Green Building and Energy Efficiency News
Measures of efficiency
Building systems data can be used to manage equipment operations and determine how to run the building more efficiently. » more
Achieving optimal fan performance
Improper fan design can waste energy, produce excessive noise, and lead to increased system downtime. Design correctly–the first time around. » more
Unleash communications from their e-mail chains
Communicating is key to an engineer’s job, and it is our professional responsibility to do it well—and correctly. » more
Harnessing the renewable powers that be
Understanding the pros and cons of generating and selling green power enables engineers to make better renewable energy choices. » more
Design approaches for integrated systems
Successful design and specification of integrated systems requires knowing the goals, selecting the correct approach, creating a defined design and specification, and working with experienced... » more
Market for energy efficiency in buildings to surpass $100 billion by 2017
A report by Pike Research predicts that the market for energy efficiency in buildings will pass $100 billion by 2017, an increase of more than 50% from the current market value of $67.9 billion in... » more
H+A Architects and Engineer names certified energy manager
Stefana Petrova-Bowens, PE, was named to the position by H+A Architects and Engineers. » more
Engineering standby power systems
Standby systems design requires focusing on electrical protection to ensure safe, reliable operation and the physical protection of standby system equipment and distribution from natural catastrophes... » more
Implementing variable refrigerant flow systems
Several challenges and opportunities face HVAC engineers when implementing variable refrigerant flow (VRF) systems. » more
Performance art
Performing arts centers and museums play host to a wide range of virtuoso concerts, exhibits by master artists, and other special events. It stands to reason, then, that such structures require... » more
Engineer climbs to new heights
Sunondo Roy, the vice president for CCJM Engineers, talks about his past experiences as a multidisciplinary engineer and how these experiences have shaped him. » more
Rainwater harvesting system design
Collecting, filtering, and reusing rainwater is an expensive concept and lengthy process, but can benefit a facility with a reasonable return on investment. » more
Natural ventilation: Who, what, when, where, why, and how
What you need to know when considering natural ventilation or a mixed-mode scheme, specifically with regard to the use of climate data in the evaluation of natural conditioning potential by season... » more
LFI 2012 Conference announced
The May 2012 Lightfair conference in Las Vegas is scheduled to cover critical industry topics as well as provide workshops for daylighting. » more
Commissioning hospital electrical systems
Electrical systems in today’s hospitals should be commissioned as an integral part of every healthcare engineering project. » more
Building better professional relationships
Learn to communicate in a professional manner, while building strong relationships. » more
Measures of efficiencyBuilding systems data can be used to manage equipment operations and determine how to run the building more efficiently. » more
Achieving optimal fan performanceImproper fan design can waste energy, produce excessive noise, and lead to increased system downtime. Design correctly–the first time around. » more
DOE releases new version of energy modeling software
EnergyPlus v7.0 is designed to be 25% to 40% faster in calculating the energy required to heat, cool, and light a building. » more
EnergyPlus v7.0 is designed to be 25% to 40% faster in calculating the energy required to heat, cool, and light a building. » more
Unleash communications from their e-mail chainsCommunicating is key to an engineer’s job, and it is our professional responsibility to do it well—and correctly. » more
Harnessing the renewable powers that beUnderstanding the pros and cons of generating and selling green power enables engineers to make better renewable energy choices. » more
Design approaches for integrated systemsSuccessful design and specification of integrated systems requires knowing the goals, selecting the correct approach, creating a defined design and specification, and working with experienced... » more
Presenters sought for Energy Modeling Conference
ASHRAE's Energy Modeling Conference - Tools for Designing High Performance Buildings is designed to guide building design professionals on what does and doesn't work when using currently available... » more
ASHRAE's Energy Modeling Conference - Tools for Designing High Performance Buildings is designed to guide building design professionals on what does and doesn't work when using currently available... » more
Market for energy efficiency in buildings to surpass $100 billion by 2017A report by Pike Research predicts that the market for energy efficiency in buildings will pass $100 billion by 2017, an increase of more than 50% from the current market value of $67.9 billion in... » more
ASHRAE provides guidance on energy audits
ASHRAE's second edition of Procedures for Commercial Building Energy Audits provides advice for engineers, energy auditors, building owners, managers, and government entities. » more
ASHRAE's second edition of Procedures for Commercial Building Energy Audits provides advice for engineers, energy auditors, building owners, managers, and government entities. » more
U.S. to invest $4 billion in energy upgrades
Federal and private sector energy upgrades will be given out over the next two years to pay for up-front costs as the President continues the initiative for greener buildings. » more
Federal and private sector energy upgrades will be given out over the next two years to pay for up-front costs as the President continues the initiative for greener buildings. » more
H+A Architects and Engineer names certified energy managerStefana Petrova-Bowens, PE, was named to the position by H+A Architects and Engineers. » more
Engineering standby power systemsStandby systems design requires focusing on electrical protection to ensure safe, reliable operation and the physical protection of standby system equipment and distribution from natural catastrophes... » more
Implementing variable refrigerant flow systemsSeveral challenges and opportunities face HVAC engineers when implementing variable refrigerant flow (VRF) systems. » more
Performance artPerforming arts centers and museums play host to a wide range of virtuoso concerts, exhibits by master artists, and other special events. It stands to reason, then, that such structures require... » more
Engineer climbs to new heightsSunondo Roy, the vice president for CCJM Engineers, talks about his past experiences as a multidisciplinary engineer and how these experiences have shaped him. » more
Fine-tuning a career
No matter what point we’re at in our personal lives or professional careers, we never stop learning. » more
No matter what point we’re at in our personal lives or professional careers, we never stop learning. » more
Rainwater harvesting system designCollecting, filtering, and reusing rainwater is an expensive concept and lengthy process, but can benefit a facility with a reasonable return on investment. » more
Natural ventilation: Who, what, when, where, why, and howWhat you need to know when considering natural ventilation or a mixed-mode scheme, specifically with regard to the use of climate data in the evaluation of natural conditioning potential by season... » more
LFI 2012 Conference announcedThe May 2012 Lightfair conference in Las Vegas is scheduled to cover critical industry topics as well as provide workshops for daylighting. » more
Updating HVAC standards
Staying informed on codes and standards is imperative to keep your knowledge current—from ASHRAE to USGBC. » more
Staying informed on codes and standards is imperative to keep your knowledge current—from ASHRAE to USGBC. » more
Commissioning hospital electrical systemsElectrical systems in today’s hospitals should be commissioned as an integral part of every healthcare engineering project. » more
Building better professional relationshipsLearn to communicate in a professional manner, while building strong relationships. » more
Nonresidential Construction Index fourth quarter index drops
Concerns about the economic problems in Europe as well as political infighting in Washington drops the Nonresidential Construction Index from 52.4 to 50.3 for the fourth quarter. » more
Concerns about the economic problems in Europe as well as political infighting in Washington drops the Nonresidential Construction Index from 52.4 to 50.3 for the fourth quarter. » more
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