by Admin | Jan 20, 2023 | Community
The terms “blower door,” “envelope leakage” and “air sealing” all describe the most useful building durability performance tests an owner or builder can utilize. A HERS blower door field verification measures the total volume of air that is replaced in a space...
by Admin | Mar 10, 2022 | Community
With a new code cycle around the corner, it’s worth looking into some surprises that await us before the rubber hits the road. The 2022 California Energy Code (Takes effect January 1, 2023) contains several significant changes worth considering as early in the project...
by Admin | Feb 4, 2022 | Resources
GreenPoint Rated (GPR), a California based third-party rating system, provides a framework for healthier and more energy efficient homes. The rating system is administered by Build It Green, a nonprofit organization that aims to deliver a practical path for more...
by Admin | Mar 4, 2021 | Community
Are code-mandated zero carbon emissions in the future for California? There are many factors that are pushing buildings in that direction. The Building Energy Efficiency Standards (BEES) are requiring higher levels of energy efficiency with every code cycle....
by Admin | Feb 5, 2021 | Community
In the past, the City of Los Angeles and the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) have partnered with utility providers to create financial incentives for new developments to reach beyond standard sustainable code measures. Now, LADWP is launching their...
