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. 

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.

Read this month’s BF Nagy column to learn about ASHRAE Standard 241, Control of Infectious Aerosols (in Buildings) to reduce the risk of airborne disease transmission, such as SARS-COV-2 virus, the flu virus and other pathogens in buildings. Also, discover heat batteries and how they can help with decarbonization. 

Read this month’s BF Nagy column to learn about ASHRAE Standard 241, Control of Infectious Aerosols (in Buildings) to reduce the risk of airborne disease transmission, such as SARS-COV-2 virus, the flu virus and other pathogens in buildings. Also, discover heat batteries and how they can help with decarbonization. 

The eco-label is designed to help consumers understand the benefits of solar thermal collectors.

Wastewater energy transfer has risen to the top as a preferred initial method to begin the decarbonization efforts for commercial buildings and thermal energy networks of all types and sizes.

The movie “Oppenheimer” has found a global audience this summer, but it is a stark reminder that the bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki changed the world. What effect, if any, will it have on the future of nuclear power in this country? Read on as Max Rohr explains the issue.