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Save Energy with Rapid Energy Modeling Save Energy with Rapid Energy Modeling
By Autodesk Rapid energy modeling is a process that helps analyze and estimate building energy consumption using BIM.
Mentor Graphics' FloVent Aids in Sustainable School Design Mentor Graphics' FloVent Aids in Sustainable School Design
By Amy Knutson NOWarchitecture used three-dimensional computer modeling and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) to verify solar exposure and ventilation performance.
Realize the Environmental and Economic Benefits of Retrofits Realize the Environmental and Economic Benefits of Retrofits
By Sarah Hodges, Autodesk MEP engineers are now presented with a plethora of opportunities in existing buildings for tenant improvements and/or energy retrofits.
Trelligence & IES Join Forces to Offer Affinity+VE Solution Trelligence & IES Join Forces to Offer Affinity+VE Solution
By Trelligence, Inc., and Integrated Environmental Solutions The Affinity+VE solution creates integration for sustainable analysis of the program data, conceptual space planning & design.
Integration of Performance Analysis for Sustainable Design Integration of Performance Analysis for Sustainable Design
Case Study by IES A fantastic example of best practice integration of performance analysis for sustainable building design.
IES Selected for Tight Connectivity Between Sketchup & Revit IES Selected for Tight Connectivity Between Sketchup & Revit
Case Study by IES Ashley McGraw selected IES to assess and design a 4,000 square foot media center and library addition to the SyracuseCoE.
Heatsink 201 - Even More About Heatsink Design Heatsink 201 - Even More About Heatsink Design
By Mentor Graphics This webinar focuses on practical issues in the design of heatsinks and optimization strategies to achieve the most appropriate heatsink design.
Renovation Time Cut in Half with BIM Collaboration Renovation Time Cut in Half with BIM Collaboration
By Autodesk Autodesk BIM solutions help KLH Engineers design an energy-efficient library environment and coordinate with the extended project team seamlessly.
Heatsink 101: Everything You Ever Wanted To Know Heatsink 101: Everything You Ever Wanted To Know
By Mentor Graphics This web seminar will focus on how heatsinks work and how to design a heatsink while considering all the critical factors.
Autodesk Integrates BIM, IPD and Sustainable Design Autodesk Integrates BIM, IPD and Sustainable Design
By Charles Rechtsteiner, Regional Facilities Manager, Autodesk, Inc. Autodesk employed innovative design and construction methods, including IPD, digital design-to-fabrication and BIM at their AEC headquarters.
How BIM was Used in LEED Certified Tuttle Courthouse Annex How BIM was Used in LEED Certified Tuttle Courthouse Annex
By Autodesk A case study on how using Autodesk BIM solutions, two firms streamline design and construction on the Tuttle Courthouse Annex project.
An Investigation of Energy Performance Assessment An Investigation of Energy Performance Assessment
Submitted by Integrated Environmental Solutions This study tries to make clear how building energy performance is assessed and awarded with energy credits under LEED, BREEAM and Green Star schemes.
Whole Building Analysis and Sustainable Design: A Good Pair Whole Building Analysis and Sustainable Design: A Good Pair
By Lauren Browne, ConnectPress Editor Whole building analysis naturally plays a big role in sustainable design, and the two combined support the trend of building green.
Tool Spots: Spotlight on Passive Solar Energy Freeware Tool Spots: Spotlight on Passive Solar Energy Freeware
By Marilyn Pitts Check out a sampling of passive solar energy design freeware tools available via a simple mouse click.
Case Study: Burt Hill Analyze Building Performance Case Study: Burt Hill Analyze Building Performance
By Integrated Environmental Solutions Learn how Burt Hill used Integrated Environmental Solutions (IES) Virtual Environment software alongside Autodesk Revit for building performance analysis.
Defining Solar: S-Z Defining Solar: S-Z
Compiled from information provided by the U.S. Department of Energy We finish off our look at solar terms and definitions by delving into the letters S through Z.
Defining Solar: K-R Defining Solar: K-R
Compiled from information provided by the U.S. Department of Energy A continuation of our overview of solar terms and definitions highlights words from K-R.
Solar Basics II: Balance of System Components (Part B) Solar Basics II: Balance of System Components (Part B)
Compiled from information provided by the U.S. Department of Energy This primer looks at charger controllers, inverters and meters--all Balance of System (BOS) components that make up a solar electric or PV system.
Defining Solar: D-J Defining Solar: D-J
Compiled from information provided by the U.S. Department of Energy Another look at solar terms and their definitions--from D to J.
Defining Solar: A-C Defining Solar: A-C
Compiled from information provided by the U.S. Department of Energy A look at some solar terms and their definitions--from A to C.
Solar Basics II: Balance of System Components (Part A) Solar Basics II: Balance of System Components (Part A)
Compiled from information provided by the U.S. Department of Energy This overview takes a closer look at some of the primary Balance of System (BOS) components that make up a solar electric or PV system.
Solar Basics II: PV Systems Solar Basics II: PV Systems
Compiled from information provided by the U.S. Department of Energy This solar primer discusses basic PV system applications, including off-grid and grid-tied systems.
Solar Basics I: Solar Cells (Part III) Solar Basics I: Solar Cells (Part III)
Compiled from information provided by the U.S. Department of Energy This week's Solar Basics looks at how cells make up a PV module and the basic mounting structures used to support solar modules and arrays.
Solar Basics I: Solar Cells (Part II) Solar Basics I: Solar Cells (Part II)
Compiled from information provided by the U.S. Department of Energy Time again for some more solar cell basics. This week we’re taking a closer look at polycrystalline thin film and single-crystalline thin film.
Solar Basics I: Solar Cells Solar Basics I: Solar Cells
Compiled from information provided by the U.S. Department of Energy It's time for some solar basics—and it doesn't get any more basic than that building block of a photovoltaic (PV) energy system, the solar cell.
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Yudelson Associates' Report on What’s in Store for 2012
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Innovative, Enviro-friendly Tile
Oceanside Glasstile uses natural sand and recycled …

Save Energy with Rapid Energy Modeling
Rapid energy modeling is a process that …

The Right Place at the Right Time
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Reduce Energy Consumption with Insulfoam
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Improved Air Quality with Lower Energy Costs
Dynamic Air Quality Solutions advocates for the …

Our Drool-worthy Sustainable Products Wish List
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2011: a Big Year for Innovations
A list of the nine most impressive …