In the developing industry of sustainable architecture, the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification stands as a benchmark of excellence. Developed by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), certification supports environmental integrity, enhanced energy efficiency, and sustainable building practices. A critical component of achieving LEED certification is building commissioning, ensuring that all building […]
In today’s day and age energy efficiency is often not just a goal, it is a critical necessity. With energy costs on the rise and environmental concerns at the forefront, industrial operators and developers are under pressure to optimize energy usage, reduce operating costs, and minimize their carbon footprint. Enhanced energy audits offer a powerful […]
The Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification is a universally recognized standard for sustainable building practices. Established by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), LEED certification advocates for environmental responsibility, energy efficiency, and sustainable building design. For existing buildings, LEED certification is directly corelated with retrocommissioning, a process aimed at improving the performance […]
Maximizing return on investment (ROI) is a top priority for building owners, facility managers, and stakeholders, especially when it comes to optimizing performance and energy efficiency. One often overlooked yet highly effective strategy for achieving significant ROI is envelope testing. The building envelope is the physical barrier between the interior and exterior environments. By evaluating […]
The Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification, is a globally recognized sustainable building practice standard, developed by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC). It is essential in new building construction for promoting environmental responsibility, enhancing energy efficiency, and improving overall building performance. A significant component of LEED certification is building commissioning, which ensures […]
Thermal bridging occurs when heat transfers more willingly through certain parts of a building envelope, creating “bridges” that bypass insulation and minimize the overall thermal performance of the structure. These bridges can lead to increased energy consumption, increased costs of heating and cooling, in addition to discomfort for building occupants. This blog will explore how […]
A building envelope is the physical barrier between the conditioned interior of a building and the external environment. This includes the walls, roof, foundation, windows, and doors of a building. A high-performing building envelope is essential for achieving energy efficiency, which is a critical component in sustainable building design and operation. This blog will explore […]
An air barrier system is fundamental in modern building construction to control airflow between the interior and exterior environments. Properly designed, installed, and tested air barriers significantly enhance the energy efficiency, indoor air quality, and overall performance of a building. This blog post will articulate the best practices for air barrier systems within building envelopes, […]
In today’s world, people spend a significant portion of their time indoors, the comfort and well-being of occupants has become a paramount consideration in building design and operation. Poor indoor air quality, inadequate temperature control, and other comfort-related issues can have a significant impact on occupant health, satisfaction, and even productivity. Fortunately, existing building commissioning […]
As the emphasis for sustainability and energy efficiency continues to expand, retrofitting building envelopes in existing buildings and structures has become increasingly more important.Retrofitting involves upgrading several different key components of a building’s exterior to improve the energy efficiency, indoor occupant comfort, and overall performance of the building. Today we will dive into the primary […]
Technical Marketing Engineer Matt has a well-rounded background in project planning to help building owners find cost-saving measures while making sure their building systems perform according to their needs. Matt also works collaboratively with local utility providers to help identify incentives for clients who need assistance pursuing energy efficiency within their buildings.
