Intelligent Buildings

How low-voltage electrical and communications devices are pairing with information technology infrastructure to create smart building networks.
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10 Big-Money Construction Projects for 2023

Feb. 10, 2023
Even in what could be a down year for the construction market, there’s still a surprising number of billion-dollar projects underway or on the drawing boards.
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In commercial spaces, smart lighting control can facilitate energy savings and enhance comfort.

Smart Lighting Opportunities for Electrical Contractors

Sept. 13, 2023
Five top tips to get you started on increasing revenue and bringing value to customers with smart lighting
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ACEEE Awarded $9.6 Million to Lead National Effort to Update Building Energy Codes

July 18, 2023
With $9.6 million in funding over five years from the Department of Energy, ACEEE will establish the National Energy Codes Collaborative.
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Low-Voltage Lighting in Smart Buildings

July 11, 2023
Demand is booming for networked lighting, low-voltage, and other smart home technologies. So why aren’t more electrical contractors seizing the opportunity?
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Welcome to Inaugural Issue of EV Infrastructure

July 3, 2023
As previously announced, we have ceased production of Electrical Wholesaling's G-Biz email newsletter. As a replacement, we are launching EV Infrastructure, which will track the...
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LA Becomes Largest California City to Electrify New Buildings

Dec. 15, 2022
New ordinance requires that all new buildings within city limits be constructed all-electric
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Homes Helping the Grid

May 19, 2022
Homes fitted with new technology may reduce costs and carbon.
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How to Design and Install Smart Building Power Solutions

May 6, 2022
Tips for keeping all parties' needs and perspectives in mind
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When you consider every 24 hours another 10,000 Americans turn 65, it's easy to see there are significant opportunities for electrical contractors in the smart homes for seniors market.

The Golden Age of Electrical

April 27, 2022
Baby Boomers make up 28% of the U.S. population. As they retire en masse, they’re spurring a healthy market for electrical upgrades and technological amenities in their homes ...