Building owners, investors, and managers are increasingly aware of and concerned about energy consumption, green building technology, and sustainability. Criterium Engineers stands ready to assist with services to promote and facilitate energy and sustainability projects.
Some of the energy and sustainability services we offer include:
LEED Design and Certification
Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) is a comprehensive approach to designing and operating green buildings. A key component is energy conservation. However, LEED also considers the impact of water consumption and re-use, transportation, indoor air quality, and related systems. With many LEED Accredited Professionals (LEED AP), Criterium Engineers can assist with the design and certification of new and existing buildings.
Energy Star Rating
The U.S. Department of Energy created Energy Star ratings to promote energy efficiency in products and buildings. To receive an Energy Star rating, a building must be in the top 25th percentile when benchmarked against similar buildings. Therefore, a licensed Professional Engineer is required to certify a building’s operation against the referenced benchmark. Obtaining an Energy Star rating emphasizes building owners’ commitment to energy and sustainability initiatives.
Blower Door Test
Criterium Engineers is qualified and experienced in performing other types of evaluations to attain increased energy efficiency in your homes or buildings. A blower door test with an infrared camera inspection investigates where infiltration is causing unnecessary loads on the heating/cooling system. Infiltration can cause both higher heating/cooling costs while also promoting condensation problems in cavities. Leading to water damage and mold growth.
Retro HVAC Commissioning
HVAC design is very dependent upon the usage and age of a building. Therefore, occasionally, when buildings are re-purposed or have had some HVAC modifications and add-ons, the system doesn’t operate as efficiently as possible. Retro-commissioning evaluates the current use and equipment location and controls to test the heating/cooling system, ensuring older systems are still operating to their expected capacity and providing occupants with a comfortable environment. Many of these small operations and controls improvements cost very little but make a significant difference in operating costs and occupant comfort.
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