Resulting integrated document will become the 2018 version of the International Green Construction Code ATLANTA, April 27, 2017 – A unified green building code that could become the foundation for LEED certification was created in 2011, thanks to a partnership among ASHRAE, the International Code Council (ICC), the American Institute of Architects (AIA), the Illuminating […]
SAN ANTONIO, Texas–This summer, Friedrich, a leading air conditioning manufacturer, is making it easier than ever to keep cool all while combating climate change. The company is the first in the U.S. to unveil room air conditioners for residential and light commercial customers that utilize a more environmentally sustainable refrigerant called R32. Benefits of R32 […]
ATLANTA, January 5, 2016 – Wind turbines, subcooled glycol/water, geothermal wells, reuse of coil condensation water and a central heat pump water heating system are among the innovative measures used in the five buildings receiving ASHRAE Technology Awards. The awards recognize outstanding achievements by members who have successfully applied innovative building design. Their designs incorporate […]
With three development priorities focusing on “Intelligent Drive”, “Efficient Technology” and “Essence of Luxury”, the new S-Class is broadening technical horizons at many levels. The S-Class sets new standards in terms of efficiency too. Its high environmental compatibility has now been confirmed by the neutral inspectors from the TÜV Süd technical inspection authority, who have […]
More than two seats are also fully in keeping with the smart brand experience: the smart fourjoy proves this. The study has all the typical smart attributes and embodies pure carefree enjoyment of urban life. The compact four-seater is the forerunner of a new smart generation and is celebrating its world premiere at the International […]
TESLA OFFERS MODEL S CUSTOMERS FREE, FAST CHARGING FOR CONVENIENT LONG DISTANCES DRIVES THURSDAY, AUGUST 29, 2013 – OSLO, Norway-Tesla Motors (NASDAQ: TSLA) today unveiled its highly anticipated European Supercharger network, energizing stations across Norway that enable Model S owners to conveniently travel for free between cities along well-traveled highways throughout the country. With locations […]
15 years of smart, 10 years of the smart roadster and the 1.5 millionth smart fortwo – at this year’s smart times fans of the urban brand had plenty of reasons to celebrate. From 23 to 25 August 2013 1,700 smart enthusiasts from 24 countries came to Lucerne for the world’s largest gathering of the […]
TILBURG ASSEMBLY PLANT SCENE OF FIRST MODEL S DELIVERIES TO DUTCH, BELGIAN, FRENCH AND GERMAN CUSTOMERS TILBURG, Netherlands –August 22nd, 2013 – Having begun the first European deliveries of Model S, Tesla Motors today opened its Tilburg Assembly Plant in the presence of the Vice Governor Economic and International Affairs of the Province of Brabant and […]
SETS NEW NHTSA VEHICLE SAFETY SCORE RECORD MONDAY, AUGUST 19, 2013 – Palo Alto, CA — Independent testing by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has awarded the Tesla Model S a 5-star safety rating, not just overall, but in every subcategory without exception. Approximately one percent of all cars tested by the federal government achieve 5 […]
Starting in August with 150 smart fortwo vehicles, expanding to a total fleet of 450 cars until mid of September car2go business area of about 120 square kilometres Rental costs €0.29 per minute, all inclusive Registration starts today with a promotional offer: no registration fee and 30 minutes’ free rental until end of September Milan, Aug 08, 2013 […]