by VCA-Admin001a | Nov 23, 2020 | Community
Zero Energy. Zero Carbon. Zero Waste. Commitments to “Zero” are proliferating globally. These certifications are urging developers and building operators to achieve ultimate levels of efficiency. Maintaining healthy budgets and driving profitability keeps buildings...
by VCA-Admin001a | Nov 9, 2020 | Community
Construction delays can cause a significant increase on spending and have a great impact on returns. The most important factors causing delays are design changes, inadequate field installation, lack of planning, and poor familiarity with testing requirements. HERS...
by VCA-Admin001a | Sep 17, 2020 | Community
In green building, the “triple bottom line” is regularly emphasized due to positive impacts on a project’s systems and operations. The triple bottom line considers the measurable effects on building sustainability, overall planetary health, and return on investment...
by VCA-Admin001a | Jul 30, 2020 | Community
COVID-19 has triggered building owners and managers to focus intently upon Indoor air quality. How safe is your building? What assurances can you provide to occupants or future occupants that spaces are safe? The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and...
by VCA-Admin001a | Jul 23, 2020 | Community
Last week’s post touched on LEED Enhanced Commissioning, a warranty-focused retesting of the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing equipment previously commissioned during construction. While this is a credit that can be taken to achieve LEED certification,...
