Energy & Infrastructure

Use VSD Compressors, Save Energy (and Money)

Whether you call it VFD, frequency converter or inverter, VSD technology by any other name is just as efficient. On average, VSD compressors use about 35 percent less energy than their fixed-speed counter parts. But what does a 35 percent reduction in energy costs really look like? Well, that depends on your plant.

Energy & Infrastructure

Pay Attention to The Ray, Urges WheelRight's John Catling

Development of a connected and sustainable highway needs dedicated leaders within institutions, companies and governments. Europe should take heed of The Ray initiative in the US, argues John Catling

AI & Technology

Chevrolet Brings All-Electric Vehicle Technology from the Moon to Earth

DETROIT — In July 1971, Apollo 15 astronauts explored the moon in the first electric-powered Lunar Rover, thanks to help from General Motors engineers. Fast-forward to the 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV, and it’s clear once again that GM remains at the forefront of EV engineering. With an EPA-estimated range of 238 miles on a single charge and costing a fraction of the Lunar Rover’s $38 million price tag, the Bolt EV has made driving electric attainable for the Earth-bound.

Events

Business Leaders From Leading US Brands to Tackle Linking Social Purpose With Commercial Success in San Francisco This November

The Responsible Business Summit is returning to the US in 2017 to tackle some of the top societal and business-critical issues faced on the West Coast to launch for the first time in San Francisco on November 14-15.

Corporate Responsibility

VIDEO | How Sustainability and Business Strategy Go Hand in Hand at Schneider Electric

As a global specialist in energy management and automation, Schneider Electric places sustainability at the forefront of business strategy. Hear from Emmanuel Lagarrigue, Executive Vice President of Strategy, how Schneider helps customers make their data centers, buildings, homes, manufacturing plants, and the smart grid more energy efficient.

Energy & Infrastructure

WELL Building Standard™ Crosses 100 Million Square Foot Mark as IWBI™ Unveils WELLographies and New Mobile App

The International WELL Building Institute™ (IWBI™) announced today that it has crossed the 100 million square foot mark for buildings registered and certified under the WELL Building Standard™ (WELL™). IWBI used the occasion to also launch Build WELL, its new mobile app, premiere the WELLographies™, compilations of human health and technical research that explore the connection between buildings and wellness, and provide updates on a number of other initiatives underway.

AI & Technology

Through Code Conference Lens: How Tech is Breaking the Barriers to Addressing Societal Challenges

When we think about the future of our digital world, we are seeing an increasingly decentralized approach to initiating change. This approach, coupled with instincts to partner and the power of networks to bring about impact, makes technology an incredible accelerator of large-scale change. Now more then ever, it is a problem-solving tool distributed to the masses, and one that increasingly enables action.

Energy & Infrastructure

B&V Positions for Long-lasting Impact on Colorado’s Water Supply

Black & Veatch, a market leader in dams, water storage and conveyance, is working to ensure sustainable water supply in Colorado by assigning two senior practice leaders to help meet client needs. Greg Zamensky and Chris Mueller will deliver Black & Veatch's water supply, dam-related storage and transmission systems services along the Front Range.

Corporate Responsibility

Free eBook | Your Guide to Increasing Global Employee Engagement

Download a free eBook, Your Guide to Increasing Global Employee Engagement, to learn how you can design a successful worldwide corporate giving and volunteering program.

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