by VCA-Admin001a | May 29, 2020 | Community
Implementing energy efficiency strategies doesn’t just benefit the Earth: it also benefits your pockets. Buildings utilize 70% of the electricity generated in the U.S. and emit over one-third of carbon emissions, which is more than any sector of the economy. Many...
by VCA-Admin001a | May 22, 2020 | Community
Incorporating green building standards into the design process can help deliver 20% to 35% savings in energy costs, maximize the efficacy of plumbing systems, and improve long term durability. There are many ways developers can enhance projects by utilizing LEED or...
by VCA-Admin001a | Apr 16, 2020 | Community
The building industry is shifting away from traditional methods of construction and towards resiliency by designing for net zero, which ultimately results in lowered operation costs and reductions in a building’s environmental footprint. In 2018, the United States...
by VCA-Admin001a | Apr 9, 2020 | Case Study, Resources
With an emphasis on resort-style living and sustainability, Luce Apartments offers the opportunity to indulge in a sophisticated lifestyle that is environmentally responsible. When developing the Luce Apartments, developer Monogram Residential sought to deliver...
by VCA-Admin001a | Jan 9, 2020 | Community
For high-rise residential projects, Quality Insulation Installation (QII) is not required, but if your project is low-rise and/or attempting to meet LEED for Homes prerequisites, you may not be meeting the requirements of the California Energy Code, Residential...
