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Photovoltaic Panels + Storage Provide Resiliency and Contribute to LEED Point Potentials

Photovoltaic Panels + Storage Provide Resiliency and Contribute to LEED Point Potentials

by Admin | Mar 25, 2021 | Community

Energy storage systems can support sustainability initiatives and provide energy cost reduction and resiliency solutions. Particular benefits include: providing a source of backup power; peak shaving and load shifting for participation in incentivized utility...
Simplifying Title 24: The Importance of Experienced Energy Efficiency Consultants

Simplifying Title 24: The Importance of Experienced Energy Efficiency Consultants

by Admin | Mar 11, 2021 | Community

When discussing energy efficiency, it is critical to remember the reasoning behind a “greener” build. Sustainability is the goal of all buildings, but more importantly, green sustainability eliminates unwanted costs and unnecessary maintenance down the road for future...
2022 Zero Code: A Roadmap for Buildings with Net Zero Emissions in California

2022 Zero Code: A Roadmap for Buildings with Net Zero Emissions in California

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....
Zero By Design: LADWP Launches Their New Construction Incentive Program

Zero By Design: LADWP Launches Their New Construction Incentive Program

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...
The Debate on All-Electric New Buildings Escalates as the CEC Weighs Changes to Energy Efficiency Standards

The Debate on All-Electric New Buildings Escalates as the CEC Weighs Changes to Energy Efficiency Standards

by Admin | Jan 8, 2021 | Community

The time is approaching when the State of California will decide whether to enact new standards ending the use of natural gas in some or all new buildings. On December 9, 2020, the California Energy Commission held a workshop discussing potential updates to Title 24...
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