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How Did You Spend World Refrigeration Day?

This year's new global holiday reminded our sustainability columnist that there is a lot going on in the world of refrigerants. Read on for some updates and a preview of more to come. If you think...

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Breakthrough May Yield Smarter, Greener Heat Pumps

Researchers in Switzerland are using artificial intelligence (AI) to design next-generation heat pump compressors that use less energy. In my last blog post, that focused on World Refrigeration Day, I...

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Editor's Note: Back-to-school priorities, and purpose

Summer may be slipping away, but fall offers its own opportunity for renewal and even for "serving humanity." As someone married to an elementary school teacher, the last thing I want to do in early...

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A More Workable Alternative to the Green New Deal

Our sustainability columnist neglected to offer an alternative when he criticized the much-hyped bill earlier this year. But now he has found one that he would like you to support. When I disparaged...

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Green mechanical contractor walks its talk

Calling themselves the greenest firm in the DC area, Shapiro & Duncan this week has caught the attention of our diligent sustainability columnist. He's most impressed with how the third-generation...

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Comparing Net Zero Rivals

Bullitt Center v. The Unisphere. First v. Biggest. How do they compare? Our sustainability columnist takes up the challenge. In my November 2017 posting, I mentioned that Seattle's Bullitt Center then...

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Sustainability Can Boost Bottom Line

Sustainability sells. As the world focuses on climate issues this week, most small-to-medium size business owners are too busy to care. But research suggests that being a green, ISO 14001-certified...

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Global Innovations in Sustainability: A Pulse Check

A look back on some of the latest and most promising technologies discussed this year. Although some definitions of “innovation” require that it have been introduced to market, I prefer a broader...

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Pulse Check on ENERGY STAR

Our erstwhile sustainability columnist is participating in a DOE survey on energy efficiency in property management. Here, he takes a step back to review the landmark program overall. Several weeks...

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Recipe for a Green New Thanksgiving

Many in the green movement pride themselves on practicing what they preach, all the time. Our intrepid sustainability writer suggests that this month's family celebration of gratitude need not be an...

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