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Leviton Expands Smart Sensor Line with Smart Ceiling Mount Room Controllers and Sensors

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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MELVILLE, N.Y., April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Leviton today announced the expansion of the Smart Sensor line with Smart Ceiling Mount Room Controllers (SRC) and Smart Ceiling Mount Sensors (CMS). The line simplifies advanced lighting controls by integrating several control strategies into a self-contained, cost-effective, and easy-to-install device. By requiring just two devices instead of the industry's standard four for code compliance requirements, the solutions streamline installation.

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  • MELVILLE, N.Y., April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Leviton today announced the expansion of the Smart Sensor line with Smart Ceiling Mount Room Controllers (SRC) and Smart Ceiling Mount Sensors (CMS).
  • "Our Smart Ceiling Mount Room Controllers and Sensors provide an industry-exclusive powerhouse solution, requiring just two devices to install for a complete lighting control system, rather than the industry's typical four.
  • Smart Ceiling Mount Room Controllers and Smart Ceiling Mount Sensors can be used to comply with IECC, ASHRAE 90.1, and 2022 Title 24, Part 6 occupancy/vacancy sensing, dimming, partial-ON, partial-OFF, daylight harvesting, plug load control, and demand response requirements.
  • For more information on the Smart Ceiling Mount Room Controllers and Smart Ceiling Mount Sensors, visit www.leviton.com/smartsensors .

James Satterwhite, CEO of Advanced Glazings, Ltd., to Speak at BuildGreen Atlantic 2024 Conference

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024
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BuildGreen Atlantic , Presented by Ashrae Halifax Chapter, is a conference, tradeshow and networking event that advances the design, construction, and operation of greener buildings in Atlantic Canada, and will be held in Halifax on March 26 & 27, 2024.

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  • BuildGreen Atlantic , Presented by Ashrae Halifax Chapter, is a conference, tradeshow and networking event that advances the design, construction, and operation of greener buildings in Atlantic Canada, and will be held in Halifax on March 26 & 27, 2024.
  • The 27th focuses on the conference and tradeshow at the Halifax Convention Centre.
  • Both days will attract the green building sector, including building owners, architects, engineers, designers, materials manufacturers, trade professionals, policymakers, and students.
  • James Satterwhite’s presentation promises to inspire architects, builders, and sustainability enthusiasts alike, to “Win the War on Dull Buildings.”

Clutch City Passive Makes History as First Phius Certified Passive Project in Houston

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Monday, April 1, 2024
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CHICAGO, April 1, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Last month, Clutch City Passive made history as Houston's first Phius-certified passive project, representing a fortified commitment to climate change mitigation in the built environment. In regions like the Southwest, Phius' climate-specific standards are the industry model for efficiency and sustainability. Uniquely designed with the grid in mind, they provide necessary energy independence and significantly less strain than traditional buildings.

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  • CHICAGO, April 1, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Last month, Clutch City Passive made history as Houston's first Phius-certified passive project, representing a fortified commitment to climate change mitigation in the built environment.
  • Clutch City Passive, featuring two shared-wall townhouses, is certified by Phius, showing Houston a path towards a more resilient and adaptable built environment.
  • The Phius Standard is the only standard customized to fit Clutch City Passive's unique Houston climate, making it the leading standard for energy-efficient construction, no matter the environment.
  • Clutch City Passive is an example in the Southwest for the built environment to follow, showcasing innovative solutions to climate change effects.

Award-Winning Mana Pacific Inc Appoints New Board Chair

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Thursday, March 28, 2024
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KIHEI, Hawaii, March 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Mana Pacific, Inc. announced that the company's Board of Directors has appointed Honorable Katherine Hammack as its new Chair of the Board.

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  • KIHEI, Hawaii, March 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Mana Pacific, Inc. announced that the company's Board of Directors has appointed Honorable Katherine Hammack as its new Chair of the Board.
  • Hon Hammack succeeds MK Merrigan, Co-Founder of Mana Pacific, who served as Chair of the Board of Directors since 2019.
  • MK will continue to serve Mana Pacific's board as a Director.
  • She is exactly the leadership the Mana Pacific Board needs during this exciting season of expansion."

SOCOTEC Teams Up with Bisnow to Confront Carbon Emissions in the Built Environment and Explore a Safer and Sustainable Future

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
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SOCOTEC Teams Up with Bisnow to Confront Carbon Emissions in the Built Environment & Explore a Safer Sustainable Future

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  • SOCOTEC Teams Up with Bisnow to Confront Carbon Emissions in the Built Environment & Explore a Safer Sustainable Future
    Nearly 42% of all carbon released into the air stems from global building emissions.
  • As the industry increasingly recognizes the significance of embodied carbon, SOCOTEC stands at the forefront, guiding owners, and project teams towards sustainable practices.
  • To effectively tackle embodied carbon emissions, SOCOTEC conducts comprehensive whole-building life cycle assessment.
  • With a diverse portfolio encompassing various asset types globally, SOCOTEC is actively involved in projects aimed at improving sustainability and reducing carbon emissions.

