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Does an abundance of parking make cities better or worse for the inhabitants? There’s no easy answer to the question, but parking reformists encourage less parking — and less driving — in larger cities. Max Rohr looks at the history of parking lots and the debate about more vs. less spots.
BF Nagy recalls some of the energy technologies that have grown over the last year, including three projects using wastewater energy recovery to heat buildings.
Of the hydrogen hues, green hydrogen has the greatest possibilities in transportation. However, the industry needs more technology to make it a viable, cost-competitive fuel. Max Rohr explains the types of hydrogen fuel, focusing on green and blue hydrogen.
The International Energy Agency notes that since 2010, improvements in energy intensity have averaged 1.7% a year, saving about 10 times as much primary energy as solar and wind additions. Energy efficiency programs are one way to help accelerate our energy transition.
The federal government released details on accompanying IRA measures relating to consumer and business incentives to support building electrification. The details indicate to construction professionals that incentives are significant for the long-term commitment to decarbonize our economy.
Tax incentives and rebates can bring down the initial cost, and the technology reduces greenhouse emissions.
November 3, 2023
More homeowners are considering heat pump water heaters to lower energy costs and reduce greenhouse emissions. Read on to see how this Massachusetts home renovation used the technology to deliver consistent hot water while offering long-term savings on energy bills.
Weather and climate disasters with losses exceeding $1 billion have gutted the property insurance industry over the last four years, as well as business owners and homeowners. Max Rohr explains that some people and businesses are losing their insurance or having their premiums increased. How can the PHCP industry help?
As energy bills go up and down, many consumers are sometimes put in the position of paying the electric or gas bill or buying food or medicine. Communities can help by researching alternative heating methods, such as sharing waste heat.
What should higher education be for the class of 2027? Read on as Max Rohr describes a new way of educating college students that allows them to build their own programs with a mix of courses, internships and community engagement.