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The Complete Guide to Project Commissioning

Autodesk Construction Cloud

The main driving force behind a successful project is improved commissioning—and that’s what you’ll learn about below. . Why is Project Commissioning Important? Project commissioning, also referred to as Cx, is a series of milestones that includes the testing of systems, materials, and staff who will be operating the systems.

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ASHRAE certifications recognized by DOE as meeting Better Buildings Workforce Guidelines

BD+C

Two ASHRAE certification programs, the Building Commissioning Professional (BCxP) and Building Energy Assessment Professional (BEAP), have been recognized by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) as meeting the Better Buildings Workforce Guidelines.

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Energy Efficient Commercial Building Tax Deduction 179D: What Owners Need to Know

Stok

There are specific modeling guidelines that need to be followed and the model must include as-built conditions. if applicable) #4: Certification. Before a taxpayer can claim the deduction , they must obtain a certification for the 179D Report. The applicable ASHRAE 90.1 2: Inspection. Reach out to discuss your project.

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FTC Releases Revised Green Guides

Best Practices Construction Law

After nearly five years of deliberations, the Federal Trade Commission has released its revised " Green Guides ," which are aimed at environmental marketing claims. The guidelines were first introduced in 1992 and updated in 1996 and 1998. The Green Guides are not agency rules or regulations.

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2015 Healthcare Construction – Construction Contractor Compliance

Building Information Management

Do the contractors and staff working in your healthcare facilities have their necessary training certificates for compliance? Protection Affordable Care Act) as mandated by TJC (The Joint Commission) and CMS (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services). Caution: The Training Requirements are Constantly Changing! Pathogen Training.

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2015 Healthcare Construction – Construction Contractor Compliance

Building Information Management

Do the contractors and staff working in your healthcare facilities have their necessary training certificates for compliance? Protection Affordable Care Act) as mandated by TJC (The Joint Commission) and CMS (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services). Caution: The Training Requirements are Constantly Changing! Pathogen Training.

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Homes LEEDing the Way to Sustainability and Resiliency

Pro Builder

The design had to appear organic and natural on the site, satisfy the town’s Historical Commission guidelines, be beautiful and high quality, and meet the lifestyle expectations of contemporary families. Green Phoenix Development reused most of the existing structure while expanding it harmoniously in a New England vernacular style.