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Artificial Intelligence in HVAC system

by Arloid

Did you know that with the help of artificial intelligence in the HVAC system, you can reduce the carbon footprint in the building and save on electricity bills?

AI-powered energy efficiency. In Ar

Filed under: HVAC Instrumentation and Controls,

Related to: Sustainable Communities and Developments ,

0 replies | 208 views | Posted on: 09/23/2022 | Last updated: 11/24/2022

Water Efficiency + Modern Design | HELVEX USA

by samanthaklein // Intern

 

Helvex is a leading manufacturer and distributor of water-efficient plumbing fixtures for bathrooms and kitchens, and has been selected as a partner for the #1920sMakeoverATL Passive Hou

Filed under: Green Living,

Keywords: Water Efficiency, Eco Friendly Restrooms, Bathroom Design, Water, Water Conservation, Bathrooms, Kitchens, Plumbing Fixtures, Helvex, Fixtures,

0 replies | 1558 views | Posted on: 07/19/2022 | Last updated: 01/16/2023

Climate Change and Abortion: They’re More Connected Than One Might Think

by gracemorrison

Times are changing: climate change is upon us and the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, a ruling which guaranteed Americans the right to an abortion. One may be asking oneself how these two are co

Filed under: Environmental Activism,

Keywords: Climate Change, Global Warming, Environmental Actvitism, EPA, Health, Enviromental Health, Clean Air Act, Air Pollution, Women, activism,

1 replies | 2466 views | Posted on: 07/18/2022 | Last updated: 06/30/2023

An Introduction to Dorken: Air and Moisture Barriers for Residential and Commercial Building Products

by samanthaklein // Intern

 

Sometimes, it's just so helpful to have a knowledgeable introduction from an experienced represenative, as you can learn information you're just not going to get in a brochu

Filed under: Water Treatment and Filtration,

Keywords: coatings, Building Systems, Moisture Management, Air Barriers, Moisture Barriers, Foundations, membranes, Control layers, Building Foundations,

0 replies | 1221 views | Posted on: 07/15/2022 | Last updated: 01/24/2024

Zero VOC Germ Killing Paint | Benjamin Moore Eco Spec Paint (Video)

by samanthaklein // Intern

 

Are you deciding on a new wall color for your next room renovation? There's more to consider than simply the aesthetic. You may have heard that some harsh chemicals in paints may neg

Filed under: Green Living,

Keywords: Indoor Air Quality, Paint Technology, VOCs,

0 replies | 1323 views | Posted on: 07/14/2022 | Last updated: 12/13/2022

Anti-Microbials, Anti-Bacterials, Disinfectants, Oh My!

by samanthaklein // Intern

Image Source: Verostock

 

Microbes are everywhere: in soil and tap water, on furniture, and even inside our bodies. Although they are invisible to the naked eye, these microorganisms are co

Filed under: Green Living,

Buildings and Our Health - News and Information

Keywords: Covid-19, antimicrobial, Bacteria, Viruses,

0 replies | 2190 views | Posted on: 07/13/2022 | Last updated: 03/30/2023

Jumpstarting The EV Transition

by gracemorrison

This year might just be pivotal in the growth of electric vehicle adoption, a key shift necessary to lower vehicle energy consumption and emissions, as a part of the larger fight to mitigate the effec

Filed under: Electric Vehicles,

Keywords: EV - Electric Vehicles, Gas vs Electric, Gas Prices, Sustainable Infrastructure, Green Infrastructure, Energy Infrastructure, Scaling EV Infrastructure,

0 replies | 2848 views | Posted on: 07/07/2022 | Last updated: 07/21/2022

New York Adopts New Appliance Efficiency Bill and Updates Building Codes

by samanthaklein // Intern

As populations continue to increase in New York, electricity demand is on the rise. Concurrently, the state has big plans to achieve decarbonization goals. Meeting both needs is challenging and re

Filed under: Energy,

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Energy, Energy Efficiency, NYSERDA, Decarbonization, ACEEE, Appliances, Appliance Standards,

