With the development of software programs like DOE-2 and EnergyPlus, it's never been easier for Building Teams to evaluate potential energy saving measures for a building project. However, preparing ...

The first article of this series discussed the problems with excessive air leakage, detrimental air leakage paths through the enclosure, and pressurization for certain building types and environments.

It has long been understood that to design energy-efficient projects that meet high-performance building goals, it is important to integrate energy analysis early in the design process. Too often, ...

Client provides energy bills and base data on building and equipment at least two weeks prior to site visit. UD-BEC team analyzes data prior to site visit. UD-BEC team visits the site for one or two ...

Smart building control has emerged as a critical enabler of energy efficiency, occupant comfort, and sustainable urban development. Advances in sensing ...

ATLANTA — ASHRAE has announced a call for abstracts for the 2020 Building Performance Analysis Conference and SimBuild, to be held Aug. 12-14, 2020, at the Westin River North in Chicago. Co-organized ...

Discover the latest press releases from Verdafero, Inc. with the Portland Business Journal's BizSpotlight ...

Radiant ceiling and floor systems are increasingly recognized as key technologies for building decarbonization and energy reduction. By using large surface areas for heat exchange ...

Researchers have developed a new way to transform food waste into high-performance materials that can store and regulate heat ...