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| To ensure that The HVAC&R Industry is not blocked by spam-blocking software, add e-industry@ashrae.org to your address book. Should you encounter problems reading an ASHRAE eNewsletter, you may access any issue archived on the ASHRAE Web site at this link. To unsubscribe from this eNewsletter, click here. Industry NewsICC Developing Green Building Certification for Inspectors WASHINGTON, D.C.—The International Code Council is developing an Inspector of Green Building Technologies certification exam to demonstrate a code official’s ability to understand the application of sustainable building technology and assess adherence with green building programs. The new certification will help provide assurances that sustainable buildings also are safe. Read more Building Energy-Efficient Buildings Easiest Way To Reduce GHGs, Says Report VANCOUVER, British Columbia—Building more energy-efficient buildings might be the cheapest way to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and slow climate change, according to a recent report. The research was conducted by the Montreal-based Commission for Environmental Cooperation (CEC). It found that building green buildings and upgrading the insulation and windows in the existing ones could reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 1.7 billion tons annually. "This is the cheapest, quickest, most significant way to make a dent in greenhouse gas emissions," said Jonathan Westeinde, chair of the research group. Read more U.S. EPA Developing Data Center Energy Benchmark WASHINGTON, D.C.—The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced that it is developing a benchmark to help IT managers compare energy consumption in their facilities with that of other data centers. About 100 companies have reportedly said they will provide raw power data and other information to the EPA for use in developing its new benchmark, which is expected be available in about two years. Read more Civil Engineering Society Accused of Cover-Ups NEW ORLEANS—Critics are accusing the American Society of Civil Engineers of covering up engineering mistakes, downplaying the need to alter building standards, and using the investigations to protect engineers and government agencies from lawsuits. Allegations that have arisen after natural disasters in recent years have prompted the organization to convene an independent panel to investigate. "They want to make sure that they do things the right way and that they learn lessons from the studies they do," said Sherwood Boelhert, a retired Republican congressman from New York who heads the panel. The panel is expected to issue a report by the end of April and reportedly may recommend that the society stop taking money from government agencies for disaster investigations. Read more SPX Cooling Technologies Announces Price Increase OVERLAND PARK, Kan.—SPX Cooling Technologies has announced a 6% global price increase on all Recold products and options, effective immediately. The company attributes the increase to higher costs of various commodities. ASHRAE NewsASHRAE, USGBC Cosponsor Washington Fellowship ASHRAE and the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) are jointly sponsoring a one-year fellowship in Washington, D.C., that will allow the participant to work in the federal government in a technical advisory role. Members of ASHRAE or USGBC may apply. Possible placement areas include Congress, a federal agency such as the Department of Energy, Environmental Protection Agency or the General Services Administration, or the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy. Read more Feature of the WeekChilled Water System for University Campus By Stephen W. Duda, P.E., Member ASHRAE This article presents a case study of the construction of a campus district chilled water system for Missouri State University’s campus in Springfield, Mo. This article covers the financial, energy, and engineering considerations behind the project. The final system design is presented, along with lessons learned. This article originally was published in ASHRAE Journal in May 2006. Click here to download the article. It will be available here through April 9. After April 9, access to the article from this eNewsletter will no longer be available. It will remain available for free download by Members here and for purchase by nonmembers in the ashrae.org bookstore. Product NewsController From Telkonet GERMANTOWN, Md.—Telkonet announces the Telkonet SS1107 Energy Management Controller. It is compatible with a range of packaged terminal air conditioner (PTAC) equipment and sensors. It features a dedicated port for high-speed communication and supports mesh networking technology. Read more Hygrometer/Thermometer From Control Company FRIENDSWOOD, Texas—Control Company offers the Traceable® memory hygrometer/thermometer. It measures from 10% to 95% relative humidity and temperature from 0°F to 199.9°F (–18°C to 93°C). It features a resistive polymer film sensor that provides humidity readings with an accuracy of ±2% mid-range to ±4% elsewhere. Read more Scroll Chillers From Motivair AMHERST, N.Y.—Motivair introduces MSC water-cooled, packaged scroll chillers for commercial and process cooling applications. Models use either two compressors in one circuit, or four compressors in two circuits. Microprocessor controls allow the compressors to be staged to increase flexibility. 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