JP Morgan Chase recently announced the demolition of their NYC HQ located at 270 Park Ave. While there were numerous economic factors to their decision, one of the issues that came to light was the unsatisfactory general condition of the building. During the 1960s, there was a buildin
Thermolite has developed a new cost-effective tool to help commercial building owners determine the energy savings they can expect from building envelope improvements. According to the Department of Energy, at least 40% of the energy loss in commercial buildings occurs through the win
Most scientists, policy makers and business leaders agree that reducing GHGs is the single most effective measure to suppress the threat of climate change. But the challenge to protect the environment is far from over. The next step is determining the most viable methods to reduce GHG
Improving your building’s energy performance not only saves you money by reducing energy costs, it may also qualify you for a significant tax credit. The Energy Policy Act of 2005, signed into law by President George W. Bush, provides a tax deduction for energy efficient buildings via
Architects, engineers and other construction professionals can earn continuing education credits by completing Thermolite’s free online course: Performance Attributes of Secondary Window Systems. Provided in partnership with AEC Daily – the largest source of free online continui
Upgrading the energy efficiency of a building can be a major investment. Before making any decisions, it’s important to thoroughly research your options. Sometimes the more affordable ones can yield a greater ROI. That’s why it’s prudent to consider the expected retu
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio announced a major expansion to the NYC Carbon Challenge, a partnership between the city’s public and private sectors aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions through building modernization. In In early February, the NYC Carbon Challenge expanded to
On October 4th, the controversial media organization Wikileaks celebrated its 10th anniversary by announcing it would release millions of classified documents over the next ten weeks, many of which are expected to be related to the U.S. presidential election on November 8th. Founded i
Thermolite has developed a window system that not only insulates and reduces air infiltration but also generates electricity through the Photovoltaic Process. To say we are excited about this product is an understatement! The challenge that the BIPV (building integrated photovoltaics)
The look and condition of a window offer clues as to whether it’s time to replace. Even the areas near and around your window can be telling you that it is time to do something. Look for signs as indicators that it may be time to look into a new window system. Things like air leaks in