Attune and ASHRAE IL Chapter volunteers to Install Indoor Air Quality Monitoring Systems in two Illinois Public Schools

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
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VIENNA, Va., March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Attune, the only customizable indoor air quality monitoring solution in America, along with the Illinois Chapter of ASHRAE, deployed Attune IAQ monitoring systems in Forest Hills Elementary School and McClure Junior High in Western Springs, Illinois.

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  • VIENNA, Va., March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Attune, the only customizable indoor air quality monitoring solution in America, along with the Illinois Chapter of ASHRAE, deployed Attune IAQ monitoring systems in Forest Hills Elementary School and McClure Junior High in Western Springs, Illinois.
  • This is a part of the 2024 ASHRAE Winter Conference Sustainability Project hosted by the Chapter.
  • "This sustainability project will help showcase indoor air quality in schools and will open up a dialogue on methods to improve it," said Theron.
  • Attune is currently in over 1,500 schools across the nation, including Denver Public Schools, Washington, D.C. Public Schools, Montgomery County Public Schools, Monterey County Schools, South Monterey County Schools, and Prince William County Public Schools.

Tecumseh Unveils Enhanced Portfolio to Comply with Lower GWP Standards at CMPX 2024

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Thursday, March 14, 2024
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ANN ARBOR, Mich. , March 14, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Tecumseh Products Company, a pioneering force in compressor and refrigeration systems, is set to present its diverse product range geared towards addressing the ongoing global industry requirements for a more sustainable future at the CMPX Expo 2024. In alignment with the Kigali Amendment, which calls for a gradual reduction in the use of HFCs globally, Tecumseh will showcase reliable R-290 reciprocating compressors and A2L classified solutions tailored for commercial refrigeration and some specific heat pump applications. Additionally, the company will introduce expanded Argus condensing units designed to meet heightened demands for Walk-In Cooler and Freezer applications.

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  • Additionally, the company will introduce expanded Argus condensing units designed to meet heightened demands for Walk-In Cooler and Freezer applications.
  • Tecumseh proudly introduces two standout rotary compressor offerings, the RG and HG compressors, now compatible with R-454B, with an anticipated expansion of R-32 models in late 2024.
  • In the commercial refrigeration sector, Tecumseh is gearing up its system offerings to function with R-454C and R-455A for compressors exceeding 15cc displacement.
  • Following the updated UL standards in late 2023, R-290 refrigeration equipment will now be permitted a higher charge limit beyond 150g.

Nephros Announces Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2023 Financial Results

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
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SOUTH ORANGE, NJ, March 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via NewMediaWire – Nephros, Inc. (Nasdaq: NEPH), a leading water technology company providing filtration solutions to the medical and commercial markets, today announced financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2023.

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  • Net revenue for the fourth quarter of 2023 was $3.3 million, compared with $2.6 million in the fourth quarter of 2022, an increase of 27%.
  • Gross margin for the fourth quarter of 2023 was 62%, compared with 59% in the fourth quarter of 2022.
  • Research and development expenses for the fourth quarter of 2023 were $0.2 million, compared with $0.4 million in the fourth quarter of 2022, a decrease of 42%.
  • Adjusted EBITDA loss from continuing operations for the fourth quarter 2023 was approximately ($0.1 million), compared with approximately ($0.5 million) in the fourth quarter of 2022.

Scala Data Centers announces the legendary creator of PUE, Christian Belady, as a Board member

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024
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BARUERI, Brazil, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Scala Data Centers, the leading Latin American sustainable data center platform for the Hyperscaler market, is honored to announce the name of Christian Belady as a Board Member of the company. With more than four decades of industry experience and an impressive record of more than 150 patents, Belady has played a crucial role in improving the global energy efficiency of the data center industry.

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  • Belady spent 16 years at Microsoft, where he created a legacy of innovation by leading the global development of data centers and driving innovative technologies in cooling and power generation.
  • "We are honored to welcome Christian as Scala's Advisor and Board member.
  • "The verticalization strategy implemented by the visionary leadership of the CEO, Marcos Peigo, positions Scala far ahead in the data center market.
  • I can't wait to start collaborating with Scala's exceptional Engineering Center of Excellence (CoE) and contribute to their journey of sustainable growth.

DigitalBridge Appoints Data Center Pioneer Christian Belady as a Senior Advisor

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Thursday, February 8, 2024
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DigitalBridge Group, Inc. (NYSE: DBRG) (“DigitalBridge”), a leading global alternative asset manager dedicated to investing in digital infrastructure, today announced that Christian Belady has been appointed as a Senior Advisor.

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  • DigitalBridge Group, Inc. (NYSE: DBRG) (“DigitalBridge”), a leading global alternative asset manager dedicated to investing in digital infrastructure, today announced that Christian Belady has been appointed as a Senior Advisor.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240208549445/en/
    Christian Belady Senior Advisor DigitalBridge (Photo: Business Wire)
    Mr. Belady is a distinguished industry veteran with over four decades of experience in data center and infrastructure management and development on a global scale.
  • “We are thrilled to welcome Christian to DigitalBridge and look forward to benefiting from his unparalleled expertise in data center design, development and management,” said Jon Mauck, Senior Managing Director of DigitalBridge, who leads the company’s data center investment strategy.
  • In previous roles at Microsoft, Mr. Belady led global server and data center development, including research, engineering, construction, and operations for Microsoft’s data center portfolio.