Category: Building Commissioning

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 […]

In a time where sustainability and energy efficiency are paramount, businesses and organizations are increasingly turning to enhanced energy audits as a strategic tool for identifying opportunities to reduce energy consumption, lower operating costs, and minimize their overall environmental impact. Traditional energy audits provide a basic overview of energy usage and potential savings opportunities. Enhanced […]

In the pursuit of sustainability and energy efficiency, existing buildings present a wealth of untapped potential. While new constructions often garner attention for their innovative technologies and green design features, retrofitting existing buildings can yield significant benefits for energy savings, occupant comfort, and environmental impact. One of the most effective strategies for optimizing the performance […]

Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification stands as a beacon of excellence for sustainable building design and construction. Commissioning plays a key role in achieving LEED certification, ensuring that building systems operate efficiently and effectively to meet performance goals. While both Fundamental Commissioning (FCx) and Enhanced Commissioning (ECx) are integral components of the […]

In an age marked by increasingly frequent and severe climate events, resilient building design has emerged as a crucial strategy for mitigating risk and ensuring the long-term viability of structures. At the heart of resilient building design lies the building envelope. This is the physical barrier between the interior and exterior environments. Envelope testing plays […]

Building commissioning is a crucial process that ensures building systems operate efficiently, reliably, and sustainably. While some may view commissioning as an additional cost, it offers substantial returns on investment (ROI) and long-term value for building owners. Today we will be diving into the business case for building commissioning, exploring how it delivers tangible benefits, […]