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Finding – Improving Code Compliance

Local building codes regulate new construction and repair, alteration, addition, and change of use in existing buildings. The latter, change of occupancy classification or use, is a common trigger for requiring an existing building to comply with the current building code requirements.

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Integrated wall retrofit solutions for existing masonry construction for commercial buildings

The session, conducted by Covestro LLC and Oak Ridge National Laboratory, aims at identifying best practice recommendation for energy-efficient, cost-effective retrofit solutions for the interior of existing masonry wall system for commercial buildings. The target market identified is climate zone 4 & 5.

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Certificate of Proficiency in Benchmarking® Training & Certificate Program

FREE online training program on U.S. EPA’s ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager tool and building information collection. 4 interactive training modules (free to public).

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EEB Codes: Performance-based Codes

Performance-based (also known as outcome-based) codes set standards based upon buildings’ actual energy use, rather than on compliance with stipulated technology or design features. For example, a performance-based code would require meeting specified energy use intensity, while a standard, prescriptive code would stipulate a minimum wall insulation level among other specific measures.

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Financing AERs: Innovation and Commercial Investments

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Retrofit Suppliers Workshop: Making the Effective Pitch

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Implementing Benchmarking and Disclosure in Philadelphia

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EEB Hub Regional Sankey Diagram: Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development Historical and Forecast Energy by Planned Use at the Philadelphia Navy Yard

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Energy Audit and Retrofit Analysis

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EEBHub Ten-County Region Incentive Program Guide

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Assisting Benchmarking Policy Development

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Utility Data Access in the Philadelphia Region

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Energy Efficient Building Codes: Version Matters

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Green Leases Workshop Summary

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Utilities’ Guide to Data Access for Building Benchmarking

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