Revisiting the Philosophy of Energy
What is energy, really? Not just kilowatt-hours, or thermal flows through walls—but conceptually? This question might seem abstract, even philosophical....
When Buildings Don’t Behave
There’s a longstanding assumption in engineering that well-designed systems, once deployed, will behave predictably. If the HVAC equipment is...
Energy Efficiency Starts with People
Every building tells two stories: one written by its systems, and the other by the people who tend them. Too...
Hybrid Heating for Real Resilience
As the pressure mounts to decarbonize buildings, the conversation around heating technologies has grown increasingly polarized. Electrification is often presented...
From Paper to People: The Turning Point in Building Energy Efficiency
In the race to decarbonize buildings, we often overlook the most complex system of all: human behavior.This article explores why...
Operation and Maintenance Best Practices
Enhancing Facility Efficiency through Thoughtful Operations and Maintenance Improving energy efficiency in a facility does not always require large capital investments....