job does a person hold when they work for power production that isn’t green? A “black job” is the nomenclature of which has more than a few ominous overtones.
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Tremco’s Agreement with Smart Energy Credit Makes Energy Efficiency Affordable
Posted on 11. Jun, 2010 by keith.
From a customer perspective, one of the primary benefits of implementing energy efficient design is the significant reduction in annual utility costs that it brings. However, to realize these savings, customers must traditionally invest significant capital in an energy efficiency project.