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The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) is reshaping American industries with its historic investment in clean energy and climate action. However, slow adoption could jeopardize our 2030 environmental goals. At Crete United, we advocate for proactive planning and swift action to stay ahead.

A Maintenance Budget Plan helps save money and keeps your property in top shape.

What is the key to maintaining a successful and resilient business when serious interruptions occur?

Security lighting is critical in helping property owners have peace of mind.

Security lighting is critical in helping property owners have peace of mind.

In a world that often emphasizes traditional college paths, the skilled trades industry can go overlooked.

The recent tragic events in Baltimore Harbor remind us of the importance of workplace safety and the potential risks each of us takes working in the commercial mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC fields.

Since the SEC’s new Climate Disclosure rule was announced in early March, the debate about the value of emissions reporting – and exactly how it should be done – has intensified significantly

If you are a commercial building owner or are considering investing in one, you know that there are many things to manage in order to keep the building running at its peak performance. One of the most important things to consider is the electrical status — or lack thereof — of the building.

Students of all ages spend significant time (potentially one-quarter of each day) inside the classroom.

Ductless heating and cooling continues to rise in popularity as a high-value, flexible solution for both commercial and residential HVAC needs.

Seems like a funny question. Well, turns out there’s a lot. Because
the future of both lies in the world of augmented reality (AR) and
virtual reality (VR).

Cooling towers are used in many commercial and industrial buildings to remove heat from processes or spaces.

Carbon credits are a tradable financial instrument that represent a reduction of one metric ton of carbon dioxide or carbon dioxide equivalent emissions.

Commercial and Industrial (C&I) businesses have been going solar at a rapid rate… but why?

The CATALYST Stand-Alone was applied to 10 packaged rooftop HVAC units serving a multi-use campus in Greenlawn, NY during September of 2023.

An air-cooled condenser is the equipment located outside the building that uses fans to reject the heat absorbed in the refrigeration system.

Fluorescent light bulbs have been the most common lamp type available to consumers for many years.

The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), signed into law in August 2022, has had a transformative impact on the U.S. economy and global clean technology markets since being enacted.

This week, the U.S. Federal Reserve (“Fed”) increased the Federal Funds Rate to a 22-year high, bringing its key rate to 5.25% – 5.50%.

Electric vehicles (EVs) are transforming the way we transport goods.

On June 14th, the IRS released new guidance on the expanded tax credit market, offering clarity on various aspects, including:

Artificial Intelligence is changing the way we ALL work. The MEP and energy efficiency categories are benefiting from AI-assisted design leading to more effective and economical MEP distribution plans.

On Wednesday, 2/15/2023, the Biden-Harris Administration announced new standards and updates aimed at creating a more reliable electric vehicle (EV) charging network across the USA, through the deployment of 500,000 EV chargers along U.S. highways throughout the nation.

In recent weeks, the federal government has come out with a variety of new rules in an effort to reduce the impact the buildings have on the climate. The Department of Energy (DOE) laid out building-sector decarbonization plans, created new lightbulb standards, and finalized new appliance energy efficiency rules in the month of April alone.

In design-build mechanical projects, the significance of code compliance cannot be overstated. Ensuring that mechanical systems comply with the necessary regulatory standards and codes is not just a matter of fulfilling legal requirements; it is about guaranteeing safety, reliability, and quality in construction projects.

One of the most important pieces to effective energy management is your energy procurement strategy. Particularly crucial for energy-intensive businesses seeking to mitigate risks and secure competitive pricing, a well-crafted procurement strategy ensures that your chosen suppliers and services align seamlessly with your budget, enhance operational efficiency, and resonate with your overarching vision.

ANSI/ASHRAE’s Publication Standard 228-2023, Standard Method of Evaluating Zero Net Energy and Zero Carbon Building Evaluation Performance, marks a significant step forward in the global efforts to reduce carbon emissions and combat climate change.