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EBCx process flowchart [infographic]

Existing Building Commissioning (EBCx) is a systematic process for identifying less-than-optimal performance in your facility’s equipment, lighting and control systems and making the necessary adjustments. EBCx projects can improve your facility’s work environment and extend the service life of your equipment. (more…)

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Vermont becomes first state to pursue Energy Star certification for all schools

Across the board, Americans are distressingly uneconomical with energy usage. According to the EPA, 30 percent of energy consumed in commercial and industrial buildings is wasted. On top of that, a simple 10 percent reduction can be achieved with little or no cost. (more…)

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Demand for existing building commissioning continues to grow

Recent reports and surveys have revealed that the demand for Existing Building Commissioning (EBCx) is continuing to grow among building owners and tenants. Previously, many building owners and tenants have failed to understand the benefits of EBCx / Retro-Commissioning, but the drive to earn and save money and also meet…

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Energy Star is for buildings, too!

We’ve all seen the Energy Star logos on the appliances and home products we’ve purchased in recent years. Everything from washers and dryers to televisions and printers now has an Energy Star rating. But did you know that buildings can be Energy Star rated as well? Believe it or not,…

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Existing building commissioning best practices: Persistence phase

The final phase of an existing building commissioning project is known as the Persistence phase. During the Persistence phase, a series of new systems, tools, and resources is implemented with the sole purpose of supporting the persistence and ongoing performance improvement of a building after it has gone through commissioning.…

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3 lessons from one Existing Building Commissioning case study

No building is a blank slate. Each building has been built with a unique mix of materials and expertise, and brings unique issues to the table once its infrastructure is up and running. Building owners and managers also bring their own past and current experiences to every discussion about a…

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Existing building commissioning best practices: Turnover phase

The turnover phase of an Existing Building Commissioning (EBCx) project occurs after all building and facility improvements have been made, and the building staff works on transitioning back to regular, standard operating practices. During the turnover phase, it’s important to make sure that staff is provided with and familiar with…

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Breakdown of RCx roles: in-house staff or 3rd party RCx agent? [infographic]

For an Existing Building Commissioning (EBCx) project to be successful, a facility’s in-house staff must be on board and dedicated to making sure the project is fully carried out. Establishing an EBCx project with a team-oriented approach can foster a sense of collaboration that is vital to the success of…

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