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Net-Zero Buildings: A Federal Mandate
An intro to net-zero building practices stemming from U.S. Federal Government mandate. Review the Green Building Initiative (GBI) Guiding Principles compliance requirements […]
Insulation Energy Savings: Key Issues and Performance Factors
As codes tighten and energy costs skyrocket, there is significant and renewed interest in energy performance of buildings.
The Efficiency-Resilience Nexus Factsheet
This fact sheet outlines the importance of resilience for building owners, operators, and occupants, and the role that energy efficiency and onsite […]
Decision Tree for RTU Replacements or Retrofits
This decision tree guides the reader through the challenging task of determining how to manage existing rooftop units with easy to follow […]
ENERGY Cost Savings for Facilities
Energy management is an integral part of the day-to-day operations for facility managers and property owners. Rising energy costs and increasing interest […]
Play the Energy Efficiency Retrofit Game
FMs navigate the complicated process of evaluating energy efficiency and assessing retrofitting options in commercial buildings. This case study demonstrates a staged […]
Case Study: Do Green Buildings Perform as Designed?
This case study seeks to determine if the green technologies used within a LEED-certified building are performing as designed, assessing the operational […]
Smarter Buildings Through Integrating Facility Management
Learn how to use an integrated facility management program to understand the facility infrastructure, define objectives, develop a plan that is informed […]
Sustainability How-To Guide: EPA ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager
This guide explains energy terminology, how to use Portfolio Manager and generate an ENERGY STAR® score. The resource also helps readers evaluate […]
Preparing a Facility for Winter
FMs are provided checklists for properly managing and maintaining their cooling and heating systems in order to ensure efficient operations, tenant comfort, […]