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Washington State University Life Sciences Building Strikes LEED Gold

6 months ago5 mins

Washington State University Vancouver’s Life Sciences Building recently achieved LEED Gold status from the U.S. Green Building Council, one of the highest honors in the green rating system used across the globe.

City of Beaufort Partners with Johnson Controls for Energy Savings Performance Contract

8 years ago7 years ago6 mins

The contract between Beaufort and Johnson Controls is expected to generate $5.4 million in savings over 15 years for the city.

Detroit Zoological Society Constructs Biodigester to Generate Electrical Power

8 years ago7 years ago7 mins

The biodigester functions by using animal waste from the zoo’s animals, and is currently in the testing and commissioning phase.