Using electric vehicle (EV) batteries to power households could save their owners thousands of dollars in bills while cutting emissions from the power grid, according to new research from the University of Michigan and Ford Motor Company. The team investigated scenarios related to vehicle-to-home charging, or V2H. This emerging technology is similar to using EVs that are parked in garages as generators, but instead of burning gasoline, they provide electricity from their batteries that have been charged by the grid. Read more
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The warm spices in gingerbread, the woodsy aroma of pine and fir trees, and the fruity tang of mulled wine are smells synonymous with the holiday season. Many people enjoy lighting candles, incense and fireplaces in their homes to evoke the moods associated with these festive fragrances, but while burning scented products and lighting a fireplace may create a cozy ambiance, some experts want people to consider how they contribute to the quality of the air indoors. Read more
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In the U.S., the distribution of data centers is far from even, with a few key states emerging as global powerhouses of digital infrastructure. A map highlights where these clusters have formed and why certain states—especially Virginia with more than 600 facilities—have become magnets for hyperscale growth. Read more
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A new study from the Technical University of Munich signals that the balance between cost, complexity and carbon emissions when it comes to heating systems is shifting. After running an extensive, side-by-side comparison of 13 widely used residential heating systems, researchers have identified which setups actually deliver—not just in cutting emissions, but in long-term affordability. Their findings upend some common assumptions. Read more
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Join ASHRAE Journal Technical Editor Rebecca Norris and Darrell Peil as they discuss the often-overlooked benefits of pipe insulation and its impact on energy savings.
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By Kathleen Owen, Brent Stephens, Ph.D., William P. Bahnfleth, Ph.D., P.E., and Marwa Zaatari, Ph.D.
Particle air filters—also called media filters or mechanical filters—are the most common air cleaning technology used today, but not everyone knows how they work or how they interact with systems to clean air. This column reviews filter basics including particle sizes, aerosol capture theory, resistance to airflow and practical issues associated with their application in buildings to improve indoor air quality. Download here
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Great buildings start with great design. ASHRAE’s Accredited HVAC Design Level I & II courses equip engineers with the fundamentals and advanced practices needed for efficient, high-performing systems. Through real project examples and globally recognized best-practice guidelines, you’ll gain practical skills you can apply immediately in your day-to-day work. Register today! Read more |
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Trane Technologies recently announced that it entered into an agreement to acquire a leading provider of turnkey liquid-to-chip data center cooling solutions. This acquisition bolsters Trane's offerings with regards to modular cooling plants, central utility plants and coolant distribution units for liquid-cooled data centers and other complex corporate enterprises. Read more
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