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Research conducted in Seoul, South Korea, has found a significant correlation between occupants' use of window blinds and the energy performance of buildings. According to the study, the way occupants adjust their blinds can affect the overall energy efficiency of a building, and spatial and temporal factors, such as
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The 80-bed Friendship Hospital in Satkhira, designed by Architect Kashef Mahboob Chowdhury of Urbana, has been shortlisted for the prestigious RIBA International Prize 2021. This hospital is a sustainable facility that not only addresses climate change but also provides a calm and composed environment for patients. The hospital's
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A new report presents research on sustainability in the field of oncology, focusing on the establishment of the South-East European International Institute for Sustainable Technologies (SEEIIST) to provide cutting-edge Hadron radiation therapy treatment. To justify the initiative, researchers estimated the number of patients with cancer from the SEE region eligible
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New analysis by the Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC) reveals that the Australian building industry has a significant opportunity to reduce greenhouse gas emissions through the adoption of low-emissions materials and smart building designs. The report finds that around 10% of Australia's greenhouse gas emissions are embodied emissions,
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Siemens, a leading technology company, has been recognized as the best sustainable company in its industry group by the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI). In the latest rankings, Siemens scored 81 points out of 100, achieving global leadership in six categories, including innovation, cyber security, and environmental protection. This achievement
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Leonardo has been ranked as a leader in sustainability by S&P Global's Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI) for the 12th year in a row. The company achieved the highest score within the Aerospace & Defense industry in the Corporate Sustainability Assessment as of November 12th, 2021.
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Researchers at the University of Florida have been investigating the potential of blockchain technology to address the building sector's environmental impact. The study found that the adoption of blockchain technology can provide a secure, accurate, and affordable measurement, reporting, and verification (MRV) system for tracking energy consumption and
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Despite the challenges faced by the design and construction industry in recent years, a new study from Dodge Data & Analytics shows that green building remains a top priority. The fourth edition of the World Green Building Trends SmartMarket Report, conducted in 2021, found that 28% of all respondents reported
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Johnson Controls, a global leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, has introduced an all-in-one AI-powered solution called the OpenBlue Enterprise Manager Performance Advisor application. This innovative solution enables building operators to track sustainability, health, and wellness metrics while reducing energy use, water use, waste, and carbon footprint. The application
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Micron Technology, Inc., a leading semiconductor and memory storage company, has made a significant move towards sustainable finance by closing its first $1 billion green bonds. The net proceeds from this sale will be utilized to fund projects that prioritize environmental concerns, such as renewable energy, green buildings, and pollution
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Research conducted by Vietnam National University has found that rooftop solar power systems with battery storage are financially viable in Vietnam, despite the high investment costs. The study, published in the journal Sustainability, analyzed the performance of a grid-tied solar power system with battery storage at an office building in
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Cultivated meat production, a method of meat production that involves growing animal cells in a controlled environment, has been touted as a more sustainable alternative to conventional meat production. However, researchers have raised concerns that its energy-intensive production method may offset its environmental benefits. A study by researchers at the
