Lighting and Plug Load Power Pack

1 mins

WattStopper introduced its BZ-200 and BZ-250 lighting and plug load power packs that come with features for increased performance, reliability and functionality. The new power packs are installation-friendly and include a unique load on/off button that allows contractors to activate lighting or plug load immediately following installation. The BZ-200 series power packs are ideal for control of lighting, plug loads and motor loads in spaces that benefit from occupancy-based control, including commercial offices, classrooms and conference rooms.

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Energy-Efficient HVAC System

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Johnson Controls introduces TempMaster, a new light commercial HVAC product line delivering efficiency and reliability for easy specification. Manufactured in North America, TempMaster includes a variety of tonnages, fuel sources and configurations, and meets industry standards for efficiency and performance. TempMaster products are rigorously tested and rated in accordance with AHRI Standard 210/240 and 340/360 and meet relevant ASHRAE 90.1, ENERGY STAR and EPACT 2005 standards.

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GBCI, CaGBC Partner to Promote WELL Building Standard

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WASHINGTON — Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI), headquartered in Washington, and the Canada Green Building Council (CaGBC), based in Ottawa, Ontario, announced a new agreement to promote and advance the WELL Building Standard (WELL) in Canada.

The WELL Building Standard is a performance-based system for measuring, certifying and monitoring features that impact human health and wellbeing, through air, water, nourishment, light, fitness, comfort and mind. It complements other green building rating systems such as LEED.

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DU Uses Cogeneration to Meet Power Goals

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PITTSBURGH — An energy center at Duquesne University (DU) in Pittsburgh is now responsible for providing the entire campus with all necessary electricity, heating and cooling.

Within this center, a powerful, gas-fired turbine generates more than three-quarters of the university’s power. In addition, its excess heat runs boilers, which are then used to warm campus buildings in the winter, and powers chillers that are used for air conditioning in the summer.

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Organic Wall Decor

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Sustainable Materials announced the introduction of Organic Blocks to the U.S. market. A wall decor alternative fashioned in sustainably harvested, rapidly renewable, recycled molded cork, Organic Blocks bring dimension, depth and distinctive visual appeal to interior surfaces. Imported from Portugal, Organic Blocks convey a contemporary European design aesthetic in five high relief geometric shapes, each pre-finished and infused with a selection of 10 vibrant, fashion-forward colors.

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GBCI and Bureau Veritas Confirm Partnership

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WASHINGTON — Washington, D.C.-based Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI) and Bureau Veritas of Paris, have finalized the terms of their agreement to facilitate LEED certification internationally.

GBCI is a third-party organization that administers certification for LEED, the International Well Building Institute’s WELL Building Standard (WELL) and the Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark (GRESB). Bureau Veritas is a global company that performs tests, inspections and certification services.

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