August 2008 Issue

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Design & Construction
Part 1Learning the Ropes When Building Abroad
Part 2Keeping Track of Special Requirements When Building Abroad

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The Role of Water Use Audits
Part 1How Does a Water Audit Work?
Part 2Steps in a Water Audit

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A More Efficient Data Center
Tactics to Boost Efficiency, Not Data Center Downtime

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Standards Development
Part 1Defining High-Performance Buildings
Part 2To Improve Energy Performance, Improve Operations

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Systems Furniture
Part 1Occupant Needs Shape Systems Furniture Design
Part 2Systems Furniture for Health Care
Part 3Systems Furniture and Collaborative Workspaces
Part 4Furniture Product Showcase

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Emergency Preparedness Programs
Part 1Homeland Security Department Pushes for Emergency Preparedness Certification Program
Part 2Emergency Preparedness Checklist
Part 3Documents and Guidelines for Emergency Preparedness

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Lab Design: High Risk, High Reward
Part 1What is a BSL Lab?
Part 2The Challenges of BSL Lab Design
Part 3The Need for Reliable Power in the Lab
Part 4Lab Exhaust Air Requirements
Part 5Other Lab Design Factors: Physical Barriers and the Envelope
Part 6Meeting Standards, Controlling Costs

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Product Gallery
New Products: August 2008

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SPONSORED SECTIONS

Report Prepared for National Electrical Manufacturers Association
Lighting Technology: Wealth of Opportunities
Part 2 Lamps & Ballasts: Moves from Good to Better
Part 3 Lighting Controls: Maximizing System Efficiency
Part 4 Changes in Technology, Legislation and Codes Improve Safety and Security Lighting
Part 5 The Financial Impact of Efficient Lighting

Report Prepared for the Clinton Climate Initiative
Clinton Climate Initiative Unveals Program to Boost Energy Efficiency

Report Prepared for the Center for Environmental Innovation in Roofing
Roofing Selection Goes Life-Cycle