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Conservation in building design a new ‘energy resource’

Conservation in building design a new ‘energy resource’

by Robert Woolsey, KCAW | Sep 23, 2014 | ,

Sitka’s public library and centennial building will both be undergoing major renovations over the next couple of years, each growing in size by roughly one-half. But the energy costs to run both buildings will stay the same, thanks to a suite of new technologies that keep heat indoors. The consultant who’s designing the systems says engineers now consider conservation to be a major energy resource in new construction. Read More
New systems in Kettleson, Harrigan to reduce energy costs

New systems in Kettleson, Harrigan to reduce energy costs

by KCAW News | Sep 17, 2014 |

Jon Heller, an engineer with Ecotope Inc. in Seattle, is helping the city design energy-efficient mechanical systems in the remodeled Kettleson Library and Harrigan Centennial Hall. With insulation, better lighting, heat recovery ventilation, and heat pumps, energy usage in the buildings will be about 2/3 less per square foot. Read More
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