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Over the lifespan of a building, operations and maintenance staff arguably have the biggest impact on system performance and energy efficiency. With the right training,... The post The Real Secret to Energy-Efficient Buildings? Operations & Maintenance Training appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc.. The post The Real Secret to Energy-Efficient Buildings? Operations & Maintenance Training appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc..

What happens when you put four sustainable building experts involved in energy code development in a room and ask them to bring their favorite—and sometimes,... The post Answering the Tough Questions About Energy Codes appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc.. The post Answering the Tough Questions About Energy Codes appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc..

The ideal building is cost-efficient, energy-efficient, and comfortable for its occupants. But executing all three of these elements to perfection can be complex and costly.... The post Cost vs. Conservation vs. Comfort – Roundtable, Part 2 appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc.. The post Cost vs. Conservation vs. Comfort – Roundtable, Part 2 appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc..

To mark Women’s History Month, we wanted to get firsthand perspectives from women in the building industry. We invited Michelle DeCarlo of JB&B and Saeideh... The post Take Action: How Everyone Can Help Advance Gender Equity in the Building Industry – Roundtable, Part 1 appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc.. The post Take Action: How Everyone Can Help Advance Gender Equity in the Building Industry – Roundtable, Part 1 appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc..

Building on the 25-year foundation of the ENERGY STAR Residential New Construction program, the EPA is gearing up to launch a new certification program for... The post ENERGY STAR NextGen: 5 Requirements for Climate-Friendly Homes appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc.. The post ENERGY STAR NextGen: 5 Requirements for Climate-Friendly Homes appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc..

Description: The average homeowner is aware that energy efficiency is important in the fight against climate change. The people who are most passionate about energy... The post How Can We Convince More Homeowners to Make Energy-Efficiency Upgrades? appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc.. The post How Can We Convince More Homeowners to Make Energy-Efficiency Upgrades? appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc..

There is a lot of work ahead of us to advance equity in the built environment. As more project teams aim to impact equity, there... The post Designing for Equity in the Built Environment with Victoria Lanteigne appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc.. The post Designing for Equity in the Built Environment with Victoria Lanteigne appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc..

Description: As a continuation of our last episode, Construction Diaries: Lessons Learned From SWA’s Inspection & Verification Experts, Dylan gears his questions toward young professionals... The post Construction Diaries Part 2: Tips for Young Professionals appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc.. The post Construction Diaries Part 2: Tips for Young Professionals appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc..

Description: One of the main drivers behind a successful building project is third-party inspection and verification. This critical, yet often overlooked, step in the construction... The post Construction Diaries: Lessons Learned From SWA’s Inspection & Verification Experts appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc.. The post Construction Diaries: Lessons Learned From SWA’s Inspection & Verification Experts appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc..

Description: We talk a lot about sustainability at a large scale; this typically includes large building projects or grid-level issues, like energy affordability and access... The post Practicing What We Preach: Everyday Solutions for Living a Sustainable Lifestyle appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc.. The post Practicing What We Preach: Everyday Solutions for Living a Sustainable Lifestyle appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc..

Description: It’s not every day we get to interview someone with such a diverse background of project experiences. Whether it was working for an architect,... The post Charlotte’s Web of Building Electrification Strategies …with Charlotte Matthews appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc.. The post Charlotte’s Web of Building Electrification Strategies …with Charlotte Matthews appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc..

Description: ** First released in 2018, ‘All-Access’ is the perfect episode for those interested in learning more about accessibility compliance, especially as it pertains to... The post (ENCORE) ‘All-Access’ with Peter Stratton appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc.. The post (ENCORE) ‘All-Access’ with Peter Stratton appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc..

Description: Ever wonder who is responsible for ensuring the performance of a building? Yes, designers and contractors can have a significant impact during construction, but... The post Building Operations and Training with Jonathan Rodnite and Adam Romano appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc.. The post Building Operations and Training with Jonathan Rodnite and Adam Romano appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc..

Description: If you’re like us, you want to hear from someone who not only talks the talk but walks the walk. Our guest for this... The post The Economics of Developing Sustainable Buildings with Christina McPike appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc.. The post The Economics of Developing Sustainable Buildings with Christina McPike appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc..

Description: Sometimes it’s good to vent. Well, if you ask a Passive House expert, it’s always good to vent. So, that’s exactly what we did... The post Venting About Ventilation, Heat Pumps, and Net Zero with the Buildings+Beyond Team appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc.. The post Venting About Ventilation, Heat Pumps, and Net Zero with the Buildings+Beyond Team appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc..

A degree in sustainability can mean many things. Sure, you can develop a focus, but how does an undergraduate program truly prepare you to become... The post What Should a Degree in Sustainability Look Like? with Patrick Hossay appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc.. The post What Should a Degree in Sustainability Look Like? with Patrick Hossay appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc..

The Passive House standard has been applied to some extraordinary building projects to date. From single family and high-rise residential to industrial and commercial buildings, building professionals have adopted the Passive... The post Designing the World’s First Passive House Car Dealership with Andrew Peel appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc.. The post Designing the World’s First Passive House Car Dealership with Andrew Peel appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc..

The electrification of buildings is considered to be a primary strategy for reducing carbon emissions and kicking fossil fuels. Luckily, due to advancements in technology... The post The Role of Heat Pumps in Low-Moderate Income Homes with Jon Harrod appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc.. The post The Role of Heat Pumps in Low-Moderate Income Homes with Jon Harrod appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc..

As building professionals and policymakers, it is our responsibility to integrate equity into our work. But how do we ensure equity is being addressed in... The post A Framework for Equity and Buildings with Kathryn Wright appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc.. The post A Framework for Equity and Buildings with Kathryn Wright appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc..

We first released this episode in April 2019. Since then, our topic of discussion with Iain has only become more relevant. We recently caught up... The post (ENCORE) Why is Kitchen Ventilation So Important? With Dr. Iain Walker from LBNL appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc.. The post (ENCORE) Why is Kitchen Ventilation So Important? With Dr. Iain Walker from LBNL appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc..