RESOURCES
Research, guidelines, and industry studies to support healthy, energy-efficient buildings.
We've compiled the most useful technical papers, industry studies, and authoritative guidelines that inform our work and our clients' decisions. Use these resources to deepen your understanding of indoor air quality, wireless building automation, occupant wellness, and renewable energy programs available in New York State.
Healthy Building Ventilation — Monitoring & Control
Technical papers and guides on demand control ventilation, sensor accuracy, and indoor air quality monitoring systems.
Wireless Systems
Research and industry studies on wireless building controls, lighting automation, and sensor networks.
- LinkLighting Controls Association — DLC Estimates Energy Savings from Networked Lighting Controls
- PDFAutomatic Lighting Control Study (Green Proving Ground / GSA)
- LinkPopularity and Benefits of Wireless Systems and Sensors Are Growing (FacilitiesNet)
- LinkWireless Saves Labor Costs But Raises Security and Reliability Issues (FacilitiesNet)
- LinkWireless Best Practices Start With Correct Installation and Commissioning (FacilitiesNet)
Occupant Health, Wellness & Safety
Research on the connection between indoor environments, cognitive function, and occupant well-being.
- PDFWhat Makes an Office Building Healthy — Harvard Business Review, April 2020
- LinkImpact of Green Buildings on Cognitive Function (COGfx Study)
- LinkNPR Living on Earth — Interview and CO₂ / VOC Data
- LinkInternational WELL Building Institute
- LinkHealthy Buildings — Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
COVID-19 Guidelines
Guidance from ASHRAE, CDC, BOMA, and the WELL Building Standard on preparing buildings for safe occupancy.
SUNY Case Study — Environmental Sensors
SUNY's Office for Capital Facilities has recognized the use of a centralized sensor platform as a significant measure for reducing energy, greenhouse gases, and improving overall indoor environmental quality.
Renewable Energy
Resources on community solar, NYS incentive programs, and the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act.
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