Building Energy Exchange

09/24/2019

insights: "How New Technologies Are Electrifying NYC Real Estate" by Bright Power, Inc. on the business case for electrification and overview of available technologies.

For more on electrification in the context of the City's recent building emissions legislation: https://be-exchange.org/insight/the-climate-mobilization-act-building-electrification-and-the-grid-of-the-future/

By Michael Brusic, Technical Director, Bright Power “How much am I going to have to pay in fines for operating an old, inefficient, steam-heated apartment building?” “What will my boss think if we replace our heating plant in-kind and then have to rip it out in 10 years to comply with energy l...

08/29/2019

In advance of our next Climate Mobilization Act Series Green Roofs & Solar program, re-read our blog post "Navigating New York City’s Sustainable Roof Requirements" and submit any questions you may have. We'll be incorporating this feedback into future resources and programming.

Read below, and to attend this event click here: https://be-exchange.org/climate-mobilization-act-series-solar-green-roofs/

08/28/2019

Still time to register for our next Passive House CPHD/C training September 9-13, hosted by NAPHN in collaboration with New York Passive House - NYPH Passive House Academy. Building professionals, sign up here:

NAPHN’s Certified Passive House Designer/Consultant course is the premier training program for Passive House building professionals. Supported by a 25+ year history of global technical leadership by the Passive House Institute, and over 7 years of successful American instruction, from Maine to Cal...

08/23/2019

Just published — our Pursuing Passive Summary, condensing the original 50-page report into a straightforward package of strategies for retrofitting a NYC multifamily building to Passive House standards. Steven Winter Associates Inc

03/12/2019

Today is the last day to register for our program, "New York Botanical Garden Sustainability Action Plan" - 5:30 pm tomorrow at BE-Ex. Speakers include Mark Cupkovic, Emir Kajoshi, Helen Chananie, Rebecca Isacowitz, Ellen Zielinski, and John Rice. Only a few spots left, register ASAP before they're all gone:

Join BE-Ex for an educational session on long-term capital planning for energy efficiency projects at The New York Botanical Garden (NYBG). With strategic planning and innovative upgrades, NYBG has reduced energy use by 21% and emissions by 53% per area sq. ft. over the last decade, saving roughly $...

03/11/2019

’s 2019 public program series, “LICNYC: Site City Future” uses as a lens to examine the role of in promoting inclusive growth in cities. Review the list of events, register, and join the conversation: https://bit.ly/2V5DAhE

03/08/2019

Don't miss Facades+ New York City April 4+5. Friends of BEEX, take advantage of one of these deals! Register here:

Hear from World-Class Expertson enclosure design, research, manufacturing, and deliveryDeep-Dive through demos & workshopsindustry leaders offer their expertise and new techniques.Bringing the world’s most productive building professionalstogether to share insights on how facades ideas are brought...

03/07/2019

Exciting day yesterday at NYSERDA's launch at the Building Energy Exchange.

03/07/2019

Spots are filling up quickly, register today:

Join BE-Ex for an educational session on long-term capital planning for energy efficiency projects at The New York Botanical Garden (NYBG). With strategic planning and innovative upgrades, NYBG has reduced energy use by 21% and emissions by 53% per area sq. ft. over the last decade, saving roughly $...

03/05/2019

Nearly half of North American employees feel tired or gloomy due to a lack of in their offices. Raise awareness at your company through . Join here: daylighthour.org

03/04/2019

Be inspired and learn how to innovate all steps of facade implementation, from systems and materials to designs and delivery strategies at the Facades+ NYC Conference: the premiere conference on high-performance building enclosures. 4/4 & 4/5.
Register today

Hear from World-Class Expertson enclosure design, research, manufacturing, and deliveryDeep-Dive through demos & workshopsindustry leaders offer their expertise and new techniques.Bringing the world’s most productive building professionalstogether to share insights on how facades ideas are brought...