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Love to see this detailed, actionable guide on electrifying and decarbonizing commercial buildings from #doe and #guidehouseexperts. It's relevant to private and public sector entities, including the recent #GGRF winners for #ncif and #ccia

Decarbonizing single-family and low-rise multi-family buildings can look simple compared with the challenges for large commercial and multi-family buildings with older steam or hydronic boiler systems. The US Dept of Energy recently published a “Guidance Document on Space Heating Electrification for Large Commercial Buildings with Boilers” to help building owners and operators begin the process of evaluating the feasibility of a potential electrification retrofit with their facilities and design teams. Guidehouse developed this easy-to-read resource with input from over a dozen leading architects, design engineers, researchers, and other industry experts. If you know of any other large existing buildings with boilers who have achieved deep decarbonization, reach out and we can continue to capture case studies. ? https://lnkd.in/gnjZWj6Q

SHGC and Cooler Climates in Australia: Zones 6, 7, and 8 Victoria, ACT, Tasmania, Southern NSW, and WA. Our expert resident engineers are frequently puzzled by the inconsistencies in energy assessments within Australia and how they are determined. Often, areas like Canberra receive recommendations for SHGC values at 0.2-0.35, contrary to the higher values recommended by 'The Australian Glass and Window Association,' which would improve energy efficiency. High SHGC windows allow more solar radiation to pass through, providing free solar heating for homes and other buildings. So, our challenge to all assessors and architects out there is to explain why this occurs. How can we reconcile these SHGC recommendations with the goal of improving energy efficiency in cooler climates? Could you shed light on the underlying factors that might influence these assessments? #architecture #commercialbuilding #construction #commercialdevelopers #doors #energyefficiency #architecture #doubleglazing #windows #builders #realestate

Buro Happold secures key role on national heat decarbonisation framework Engineering, design, and advisory practice, Buro Happold, has been awarded a leading place on the National Heat Network Zoning Programme to provide National Zoning Methodology, Commercial, Technical and Project Management Support to the UK Government Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ). From 2025 national Heat Network Zoning policy will come into force which will seek to decarbonise heat through zoning and scheme development across England and Wales. Government expects heat networks and heat pumps to be the preferred means of decarbonising heat from buildings. Almost 3% of the UK’s heat demand is currently met through heat networks. By 2050, this number is expected to reach 20%. Under heat network zoning, areas will be identified where heat networks are expected to provide the lowest-cost, low carbon heating. This should also provide developers and investors with more certainty about the number of likely connections to networks to help unlock the billions of pounds of investment needed to build them. Alasdair Young, Partner and Global Energy Lead said:?“We are delighted to be supporting the Department with this important transformation of our energy infrastructure. Place based decarbonisation is key to reducing emissions and improving our energy security. Our energy specialists have been developing city and town-scale networks which capture waste heat recycling it to heat homes, schools, hospitals, and offices. https://lnkd.in/eFQHDQBH

Vigil & Associates renovated the 78,000 sf Aspen Elementary School for Los Alamos Public Schools using sustainable best practices. The new classroom wing was designed utilizing passive solar design strategies maximized through the use of white box energy modeling in-house. The building was oriented and the typical section was designed such that daylighting was maximized and tuned via fenestration / overhangs / high performance glazing for the specific Los Alamos climate. This was considered in conjunction with providing ample daylighting for student and teacher performance and views of the surrounding Los Alamos community and surroundings. Through energy modeling, careful attention was paid to fine tuning the building envelope to determine the maximum benefit of various assemblies such as high(er) performance glazing vs additional wall insulation, alternate materials, and the effect of borrowed daylighting. Initial energy modeling outputs predicted an energy star score of 89. At the end of the design, this was increased to 91 via the MEP Trane Trace model performed for the design.?The passive solar heating of the space reduced energy consumption of the building by 35%. ?#ThrowbackThursday?#VA_Architects??#LasAlamosPublicSchools?#LAPS

Project Throwback: University of Florida Otis Hawkins Center This 35,000 SF renovation and 45,000 SF addition to the Farrior Hall Building transformed the space into a versatile and energy-efficient learning hub. Featuring a range of study spaces, innovative HVAC and electrical systems, and a focus on sustainability, the Otis Hawkins Center is designed with both function and environmental impact in mind. This project highlights our commitment to engineering excellence and LEED certification, from commissioning systems to advanced energy management. Learn more about this project by visiting: https://lnkd.in/eNtcthuN? #ProjectThrowback #UF #LEEDGold #SustainableDesign #EngineeringExcellence #CampusDevelopment #H2EYOURFIRSTCHOICE #H2Engineering #H2EngineeringLife #EngineersYouCountOn #Engineers #Engineering #Designers #MEPEngineering #FloridaEngineering #FloridaMEPFEngineers

