It’s election time again and like the previous election, there is no shortage of mudslinging, debates and promises. Regardless of your political beliefs, one thing that most consumers and business would agree on is the need to reduce the cost of energy–from gasoline to hom
With areas on the East Coast reeling from the damage caused by Hurricane Sandy, it becomes more and more apparent that hurricane protection is becoming a national priority. The devastation to urban areas and sprawling cities hit by these tropical storms can take years to repair and st
Hurricane Isaac wreaked havoc upon southern states late this summer, laying waste to homes and businesses and like Hurricane Katrina in 2005, the New Orleans area really took a beating. Hurricanes and hurricane winds can decimate buildings by lifting roofs, imploding windows an
According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), approximately 30 million people in the U.S. are exposed to hazardous noise in the workplace each year. In fact, an online study by Occupational and Environmental Medicine found that up to 21 percent of worke
A new study released by the California Manufacturers and Technology Association suggests that the costs associated with the California Global Warming Solutions Act of 2006 (AB 32) may be much higher than previous estimates. The study concluded, “that the average California family will
Before “going green” had gone mainstream, Thermolite was at the forefront of providing simple and powerful energy solutions that reduced energy demand, decreased the carbon footprint and saved money. In 1981, Thermolite had the opportunity to install the Thermolite Window
When it comes to large capital investments like building upgrades (HVAC, roofing, windows, etc.) it’s important to consider the return on energy investment, i.e. how long will it take to recoup the investment and how much will this investment save in energy costs. One of the bes
When it comes to energy efficiency in commercial buildings, a common phrase used is “sealing the building envelope”–essentially minimizing the potential for energy loss from the building. Sealing the building envelope is important for two primary reasons: First, it
This month’s client spotlight is the Foley Federal Building in downtown Las Vegas. Through a thermal imaging study, Thermolite was able to illustrate to building management how much heat was able to enter the building through its inefficient windows. The photos below show temper
Temps are soaring all over the country right now, and hotel managers and owners are feeling the burn. Keeping rooms cool–especially those rooms that are vacant–is a cost many wish they could avoid. It’s considered one of the “costs of doing business” but