ISO 19869:2019—Clean Cookstoves
At the intersection of health, environment, and poverty alleviation—especially in low- and middle-income countries—clean cookstoves offer a key solution. Their promotion is directly linked to…
ANSI/ASHRAE/IES Standard 100-2024: Energy Efficiency in Existing Buildings
The American National Standard for energy efficiency in existing buildings, ANSI/ASHRAE/IES Standard 100, has been revised. New buildings continuously emerge. New indoor environments are introduced…
ANSI RICOO1.2-2021: Process of Remanufacturing
The output of remanufacturing in the United States is worth $75 billion, providing 180,000 full-time jobs. Additionally, over 85% of the raw materials used to manufacture…
ANSI C78.377-2024: Solid-State Lighting Products
Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs) are increasingly being introduced into the lighting market; as such, solid state lighting (SSL) is becoming the norm, largely due its…
How Refrigeration Standards Impact Restaurant Efficiency And Sustainability
Refrigeration is a cornerstone of the restaurant industry. It keeps food safe, maintains high-quality products and ultimately helps operations run smoothly. Of course, following strict…
ANSI/IES LP-9-20: Commercial And Industrial Facilities
The average American spends as much as 90% of their time inside—mostly at work. As such, ensuring that buildings are healthy is critical for the well-being…
ANSI/ASHRAE 193-2010 (R2024): HVAC Equipment Airtightness
An airtight building envelope and HVAC ducts result in a more precise ventilation system that can provide the correct amount of fresh air. When there…
ANSI Z21.84-2017: Solid-Fuel Burning Fireplaces
During the winter, is it a good idea to use gas fireplaces for residential heating? When properly configured and maintained, gas fireplaces provide efficient and an…
ANSI Z21.5.2-2016/CSA 7.2-2016: Gas Clothes Dryers
A hand-cranked clothes dryer was created in 1800 by French inventor M. Pochon. Essentially a metal drum with holes, clothing was placed inside the drum…