Understanding Mechanical Acceptance Testing

Understanding Mechanical Acceptance Testing

For property developers, architects, mechanical subcontractors, and general contractors, mechanical acceptance testing (MAT) should now be on your radar. MAT applies to almost all new and modified mechanical systems, regardless of their size or capacity. For example,...
Energy Benchmarking: State, Local & LEED Requirements

Energy Benchmarking: State, Local & LEED Requirements

As part of the movement toward electrification and decarbonization, taking inventory of the energy consumed in the built environment is a necessity. To organize all that data, states and local jurisdictions have implemented energy benchmarking requirements for certain...
2022 Denver Green and Energy Code Updates Are Here

2022 Denver Green and Energy Code Updates Are Here

As of May 1st, all new projects submitted to plan check in Denver, Colorado, for the first time are subject to the 2022 Denver green and energy codes. Here are some key points to remember: Denver Green Code Applies to all new construction projects and the below types...
Persistence of Energy Savings after an Energy Assessment

Persistence of Energy Savings after an Energy Assessment

A third party Energy Assessment for an existing building is a proven method to identify and implement Energy Conservation Measures (ECM’s) to effectively reduce energy consumption and costs. An Energy Assessment conducted by VCA Green for Shift Apartments located in...