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Energy Solutions – ETAP Technology Seminar: HVAC WPTs – Chuck Frost (Video)

ETAP Technology Seminar presented by Chuck Frost at University of California at Berkeley. More >

Future 360 Episode 2: Green Building (Video)

Cleantech and Green Building colide in the Silicon Valley. Sarah Backhouse hosts Future360.tv with guide John Picard. More >

Energy Solutions – Energy Technology Assistance Program (ETAP) Technology Seminar – Wireless HVAC Controls

Wireless Networking allows DDC‐like functionality without the difficulty of re‐wiring. Significant Energy Savings, especially for Constant Air Volume (CAV) systems. More >

aecknowledge.com (Video) – USGBC-NCC GBCI Course #303: Retrofitting Existing Buildings to Improve Energy Efficiency

Presented by: Harry Sim, CEO, Cypress Envirosystems and Zach Gentry, Chief Strategy Officer, Adura Technologies GBCI Learning Units: 1 Hours Compared with new facilities, existing buildings and plants often have legacy equipment which waste energy, require more maintenance, and incur more downtime. A complete rip-out and replace strategy is often cost prohibitive and highly disruptive to ongoing operations and occupants. New non-invasive technologies allow for retrofits that take minutes to install and deliver substantial savings with investment paybacks of less than 18 months. This presentation provides an overview of cost-effective HVAC, lighting, steam, and compressed More >

ARCWeb.com – Architect of Capitol Saves Energy Time and Money with Cypress Envirosystems

Reducing the energy profile of the existing building stock in the US is be-coming a high priority for the federal government and many ARRA stimulus funds are directed at initiatives that increase the energy efficiency of the nation is building stock. However, in addition to "putting its money where its mouth is," the US government is leading by example by retrofitting much of its own building stock to take advantage of the savings and operational efficiencies generated by new technology. More >

Cleantech Insights – Let’s Make Dumb Buildings Smarter

The most promising renewable energy sources are not actually energy sources. Instead, I believe ‘negawatts’ or opportunities to save energy by making our buildings, factories, and homes more efficient are the best path toward reducing our dependence on fossil fuels. While attractive energy efficiency opportunities are plentiful, I’m most inspired by the ways we can make ‘dumb buildings’ smarter and more efficient. More >

Smartmeters.com – New Study Assesses Carbon Emissions

A new study conducted by the Boston Consulting Group (BCG) presents a practical methodology to evaluate the carbon-reducing potential of new technologies, giving businesses, policy makers, More >

The Chief Engineer – The Fairmont Hotel

Just north of Chicago’s Millennium Park resides another Chicago jewel in the form of the world famous, Fairmont Chicago hotel. Rated as one of the top 500 hotels in the world by Travel & Leisure Magazine and a member of the Condé Nast Gold List, the Fairmont resides at 200 North Columbus Avenue just off the lakefront and at the foot of the Magnificent Mile. The sleek and modern lines of the building’s exterior are perfectly matched by an elegant interior that screams luxury throughout the buildings entire 750,000 square foot space. While the stately Fairmont has become a favorite resting spot for busy executives visiting Chicago, it also plays host to many of the world’s movers and shakers. Former president of France, Jacques Chirac, Henry Kissinger and Hillary Rodham Clinton, have all been guests at the Fairmont, and a host of movie and recording stars have also made the Fairmont their choice while visiting the city. More >

AutomatedBuildings.com – Smart Grid’s Killer App Demand Response in Commercial Buildings

Jon Wellinghoff, the chairman of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), noted that “[demand response] is clearly the ‘killer app’ for the Smart Grid.” 1  Since utilities across the country are implementing new rate structures with the deployment of Smart Grid technologies that can leave unprepared facilities with much higher utility bills, it is important for building managers to understand demand response, the Smart Grid and their impact on commercial buildings. More >

ControlGlobal.com – Wireless Monitoring Delivers Fast Payback

Genentech’s (www.gene.com) mission is to meet unmet medical needs, so one of the goals of our Corporate Facilities Services department is to operate its plant in South San Francisco as a world-class facility. The key focus area for achieving this goal is continuous improvement of facilities and maintenance systems to reduce operating costs. More >

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