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Surge in Home Remodeling: Lighting Trend Forecast

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Surge in Home Remodeling: Lighting Trend Forecast. Efficiency Upgrades for Electrical Devices. One of the easiest ways to customize a home’s electrical or lighting control devices is through color. To learn more about Leviton’s available smart lighting control options, visit Leviton's Residential Builders site. .

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Does Propane Have an Edge on Household Energy Costs?

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When comparing home energy sources, construction professionals can turn to recently released data from the DOE, which forecasted the representative average unit costs of five residential energy sources including electricity, natural gas, heating oil, propane, and kerosene. DOE Results. per million Btu). per million Btu).

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Maryland Vetoes Renewable Energy Portfolio Standard Increase

Green Building Law Update

vetoed an increase in the State’s Renewable Energy Portfolio Standard that would have resulted in higher electricity prices across the State. The legislation has been characterized as a “tax increase” to be levied upon every electricity ratepayer in Maryland. of their total electric supply into Maryland. This includes 12.7%

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Maryland Vetoes Renewable Energy Portfolio Standard Increase

Green Building Law Update

vetoed an increase in the State’s Renewable Energy Portfolio Standard that would have resulted in higher electricity prices across the State. The legislation has been characterized as a “tax increase” to be levied upon every electricity ratepayer in Maryland. of their total electric supply into Maryland. This includes 12.7%

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How to Start an Electrical Business: 9 Tips for Growth

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If you’re looking to start an electrical business, it’s the perfect time to flip the switch. Industry research shows that the US electrical industry has more than 1 million employees working for 200,000 businesses — and annual revenue exceeding $200 billion. Action item: Create a growth plan for your electrical company.

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Portfolio Decarbonization: How to Deliver on Your Carbon Commitments

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Scope 2: Indirect operational emissions from purchased electricity and steam. The characteristics of your unique portfolio will inform the most effective approach to forecast the business-as-usual pathway and identify carbon reduction pathways. residential, industrial, education, office). 3: Benchmark performance.

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These Are Not Your Papa’s Power Tools

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If you performed an audit of all the cordless tools on the jobsite of a typical new home or residential remodel, there’s a strong likelihood you’d find the bulk of them rely on lithium-ion batteries. Because of their high efficiency and ability to minimize electric shock, lithium-ion batteries are becoming increasingly popular.”.