Remove Building Optimization Remove Energy Efficiency Remove Environmental Impact Assessment Remove Quality Assurance
article thumbnail

Demystifying carbon offsets vs direct reductions

BDC Network

Demystifying carbon offsets vs direct reductions 0 qpurcell Fri, 03/29/2024 - 11:18 Sustainability Chris Forney, Principal, Brightworks Sustainability, and Rob Atkinson, Senior Project Manager, IA Interior Architects, share the misconceptions about carbon offsets and identify opportunities for realizing a carbon-neutral building portfolio.

article thumbnail

Why Pay Attention to HVAC Faults? System Performance Depends on It

The Pro Builder

But while the efficiency of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment has improved across the board, improper installation or commissioning can result in HVAC system faults that compromise HVAC performance and reduce energy efficiency. Department of Energy's (DOE) Building America program , points out.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Air barrier tie-ins: A critical element for successful air barrier application

Construction Specifier

By Iltaz Alam and Marysusan Couturier Photo ©Chris Boswell/Dreamstime.com Ensuring a building’s durability and energy efficiency hinges on a continuous air barrier throughout the building enclosure. Materials in contact with each other in the building enclosure must be compatible.

article thumbnail

Plumbing Revolution in Commercial Construction

CCR Magazine

The information here will help you go deeper into various aspects of expert plumbing, and how superior plumbing skills and innovation can transform the way modern buildings are constructed and maintained. They also continually monitor and upgrade these systems proactively through the building’s lifecycle. What is Expert Plumbing?

article thumbnail

The Complete Guide to Project Commissioning

Autodesk Construction Cloud

How to Increase Building Performance and Meet LEED Requirements. Owners and clients expect a seamless handover, which is the key to efficient facility management and operations. In construction, commissioning is the process of evaluating a building to be ready for service. In construction, last impressions matter.

article thumbnail

Read the Lates News on Economic Outlook, Glenigan’s December Construction Index, CIP to Build 1GWH BESS in Scotland, and Pre-tax Loss for Laing O’rourke is £288m

UK Construction Blog

The post Read the Lates News on Economic Outlook, Glenigan’s December Construction Index, CIP to Build 1GWH BESS in Scotland, and Pre-tax Loss for Laing O’rourke is £288m appeared first on UK Construction Blog. As for the future of the economy, will 2024 offer stability or further uncertainty for the building industry in the UK ?

article thumbnail

Timber Frame External Wall Construction Details UK: A Comprehensive Guide

UK Construction Blog

Stay with us as we unravel the complexities of this eco-friendly and energy-efficient construction method. Utilize breathable insulation materials to improve thermal performance, air quality and reduce energy costs. The panel studs are then insulated with a secondary layer of insulation.