0 replies | 941 views | Posted on: 06/30/2022 | Last updated: 08/25/2022

Investing in Green Energy Improvements

by gracemorrison

There seems to be some market fear of making green building improvements under the assumption that they will constitute a considerable expense without a sufficient return on investment. This belief is

Filed under: Green Building Finance ,

Keywords: Green Building, investments, Green Industry,

1 replies | 4339 views | Posted on: 06/27/2022 | Last updated: 07/01/2022

Whole House Humidity Control ALL Year Long || Aprilaire

by samanthaklein // Intern

 

Maintaining a healthy home is essential for your family’s well-being. In doing so, it is important to take steps to sustain indoor air quality. Humidity, of all IAQ metrics, h

Filed under: Health and Air Quality,

Keywords: HVAC, Ventilation, Humidity, AprilAire,

1 replies | 1753 views | Posted on: 06/17/2022 | Last updated: 06/30/2022

Filtration and Airflow in Whole House HVAC Systems: Filter Cabinets and MERV Options

by Rate It Green Team


Filters remove dust and other particles, including biological contaminants, from the air.  This basic but important function plays a critical role in maintaining indoor air quality, and yet mos

Filed under: Filtration,

Keywords: HVAC, Ventilation Systems, Ventilation, Filtration, AprilAire, Whole House Ventilation Systems, MERV,

0 replies | 3754 views | Posted on: 06/14/2022 | Last updated: 02/20/2024

Health, Income, and Energy Efficiency Access: It’s all Connected

by gracemorrison

Energy efficiency, a term used to compare the amount of energy required for a product to work, is becoming increasingly important in our fight against climate change. Since energy-efficient products u

Filed under: Advocacy,

Keywords: Affordable Housing, Healthy Building, Energy Efficiency, Health, Equity, Energy Burden,

0 replies | 5584 views | Posted on: 05/31/2022 | Last updated: 03/31/2023

War on Ukraine’s Impact on Green Energy: Progression or Digression?

by gracemorrison

We are all witness to the degradation of our environment caused by fossil fuel emissions. We can perceive rising extreme weather occurrences and changing weather and natural resource health patterns,

Filed under: Energy,

Keywords: Climate Change, clean energy, Energy Efficiency, Renewable Energy, Fossil Fuels, Green Energy, energy independence, Ukraine, Gas Prices, War,

0 replies | 2656 views | Posted on: 05/31/2022 | Last updated: 03/31/2023

NOT COMPLICATED - JUST GREEN, podcast of common sense for better construction

by James Pirch, AIA, LEED GA // Architect, LEED GA, host of podcast NOT COMPLICATED - JUST GREEN

This episode features an interview with Matt Hoots, the president of Sawhorse construction,  one of Atlanta’s premier residential remodeling firms, known for their innovation, professionali

Making Homes More Disaster Proof; Reaction to Grace & Corbett Lunsford and Matt Risinger

by Rate It Green Team



Our homes and buildings have to become more adaptable and resilient, which means they must be able to endure different conditions and changing occupant needs, and they must also be weather&n

Filed under: Resilience,

Keywords: Resiliency, Resilience, air sealing, Electrification, Extreme Weather, Moisture, Corbett and Grace Lunsford, Matt Risinger, Matt Hoots,

0 replies | 420 views | Posted on: 05/23/2022 | Last updated: 05/23/2022

How to get FULL value for your GREEN Home: Key Points to Consider in Buying and Selling

by Rate It Green Team


If you've got 5 minutes to learn about protecting the value of what is likely to be your key asset, it's worth giving Green Builder Matt Hoots a listen.  Matt teamed up with Green R

Filed under: Real Estate,

Keywords: Real Estate, Green Homes, financing, Green Real Estate, Green Addendum, Green Appraisal, Home Appraisal, Green Loans,

1 replies | 2615 views | Posted on: 05/20/2022 | Last updated: 03/31/2023

Example of a Net Zero Energy Renovation - IBS 2022 Home Tour | Saw Horse Design

by samanthaklein // Intern

 

