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Ductless Mini-Splits and Their Kin: The Revolution in Variable-Refrigerant-Flow Air Conditioning

New heating and cooling technology arriving from Asian manufacturers is shaking up the world of mechanical systems, offering compelling value and efficiency in a variety of settings. Read full article...

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Mazria Publishes Code Equivalents for 2030 Challenge

Architecture 2030, the organization created by Ed Mazria, FAIA, to reduce the building sector’s contribution to climate change, has published a guide that compares existing energy codes with the performance targets of the 2030 Challenge. Read full article...


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