?? Project Showcase: Dynamic Thermal Modelling for Retrofit ?? We’re excited to share a recent project we delivered at Meadows and Ross, contributing to the sustainable retrofit of an existing building in London! ?? Our team was tasked with performing dynamic thermal modelling of the Gateway House building, providing critical insights to support the retrofit process. We began by creating a detailed baseline thermal model to accurately reflect the existing asset. From there, we simulated a range of secondary glazing improvement measures to assess their impact. ?? Our client was particularly focused on understanding how these improvements would influence their Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating, as well as the heating and cooling loads. This detailed analysis provided them with high levels of confidence during the investment decision-making process, ensuring they could make informed choices. ??At Meadows and Ross, we’re proud to deliver solutions that not only enhance building performance but also support our clients in achieving their sustainability goals. #Retrofit #ThermalModelling #EPC #EnergyEfficiency #Sustainability #BuildingPerformance #LondonProjects

This is a Mandatory Topic of ARB NSW ! The National Construction Code (NCC) 2022 was introduced progressively starting from 1 May 2023. The document underwent significant changes to its layout and clause numbering system to improve machine readability. #InHouseGroup3 #YourCPDprovider #ArchitectsAustralia #BuildingDesigners #Builders #JensenHughesAustralia

Breaking Down the R-19 Thermal Tstud: A Game-Changer in Energy-Efficient Construction https://lnkd.in/eqB7NN7H In offsite construction industry, innovations that combine sustainability, efficiency, and practicality are highly sought after. One such breakthrough is the R-19 Thermal Tstud, an advanced framing solution designed to address the critical issue of thermal bridging. With its unique design and impressive insulation properties, the Tstud is transforming the way builders approach energy-efficient construction. By offering superior thermal resistance, structural integrity, and environmental sustainability, the R-19 Thermal Tstud stands out as a key player in modern building practices. Whether used in residential homes, commercial projects, or Passive House designs, this product not only meets but exceeds the demands of today’s energy-conscious builders and developers. #offsite #insulation #energysavings Craig Landri Jim Gabriel The Honourable Richard Evans ???? Brian Iverson

After attending my 5th Greenbuild last week, I'm truly enjoying everyone's takeaways from the conference; seeing such a vibrant exchange of knowledge is inspiring. It's also essential that we continue these conversations and apply these insights meaningfully in our regions, and this is where the work of the USGBC California Green Building Design and Engineering (GBD&E) Committee continues! Payal Vora MBA, LEED AP, and I are thrilled to welcome GBD&E community member Anthony Rowen, who will present on the ABCs: Application, Best Practices and Conservation for Cooling Tower Sustainability at our upcoming session on Wednesday 27th November, at noon. Cooling towers are a critical component of sustainable building design and operation, especially in California, where water efficiency is paramount. While cooling towers are effective for energy efficiency, they can account for a significant portion of a commercial building's water use. In a drought-prone state like ours, improving cooling tower efficiency presents a significant opportunity to conserve water and reduce operational costs. Whether you're: An Architectural designer eager to explore the engineering aspects of construction (or preparing for your AREs), A new professional looking to expand your knowledge of HVAC systems, A seasoned expert keen to discuss recent trends, Or a LEED consultant wanting to stay updated on evolving LEED v5 and water efficiency requirements, … this session will offer valuable insights into optimizing cooling tower performance for a more sustainable future. RSVP here to join us ( https://lnkd.in/emBb3hJV ) for this engaging conversation as we explore how thoughtful design and operation can address the critical challenges of water usage in our buildings. About the Speaker: Anthony Rowen is the COO and Director of Engineering at Capture H2O, a water conservation firm specializing in sustainable solutions for cooling tower systems.?He will share insights on how cooling tower systems work, approaches to cooling water treatment, and how to improve the sustainability—and gain associated LEED points—of these systems. ? Before Capture H2O, Anthony came from an engineering consulting background, supporting technical projects for the federal government?and power generation sectors, specifically nuclear energy.?Anthony is a Mechanical Engineering graduate of Virginia Tech with a focus in Green Engineering.