A recently renovated net-zero energy renovated home was on display at the 2022 International Builder’s Show. From wall-mounted toilets to silent Mitsubishi electric compressors, th

Filed under: Green Living,

Keywords: Netzero, Solar, Cambria, Mitsubishi, Ductless Mini Splits,

0 replies | 1996 views | Posted on: 04/27/2022 | Last updated: 03/31/2023

SIEMENS VersiCharge Series - Universal Chargers for Electric Vehicles

by Rate It Green Team


It’s great to see product evolution in what pretty much feels like real time.  Green Builder Matt Hoots caught up with Kristen Westwood of SIEMENS eMobility North America at the Inter

Filed under: Electric Vehicles,

Keywords: Electric Vehicles, Electrification, EVs, SIEMENS, Ford, Ford-150, Ford 150, Backup Power,

0 replies | 3183 views | Posted on: 04/21/2022 | Last updated: 03/31/2023

Mini Split Cold Weather Design Advice and Guidelines, with Mitsubishi

by Rate It Green Team


Your mini split might work better if you don’t bury it under the snow… In all seriousness, Shawn from Mitsubishi chats with Matt Hoots and gives some advice on optimal conditions fo

Filed under: Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (HVAC),

0 replies | 5887 views | Posted on: 04/20/2022 | Last updated: 03/31/2023

rheia's Comfort by Design - Smaller, Energy and Labor Efficient Air Distribution Systems

by Rate It Green Team

Now that we think about it, thanks to rheia, why is HVAC ductwork so big and bulky, and tangled?  We’ve made changes to electrical and plumbing systems, so why not HVAC ducts? Clearly, it&r

Filed under: Ductwork,

Keywords: Energy Efficiency, HVAC, Ventilation Systems, Ventilation, comfort, rheia,

1 replies | 6914 views | Posted on: 04/15/2022 | Last updated: 06/27/2022

Customized Switches and Sensors for Indoor Air Quality || Swidget

by samanthaklein // Intern


Matt Hoots of Sawhorse, Inc. connects with Chris from Swidget (a clever name: think "Switching" and "Widgets") at the 2022 International Builders Show.  Chris walks us t

Filed under: Health and Air Quality,

0 replies | 4940 views | Posted on: 04/11/2022 | Last updated: 05/24/2022

Allergy Standards Certifies LG Appliances

by samanthaklein // Intern


Allergy Standards Ltd. scientifically identifies, tests, and certifies products that help optimize the indoor environment for health and wellness, with a focus on identifying products that reduc

Filed under: Health and Air Quality,

Linked to: LG Clothes Washers Linked to: Product Certications

Keywords: Health, Air Quality, Transparency, Indoor Air Quality, Wellness, Allergies, Allergens, Allergy Standards,

0 replies | 2295 views | Posted on: 03/28/2022 | Last updated: 04/23/2022

#1920sMakeoverATL House Update - Foundation Work has Started

by Rate It Green Team

The #1920sMakeoverATL Project is in full gear now (!), and foundation work has started! Matt and the ATL team have decided to prop up the house on piers and completely rebuild the foundation. The orig

Filed under: #1920sMakeoverATL,

0 replies | 1655 views | Posted on: 03/28/2022 | Last updated: 12/05/2022

Electric Vehicles need to be powered by Solar (not Coal) to be green

by SawHorse, Inc.


Electric Vehicles are NOT sustainable.

The argument that Electric Vehicles are not sustainable is only partly true.   Depending on where you live, they can be powered by electr


Filed under: Solar Energy ,

1 replies | 4427 views | Posted on: 03/19/2022 | Last updated: 06/27/2022

"Perfect Wall" demonstration

by SawHorse, Inc.

Several years ago, when the term "perfect wall" was mentioned, I thought it meant a "plumb and square" wall.  Many of us green builders and architects throw around the ter

Filed under: Mineral Wool Insulation,

0 replies | 1425 views | Posted on: 03/17/2022 | Last updated: 06/27/2022

 

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