The study evaluated HVAC systems in a number of South Carolina school buildings and found that hydronic systems outperformed all other systems in terms of lower energy use and cost and life expectancy.

In last month’s column, I reviewed recent high-impact technology from the past — the 2010s. This month, we’ll look forward. What technologies will shape the building industry in the 2020s and 2030s?

With features that include full steam from a cold start in less than five minutes, Miura steam boilers can be turned on or off easily, thereby conserving fuel, while substantially reducing energy costs and limiting emissions.

Inlet water temperature, number of fixtures served, and gallons-per-minute requirements all factor into the equation when selecting the right model for the job.

The company's philanthropic arm, Skender Foundation, had a truly a great 2019.

NAS and Facebook began developing the SPLC technology in 2015.

H2O Accepted is a new initiative of the HIA-C, designed to showcase the advantages of water-based commercial building space heating and cooling technologies.

ALI will offer four full-day seminars and 17 half-day short courses between Saturday, Feb. 1 and Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2020.

The event will gather plumbers, contractors, engineers, manufacturers, water efficiency experts, and academia to introduce new technologies for the plumbing industry and discuss policy initiatives.