Jan
16
by Erica Larson
Although great strides are being made in renewable energy, currently the most cost effective energy saving solution you can implement into your business is energy efficiency. Supported by energy conservation initiatives in Ohio such as House Bill 264 and House Bill 300 (HB 264, HB 300) and other government subsidies, energy efficiency meets the criteria …
Jan
10
by Erica Larson
As the most energy efficient concept in green building, a net zero building draws no net energy from the grid on an annual basis. This is achieved by combining both energy efficiency and on-site energy generation. Many businesses are striving to become as close to being net-zero as possible, conserving natural resources and lowing the …
Sep
13
by Erica Larson
Geothermal energy is a form of energy derived from the heat in the interior of the earth. By using geothermal heat pumps, we can heat water and provide heating and cooling for buildings by tapping into heat close to the earth’s surface. People have used various types of geothermal energy for hundreds of years but …
Aug
18
by Erica Larson
Endorsed by the U.S. Green Building Council, MSCA (Mechanical Service Contractors of America) GreenStar is a designation available only to organizations who are leaders in the green movement within the Energy Services and HVAC industry. GreenStar companies are committed to excellence, devoted to environmental stewardship, and have clearly demonstrated environmental responsibility. Brewer-Garrett is proud to …
Jul
27
Many American schools were built before World War II, and many more were built with cheap, non-durable, inefficient materials during the 1950’s and 1960’s. So, it’s no surprise that education is the leader in the non-residential building market for both new construction and renovation. Schools that have gone green have found that they not only …
