Wolgast Corporation
SEPTEMBER 12, 2022
Since the Michigan Energy Code (2015) was adopted in 2017 in Michigan, how far are our Commercial Building owners from achieving Net Zero Energy Building Ready? The federal government also requires new builds to have HVAC roof top units (RTUs) that meet a specific energy rating.
BD+C
MAY 4, 2018
In 2015, they broke ground on a 56,000-square-foot office building to accommodate an increasing number of customers and employees. Their HVAC system requirements included energy efficiency as well as high-quality comfort control.
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BD+C
OCTOBER 31, 2013
The 2015 International Energy Conservation Code includes better controls for lighting and daylighting, and new HVAC technology. It also requires that all air-cooled, direct expansion HVAC units (including variable refrigerant flow products) be equipped with a fault detection and diagnostics (FDD) reporting system.
Wolgast Corporation
JUNE 3, 2024
It’s good to be aware that some energy savings are now mandated by LARA in the State of Michigan when you build new or remodel (see our blog: Michigan Energy Code 2015 ). However, there are varying degrees ($$) of integration to include in your remodel plans that could save more money for your business in the long run.
Construction Specifier
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
Aging HVAC equipment: Many facilities, particularly K-12 schools, are struggling with outdated equipment that operates inefficiently. Buildings with high thermal mass can passively cool and heat interior spaces, reducing the strain on mechanical HVAC systems and, in turn, decreasing energy consumption (Figure 1, page 10).
Building Information Management
JULY 1, 2015
School of Sustainable Engineering and Built Environment Date: June 24, 2015. We are surveying vendors/buyers on their experience and opinion of the JOC system. Type of work performed (HVAC [1] , Electrical, etc.): Contractor Satisfaction with the JOC system: (1-5). Design Build.
Stok
AUGUST 28, 2019
Most high-performance building certifications and city codes use ASHRAE and ICC’s building codes to define energy performance requirements within their rating systems. Projects pursuing code compliance through the prescriptive method must document compliance of every energy system (envelope, lighting, HVAC, etc.)
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