by VCA-Admin001a | Oct 22, 2020 | Community
Demand Response Programs are available throughout California allowing utilities to work with customers to reduce their electricity demand during certain hours or events. Signals are sent to customers to remotely reduce energy consumption. These programs also give...
by VCA-Admin001a | Oct 15, 2020 | Community
Since the 2019 California Building Code update in January, 2020, several jurisdictions throughout California have adopted local reach codes to push the boundaries on sustainable buildings and design. Knowing whether a jurisdiction has a reach code in place could help...
by VCA-Admin001a | Oct 8, 2020 | Community
Ensuring the upkeep of our building systems has come to the forefront of our attention as the world continues to adjust to life during the COVID-19 pandemic. What can building owners and managers do at a systems and operations level to ensure the safety of building...
by VCA-Admin001a | Oct 1, 2020 | Community
In the sustainable building industry today, decarbonization is the hot topic. But what does this mean for the future of our buildings? Decarbonization is directly related to the science of global warming. The discussion includes both embodied carbon and operational...
by VCA-Admin001a | Sep 29, 2020 | Community
Occupant comfort and return on investment can be delivered by focusing on a better designed building envelope. One practice in particular provides significant building energy savings and durability while also improving occupant health and wellness. It’s called Quality...
